Looking to 2025

3 December 2024
Monthly Theme: Divine Light

December 2024
Dear Friends of Bridges,

As we close this year and look forward to the next, the theme of Divine Light calls us to recognize the illumination within and around us. It is a time to celebrate the spark of the sacred that guides our journeys, individually and collectively, toward justice, inclusion, and hope.

We are inspired by the transformative power of community and collaboration. As we embrace the promise of a new year, I am thrilled to announce that we have a new slate of new programs and resources coming in 2025, designed to deepen our connections and expand our reach:

Best Practices Gatherings: Beginning in February, we will be meeting on the third Monday of the month to share best practices for models of leadership, operations, marketing and more.
Congregational Toolkits: Our new resources will include guides for creating inclusive spaces, addressing generational differences, and fostering resilience in communities. These toolkits are designed to empower congregations with practical strategies and insights.
Leadership Development Opportunities: Through workshops, mentoring programs, and a digital leadership library, we aim to support current and emerging leaders in navigating the complexities of modern ministry and social action.
Expanding Celebrations of Diversity: Continuing the success of our daily series, we will introduce Celebrating Cultural Connections, focusing on global traditions and the shared values that unite us.
Constructive Theology and Creative Expression: We will be offering a Saturday morning workshop series from January to May titled “Finding Your Passion” where we will be exploring our passion for justice.

As you gather with loved ones this season, may the Divine Light remind us of our interconnectedness and the transformative power of hope. Thank you for being part of this journey with Bridges. Your unwavering support fuels our vision for a world where all are seen, celebrated, and cherished.

Wishing you light, peace, and joy in the days ahead.

In Service,

Pastor AJ Blackwood
Executive Director
Bridges: A Unitarian Universalist Network