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Wisdom, Community, and Coffee: The Power of Showing Up
On Sunday, Rev. Larry expanded on our September theme of wisdom, reminding us that discernment is essential: it’s not just listening to...
Sep 15, 20253 min read


Listening Brings Wisdom
Our September theme is wisdom . On Sunday, we were reminded that wisdom isn’t something only a few people possess — it lives within each...
Sep 9, 20252 min read


Two Years In ...
Two years ago this week, I said yes to serving as your Core Council president. It’s been humbling, stretching, and often joyful — and...
Sep 2, 20252 min read


Where Joy Meets Wisdom
As August’s theme of Joy winds down, Rev. Larry reminded us in his talk last Sunday that joy can exist even when life doesn’t go as planned.
Aug 26, 20252 min read


Cultivating Joy, Strengthening Our Roots - August 20, 2025
Message from Core Council President, Laura McLeod Continuing with August’s theme of joy, I’m reminded that joy often shows up in quiet,...
Aug 19, 20252 min read


Update from Laura McLeod, Core Council President - August 13, 2025
This was a productive week for our CSL Ballard teams — and I’m grateful for the energy and dedication this community brings. I reconvened...
Aug 12, 20252 min read


Update from Laura McLeod, Core Council President - August 6, 2025
Our August theme is joy — which can feel like a big concept. A few years ago, I started looking for joy in moments instead: the first...
Aug 7, 20252 min read


Update from Laura McLeod, Core Council President - July 30, 2025
I’m continually amazed — and often humbled — by the in-house talent within our community. In recent weeks, Revs. Gary and Pam Ninneman...
Aug 7, 20252 min read


Message from Core Council President Laura McLeod - July 23, 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent community meeting. It was lively, heartfelt, and full of thoughtful suggestions. The...
Aug 7, 20251 min read
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