Pastor's Blog
"When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful."
Malala Yousafzai
the LA Times a.k.a. Laurie's blog
My “why” for writing a blog is initially because I pastor a congregation…but that is only part of who I am, so I write as a tool for connection. I am the first to say that grabbing a cuppa and sitting down together is my preferred method, but in our scrolling culture a blog helps us to know a bit along the way. I blog from life experience, that is generally church or lived theology…but also the very ordinary in daily life. My wondering thoughts could be sparked by a poem, justice for all, or a bird feather that catches my eye in the parking lot.
The latest from our Pastor
July 1, 2026
Still whiffing the fumes of a PRIDE weekend celebration, we were filled with JOY and HOPE. We have a permanent sign on the side of our building of a pride/trans inclusive flag with LOVE WINS in bold across it. The sign had just received a fresh coat of paint (as it was several years old)…
Read More June 3, 2026
I had the opportunity to just sit outside enjoying my cuppa in the early (for me) morning, that and a bowl of berries. Spending time enjoying the farm and a fresh summer morning. After attending the KIFA (Kansas Interfaith Action) Annual dinner in Kansas City, stayed the night with the parents; I made good use…
Read More May 27, 2026
“We are all connected. We cannot achieve true peace until we recognize our shared humanity.” – Dalai Lama The Kodak moment I lead with when remembering our Monday Grill picnic of Feed the People…was at our beginning time, when Hattie came across the yards between PVCC and her apartment complex, and maneuvered across the parking…
Read More May 13, 2026
“We are all connected. We cannot achieve true peace until we recognize our shared humanity.” – Dalai Lama The Kodak moment I lead with when remembering our Monday Grill picnic of Feed the People…was at our beginning time, when Hattie came across the yards between PVCC and her apartment complex, and maneuvered across the parking…
Read More A Joint Statement on the Venezuelan Takeover by the United States
The United States attack on Venezuela continues a troubling pattern of unlawful U.S. military activity, including the December 25, 2025, airstrikes in Nigeria. We condemn all forms of government aggression—whether directed at one’s own people or imposed upon another country. When fundamental rights are threatened, nonviolent, lawful, and consensus-based solutions must take precedence. The military…
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