Speaker: Rev. Mitra Jafarzadeh

Church is an active verb

Living with integrity means balancing the art of being present and the energy of action. Church has always been both a place to rest and renew our spirits and a place to join with others to do the work of making the world whole. This … read more.

Love Indivisible

How many words do we need for “Love?” Is the love I have for my husband different from the love I have for my cats? What about the love of my children and friends? Philosophers and theologians have long divided the concept of love into … read more.

When conflict is sacred work

It is easy to think that churches are places that shouldn’t have any conflict. But we would miss out on so many opportunities to grow, give, and know ourselves and each other better without conflict. The question is, how do we have healthy conflict? How … read more.

The art of kneeling

Religious traditions teach us that there is power in giving up power. From Martin Luther King Jr. to Colin Kaepernick, the physical pose means more than words can say. Is there is more than symbolism in this action? I believe the art of kneeling offers … read more.