“Blood is thicker than water,” the old maxim goes. However, if we are ever going to realize a world beyond human-caused pain and environmental degradation, common sense will necessarily give way to a new, uncommon wisdom. What must happen for the spiritual life to become the personal and social ground of our lives?
In both the Pagan and Christian communities, Easter is a time for celebrating the cycles of death, rebirth and renewal essential to the health of our life on this earth. In anticipation of Earth Day, we will honor the practical demands of caring for embodied life and open to the spiritual wisdom that calls us … Continue reading Faithful Gardeners of the Spirit
According to the Rabbi Jesus, “A house divided against itself cannot stand.” Later on, this quote was used by Abraham Lincoln as he sought to maintain our union as a nation. We live in a time when division and rigid opposition can keep us from focusing on that which is most important: our place and … Continue reading Seeking Wholeness Together
There are constellations of relationship, values and meaningful activity that go into creating a spiritual home. At Summit, for 30 years we’ve demonstrated that we have what it takes to realize this dream. Today’s reflections by three Summit members will focus on the importance of having a spiritual home — a rare experience in these … Continue reading A Homecoming
When we launch out into an unknown space or a new direction…When we encounter something new or take what feels like a risky step…When we run head- on into limitations and obstacles that can frighten us into quiescence and passivity…What do we do? Where do we find the courage and the strength to not back … Continue reading Into the Great Wide Open
What does it take to get us through the almost unbearable pain we can experience in life? What is there to celebrate in times of transition and unexpected hardship? Rev. Frank will invite us to reflect with him about these questions and explore some spiritual resources he has found helpful over the years.
This Sunday Rev. Frank will offer his annual “State of Our Communion” address and be available to answer questions. After the service we will celebrate with a free lunch together. You and all Summitarians are encouraged to come this Sunday as we offer our financial pledges for Fiscal Year 2019-20 (which starts July 1).
At Summit, we are preparing to launch into the future, and we want you to be a part of our journey. Come and learn what makes our Fellowship so special. Come reflect upon where you are in the galaxy of Summit opportunities and connections. Come join in the preparations for what lies ahead. Come join … Continue reading Re-Provisioning for a New Frontier
Some in our fellowship have asked Rev. Frank, “Why don’t we talk about God more here at Summit?” Come explore this question with us!
To exist is to be in relationship, but, really, how deep and trusting can those relationships be? As a community formed by covenants of mission and membership we are interested in building trust and trustworthiness. In this full fellowship Service (including members and friends of all ages) we will act and reflect on what it … Continue reading Deepening TrUUst
