Friends! It was my absolute pleasure to visit Southern Oregon in December. So many good connections and conversations. It gave us all a lot to think about and work plans will be flowing for the coming months.

Next, I was asked this great question when I was visiting and I felt the answer was worthy of sharing with you:

What is the role of the intern minister?
From the UUA Internship Manual:
The MFC’s (Ministerial Formation Committee) philosophy of ministerial formation is based on the integration of theory and practice, commonly understood as critical practice, or praxis. An Internship…offers opportunities to develop ministerial skills in a supportive setting and with an experienced supervisor. It provides an environment in which to integrate historical and theological understandings with the practice of ministry.

I am learning how to be a Minister by being a Minister, with support and direction from Rev. Sean Parker Dennison and a dedicated Learning Committee. I work with the boards, lay leaders, and small groups in a ministerial capacity not limited to spiritual direction and strategic planning.

In this way, I am a Minister in formation; I am a minister who is humble enough to know, I still have some valuable learning to do and what a gift we get to learn and grow together.

Below you will find the way with me in January! May the snow be light and our hearts be full!