Born This Way
Rev. Dr. Carolyn Scanlan-Holmes • June 4, 2023
Celebrating Pride
Who better to quote than Lady Gaga during rainbow season! This weekend marks LGBT Pride, also referred to as Gay Pride or simply “Pride,” here in Indianapolis. Major cities worldwide will celebrate some form of Pride event this month, chosen to align with the month of the Stonewall Riots in New York in 1969.
Expect to see rainbows everywhere this weekend. Across faith traditions, the rainbow symbolizes God’s promise to love us, building up rather than destroying, and promoting love rather than hatred. We will explore how we can create inclusive communities and invite others to participate in the promise of love during Sunday’s sermon.
This weekend, show your PRIDE and join us by sporting the rainbow!
Messages from the Mountaintop
The Greenhouse Challenge Continues
Richard Rohr on Jesus, Justice, and the Crisis of Shallow Spirituality
A son's reflection on the complicated legacy of fatherhood, shaped by the glow of a welding torch and the blare of Sunday sermons. Matthew Vire explores how the imperfect love and unexpected lessons from a father leave an indelible mark, leading to a deeper understanding of those who shaped us.
Father's Day at The Garden
Life’s storms—both external and internal—test our resilience, but they also offer an opportunity for transformation. Inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi, this reflection explores how brokenness can lead to renewal, strength, and deeper purpose. Discover strategies for navigating challenges with mindfulness, self-care, and faith, and trust that in every fracture, light finds its way in.
Messages from the Mountaintop
Messages from the Mountaintop
A blog post in which Betty Brandt explores the alarming rise in antisemitism, recent tragic events, and the impact on Jewish communities, urging readers to stand in solidarity and foster awareness. It highlights personal reflections, concerns for safety, and meaningful ways to support and engage with Jewish friends and neighbors.
Messages from the Mountaintop
