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.
The number of current national developments undermine our values and freedoms and leave us wondering what can I do? The truth is, that alone – probably not much, but when we change the question to what can WE do, we get to possibilities and options. This Sunday we will reflect on our work toward building up our collective … Continue reading Sharing Our Gifts: Unleashing Collective Potential
“We give because giving has changed us. We give because giving could have changed us.” -Alberto Rios What and how we give to others shows our care and our compassion. As part of our stewardship drive we will consider how our act of generosity is a spiritual practice that can bring about change. Our choir … Continue reading When Giving Is All We Have
“So at the moment the situation appears grim. And yet, there are plenty of reasons to remain hopeful about the future. To name a few: (NOTE TO EDITOR – please insert some reasons to feel hopeful about the future, if you can think of any).” Comedian Dave Barry As we are grappling with a quickly … Continue reading Connections Grow Underground
Our actions and work, as insignificant as it may seem, leave an impact, just as one snowflake is vital in creating an avalanche. In collaboration with our social justice team, we invite all to discern what social justice issue we want to engage in. Our choir will perform. Click on this link to view the videos of … Continue reading How Much Does the Snowflake Weigh?
We look toward the next year with hopes, carrying with us the seeds from the year before. What seeds are you planting for this new year? For yourself? Your relationships? Your church community? We will kick off our 50th anniversary celebration with stories from our beginnings. Click on this link to view the videos … Continue reading Seeds for the New Year
There is no rehearsal, just add you, costumes, a few props and stir! If you need a costume, come at 9:30am to make one. We will need manger animals, stars, shepherds, angels, wise people and queens. All will take part in retelling the timeless story of hope born as a baby in humble conditions.
