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.
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
“Rise, and feel your power, Rise, this is your hour Rise, just spread your wings and start to soar” by Mark Hayes We celebrate Easter and welcome our newest members with a special new member ceremony. Our choir will perform under the leadership of our Music Minister Pam McLain. Click … Continue reading Rise, This Is Your Hour!
Come and join our first no rehearsal Palm Sunday pageant to lift up our efforts to protect democracy. We will need Pontius Pilate, soldiers, Jesus, donkey and disciples. Arrive early to find a costume and if you have a costume, please bring it with you. Also, if you have any signs from the No Kings parade, please … Continue reading Palm, Power and a Peace Parade
Life rarely gives us a complete picture; instead we are often left with scattered, broken or mismatched pieces – surviving difficult times, changing perspectives, and evolving identities. On this Sunday we will explore the spiritual practice of sorting through the pieces of life and the often messy process of assembling them into a new, meaningful … Continue reading Putting the Pieces Together
This Sunday marks the stewardship kick off with a theme ‘Lead with Love’. Our faith calls us to show up in our communities with compassion and to give of ourselves – our time, our talents and our treasure to build a more just and loving world. We will reflect on how leadership and generosity, that … Continue reading Lead with Love: Generosity of our Hearts
