Thoughts on Leadership and Looking Ahead
Reflections from the President
We recently held a retreat of the All Souls Board and began our gathering by sharing our thoughts on what it means to be leaders for the congregation. Below are a few of our reflections:
Caring … read more.
MESSAGE FROM REV. TELOS WHITFIELD
“What is it that awakens in my soul when I catch the scent of rain, when I see the sun and moon rise and set on all the colors of the earth, when I approach the heart of wilderness? For indeed … read more.
Two Steps Forward… One Step Back?
Reflections from the President
I couldn’t stop thinking of the above quote when I received the email that a water main had cracked beneath our newly paved driveway which caused temporary closure of the drive and disrupted programming in the … read more.
“The first element of true love is loving kindness. The essence of loving kindness is being able to offer happiness. You can be the sunshine for another person. You can’t offer happiness until you have it for yourself. So build a home inside by accepting … read more.
Join Groundworks Collaborative in Pliny Park at 5pm on Thursday, January 19th as we honor, grieve, and celebrate those experiencing, or who have experienced homelessness in our community. This event is one of many taking place on Vermont’s Homelessness Awareness Day—a day dedicated to Vermonters … read more.
Moving from Darkness to Light
Reflections from the President
Welcome to the New Year! Perhaps you will join All Souls friends for a warm and nourishing gathering around pancakes and games on New Year’s Day. Many thanks to Kathy Squires as we return to this happy … read more.
MESSAGE FROM REV. TELOS WHITFIELD
For Those Who Have Far To Travel
If you could see
the journey whole,
you might never
undertake it,
might never dare
the first step
that propels you
from the place
you have known
toward the place
you know not.
Call it
one … read more.
Click here to see more pictures of the driveway construction project.
The driveway to All Souls Church is paved! Your gifts will help cover the final cost of paving. Many thanks for your support.
Celebrating our Past, Preparing for the Future
Breathe Deeply – It’s the Holiday Season!
Reflections from the President.
Breathe… Breathe Deeply!! This is really a message to myself but it may be useful to others. I’ve wanted … read more.
MESSAGE FROM REV. TELOS WHITFIELD
O doubter of the light, confused by fear and wrong,
Lean on the heart of night and let love make thee strong!
from the Heart of Night by Bliss Carman
Dear Ones,
Yes, may we lean on the heart of night and let … read more.
