Minister’s Notes
Rev. Denise Gyauch
October 16, 2019
One of the best things about ministry (small “m” by which I mean yours as well as my large “M” Ministry) is that it makes us continue to learn about our own selves, even as we give of those selves to others.
October 9, 2019
Hello All, I'm on my way home from a week's journey as I write this. We visited my son and his partner Liana in Albuquerque but flew into Denver, to save money but also to do some sightseeing.
October 2, 2019
As you read this, I will be in Colorado, and heading to Albuquerque to visit my son Colin and his significant other. We timed our visit to allow us to attend the annual balloon festival. It so happens that Seth’s fall break nearly coincides with the balloon event, so we are going to celebrate both. But I will be here on the 2nd and 3rd Sundays this month to work with you on the notion of “Belonging.” Meanwhile, you can contact me for urgent matters.
September 25, 2019
During my time in Nashville this weekend, I was able to visit with some folks at home, or meet them in neutral places. YES, I got to check out the Loveless Café. It got me thinking about what we are doing when we get involved in a community, most especially a church.
September 18, 2019
This was a very busy weekend. First thoughts, prayers and condolences to all who deserve our care and compassion this past week! I’m so delighted that Theresa is home, still recovering from her accident; John and Loretta traveled to NC for the memorial for his mother; Charles was briefly hospitalized but is doing well and may already be home (He was in NY for the memorial for his brother); Linda is recovering from her injury.
September 11, 2019
As I write, I realize this will be sent on 9/11. It has been eighteen years since the 9/11 attacks. It could be said that this series of events (and the responses to it) changed our country, and perhaps the world, irreversibly.
September 4, 2019
I’m excited to be talking with you over the next few Sundays about the September topic, “Expectations.”
An interesting way to look at expectations is through the lens of family systems. I will be meeting with a few members to start building a genogram.
August 28, 2019
I was so honored to be a part of Dan Rosemergy’s memorial on Saturday.
Beyond that, I was impressed by the thoughtful, genuine, and elegant handling of everything: the building and grounds modifications; the lovely and delicious reception; the stunning flower displays; and the number of members who stepped up to help make things go smoothly.
August 21, 2019
I mentioned on Sunday that I have had the privilege of knowing Wendell Berry here in KY. We don’t hang out, but we are acquainted and chat when at the same event. It was I who encouraged the UUA to ask him to give the Ware Lecture when GA was in Louisville in 2013. The UUA President at the time asked Eboo Patel instead, and I was so disappointed! You see, Wendell Berry does not fly, and he was then nearing 80. Instead we invited him to lead our Social Witness event, focusing upon the effects of the coal industry on all of KY, including the areas of Louisville and the Ohio River impacted by the coal slurry ponds and generators.