Having spent almost forty-five years with our UU congregations, I’ve seen my share of generosity (stewardship) campaigns, fundraisers, endowment reviews, and finance committee meetings. I’ve racked up all those hours because money isn’t a dirty word when it comes to supporting not just a mission, but a way of being in the world. What our … Continue reading From the Interim
Earlier this week I had the opportunity to hang with some ministry colleagues from the area. (Thanks, Bruce Bode for letting me know about the gathering!) We talked of our joys and sorrows, our ministries and ourselves. Some of us are starting out, some mid-career, and some at or near retirement. We come from different … Continue reading From the Interim
Hello again, all! I hope your week has been a good one. This is the second installment of my blog, and its meant to give you yet more about how interim ministry works. (You may be getting a little weary on the topic, but I’ve learned over the years that clarity about this in-between time … Continue reading From the Interim
Hello QUUF members, friends and fellow travelers! I hope this – my first column in this space – finds you well. As most of you know by now, I’m serving QUUF as your Accredited Interim Minister. This is my eleventh such ministry, and I’m as drawn to this work as when I began all those … Continue reading In the Interim – Introducing Rev. Don Rollins
