On January 19, we will be celebrating the life and work of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Not only him but the thousands of unnamed people who dedicated themselves to the work of resisting racial hatred and corrupt power structures. Acknowledging those who fought with peaceful actions to make unjust and inhumane conditions known, and for all voices … Continue reading Practicing Resistance: Reverend Margo

Our November 2nd Sunday worship time is a special ceremony and celebration in remembrance of those who came before us. Whether you need the service to be more contemplative and ritualistic in concert with the Catholic All Souls Day or more akin to the joyous celebration of the Aztecan and Mexican Day of the Dead celebrations, there will be a … Continue reading Expressing Gratitude for Our Ancestors: Reverend Margo

Each month, I receive a suggestion from a UUA curriculum site regarding a topic of interest in our current, challenging times. The offering is accompanied by a list of spiritual practices that open ways of more deeply exploring the theme. Their ideas vary widely from Building Belonging, Choosing Hope, and even Paying Attention. For the month of October, the theme … Continue reading The spiritual practice of self-befriending – Reverend Margo Rinehart

Community…a circle of hands will open to receive us, eyes will light up as we enter, voices will celebrate with us whenever we come into our own power…A circle of healing. A circle of friends. Someplace where we can be free. ~ Starhawk As late August blends into September, let us think of returning and belonging. The first Sunday worship … Continue reading Newsletter, August 2025 – Reverend Margo Rinehart

The Next Chapter of Our UU Legacy. Inspiring News From the 2025 General Assembly. While I did not attend General Assembly in person this year, I tuned in via Zoom for the business meetings in order to participate in elections of Moderators and members of the UUA Board. Other essential functions that occurred during business meetings of our Unitarian Universalist … Continue reading Newsletter July 2025 – Reverend Margo Rinehart

On Wednesday, May 14, our Cedars team prepared and served another delicious community meal with the Suquamish Community Kitchen, as we have been doing every other month. The menu included baked penne pasta, green beans, garlic bread, and chocolate brownies, and was enjoyed by 69 members of the community who showed up to enjoy a meal together. 24 takeout boxes were prepared for folks to pick … Continue reading Serving our Community from the Kitchen