Rev. Dr. Aija Duelm (she/her/hers) is a UU minister, living in Benbrook, TX. Rev. Aija has received master’s degree in business from the University of Latvia, Riga, Latvia, MDiv from Eden Theological Seminary, St. Louis, MO, and Doctor of Ministry degree from Brite Divinity School, Fort Worth, TX. Her work experiences include pastoral leadership in a congregation in St. Louis, MO, healthcare chaplaincy in both adult and pediatric settings and leading Religious Education programs in UU congregations. Rev. Aija completed ministerial internship at Horizon UU Church, Carrollton, TX. Rev. Aija is a group fitness instructor and UBarU camp manager. She began her ministry at Community Unitarian Universalist Church in July of 2023.
When we are called to respond to difficult situations, packing the right tools is essential. We’ll reflect on how some rather unconventional tools might be just what we need to navigate life’s challenges and face difficult tasks.
Coming to terms with our religious history requires reconciling past religious upbringings, finding peace with nostalgic memories, and healing from spiritual trauma. We will explore how Unitarian Universalism helps rebuild faith and lets us move forward with an integrated faith. Click on this link to view the videos of our service on YouTube: Video Link … Continue reading Owning Our Religious Past: Warm Memories and Restless Ghosts
Fear, prejudice, or reactionary panic can instantly undo years of community building and interconnectedness. We’ll explore how we can navigate the dynamics of fear and stay open hearted and grounded in our values of inherent worth and interdependent relationships. Click on this link to view the videos of our service on YouTube: Video Link … Continue reading The Mitten of Hospitality: Navigating the Politics of Fear and the Grace of Welcome
A profound, transformative strength comes when a community truly acknowledges one another’s capacities and lifts each other up. We will explore how asking for help, taking time to rest and communicating our boundaries are not only helpful but vital tools for a compassionate and caring community. Click on this link to view the videos of … Continue reading Sharing the Spoon of Power: A Practice of Care
Unitarian Universalism is a living faith that calls us to engage in an ongoing exploration of our values and spiritual practices. On this Sunday we will offer our gratitude to our teachers who have helped us learn and grow this year as we ponder about what it takes to be a learning community. Click … Continue reading Nourishing Spirits: Growing Our Faith
Recovery is not just about stopping the harm. It is a spiritual renewal that requires us to fix the broken places in our web. The relational, often painful work of repair and the courageous act of accountability are the “secret ingredients” to a lasting recovery, acting as a bridge from survival to restored relationships. When one … Continue reading Mending the Web
