Human beings are storytellers by nature, but we are not always mindful of what we are saying when we are telling a story; not always mindful that there are details we do not know that affect the truth and, quite possibly, the outcome of our stories.  This Sunday’s sermon will explore how we might be … Continue reading “The Stories We Hear -The Stories We Tell” with Rev. Vicky Hanjian

The intense years of  Covid precipitated profound  changes and transitions that have resulted in the impulse toward transformation.  Some of these changes have been subtle.  Others have been life jarring.   Some of them happened quickly.  Others have been slower in the manifestation of their effects. … but whatever the case, the changes of the … Continue reading “Thoughts on Transformation” with Rev. Vicky Hanjian

“Look upon the word as you would on a bubble…All things are impermanent.  The one who perceives this fact ceases to be miserable.”  (Dhammapada 13:4 and 20:5) So much of life is about impermanence and the sense of loss we live with in so many ways throughout our lives.  Loss means grieving. Grief seeks comfort.  The … Continue reading Comfort My People with Rev. Vicky Hanjian

It has been said that the only thing constant in life is change. We talk about change of jobs, change of venue, change of scenery – – all the physical ways that change happens. We don’t talk much about transition, the psychological, spiritual and emotional process we go through that necessarily accompanies change. In his … Continue reading Change – Transition – Transformation

How do we find our deepest intentions, and what are some markers to let us know when we are being authentic with ourselves and in the wider world.  Together, we will explore these life-giving matters of the spirit. Reverend Vicky Hanjian, an Island resident for 26 years is ordained in the United Methodist Church. She … Continue reading Finding Our Deepest Intentions