Most of the work to maintain the fellowship and carry out its mission is done by the members. That’s the “time and talent” part of the membership commitment. Engaging in the mission is part of everyone’s search for truth and meaning in their lives. Where are you volunteering at UUFEC? We are currently looking for … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – January 28th, 2023

I am wading through the sea of bureaucracy today as I work on matters for my younger son’s benefit. So I am hunting through files, sitting on hold on the phone, filling out forms and like many of you, I am remembering how much I HATE this kind of work! I was the executor for … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – January 20th, 2023

Sometimes I miss living “slow.” During my childhood, I went with my mother and little brother to visit my widowed grandfather who lived alone in rural Sumter County, Alabama.  Mama and two of her sisters divided up the weekends to check on him. I always complained that there was nothing to do.  Grandpa’s T.V. only picked up … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – January 13th, 2023

Remember when we used to push through illness and keep working or going to school? I remember loading up on OTC medications and snorting through classes, dirty tissues piling up in my pockets. It was expected. If you didn’t show up, you had better bring in a doctor’s excuse upon your return. Then came Covid. … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – January 6th, 2023

“Family” is a funny thing. We did not choose our families, and for the most part, we are stuck with what we got for parents, siblings, and extended family members. Some family members are wonderful and some are awful. Some we are delighted to claim, and others we would prefer to never see again. This … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – December 30th, 2022

In the midst of eight-night Hanukkah, just past the turning of the Winter Solstice, and anticipating the celebration of Christmas, I offer you all the blessings of the season! Let us be mindful of those who will work on Christmas while most of us play, and let us remember those for whom Sunday services will … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – December 23rd, 2022

Got close to a Christmas overload melt-down today, which doesn’t happen to me often. I am known for my low-anxious presence and my calm in the storms that come my way. BUT I didn’t sleep well last night and I got messages that someone was sending bogus money request texts in my name and we … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – December 16th, 2022

I chased a wild rabbit up my driveway the other evening. I didn’t mean to, but it’s a steep driveway, and once the poor thing got going, it could only run into the wall on the left or off the bank on the right. So it just kept hopping, up, up, up while I followed … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – December 9th, 2022

I want a lot for Christmas! Not sparkling, shimmering baubles or silky, colorful drapery; not extraordinary gadgets or shiny new kitchenware; not a new car (though it would be nice for my old one to work properly); no new devices (I have enough trouble figuring out the ones I have now!); no travel cause I’d … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – December 2nd, 2022

I am at home with my family for a few days and cooking a big turkey and my signature squash dressing! Hope all of you have a pleasant, restful Thanksgiving! Fondly, Rev. Ruth