July 26 – Shedding Skin: A Transformation Ritual

Change is hard. Change is also essential. Sometimes we resist change because we are afraid to let go of things we have outgrown, things that may be holding us back from transforming into the most luminous version of ourselves. Rituals support us through such challenges by guiding us to express and embody our intentions.

Seminarian, Priestess, and lifelong UU, Katie Sivani Gelfand will lead a simple ritual that invites us to the spiritual practice of transformation, inspired by the snake shedding its skin.

August 2 – All Are Welcome: The Sacred Work of Boundaries

“All are welcome” is one of our most cherished promises, but genuine welcome requires more than an open door. It requires boundaries that protect dignity, consent, and safety. Together, we’ll explore how compassion and accountability create a community where everyone can truly belong.

August 9 – We Weren’t Ready, and She Knew It

Hilma af Klint’s groundbreaking abstract paintings invite us to embrace mystery, honor many ways of knowing, and trust that truth is always unfolding. Through the lens of Unitarian Universalism, we’ll explore how creativity, spiritual curiosity, and the courage to imagine a more connected world can deepen our faith and expand our vision of what is possible.

August 16 – Notes from Our Lives

We will delve into the practice of keeping a journal. In this day and age of seemingly billions of photos on our phones, let’s investigate the value of the written word. We will look at a photo/written word project, a trip to find locations in an old diary, and notes at the beginning of a long extended road trip.

August 23 – Returning to the Invitation and Intention to Learn

As school opens up to receive our students and our teacher, we work together to confirm our commitment to living our values in all places, including schools. We will have a backpack blessing – not only can students get their backpacks blessed, but all ages are welcome to join – purses, phones, laptop bags, you name it. Whatever you need to be productive in the coming year – bring it and we will bless it!