Transformative Community

by Casy Kost, Winter 2024

Reflecting on these first few months as a new board member brings collective

perspective. I’m appreciative to be in a spiritual community that values love, as our

president mentioned in her previous letter from the board.

Over these months I have been able to gain broader knowledge of our board and

congregation structure. What better time for growth, learning, and getting to know the

board than on new and challenging waters while Pam was away on sabbatical. A kudos

to Rachel Craine, the sabbatical team, and others who stepped up in Pam’s absence.

Upon Pam’s return we have gained a new administrator; welcome Jenny Fairchild, the

board and congregation is pleased to have her with us!

Many requests have been reviewed and the board has received reports from our

members on improvements to facilities and grounds. We continue to lean into our board

covenant values of respect, trust, deep listening, curiosity, and fierce dedication to

diversity and inclusion in our commitment to the community we serve. In turn, we are

searching for others to serve, specifically on the Endowment Committee, and give great

thanks to Bill Baker for his years of service and leadership. In the evolution of our music

program we are seeking thoughts to implement grass roots creativity moving forward

with a harmonious vision of our musical community. Please reach out to us at

board@uucnrv.org with interest and/or expressions on these topics.

There remain many changes and transitions in the world and our congregation as we

approach this coming winter season which gives us time to reflect on our newly added

UUC value of transformation. Changes may seem messy or uncomfortable at times, but

the results can be beautiful. Only together can we rise up to make transformational

change. Let us move into the holidays and the coming new year embracing our value of

transformation and continuing to move with love at the center.

– Cassy Kost, UUC Board Member