March 8, 2026

This morning … I take a few extra moments, looking at our sign: “My religion is kindness.” I think of all the different “religions” in the world. All the different kinds of churches and ministers and people. So many names … lots of rules and guidelines. What a person has to do to “join” … to be able to share Communion … to be married and confirmed. What it means to be a “member.” I guess it’s all part of being “human.” At the heart of any religion … well, there needs to be KINDNESS. For many people … maybe for you … the world is not kind. One’s journey can be harsh … unpredictable … unfair. But … when we meet someone who is kind … when we are the recipient of an act of kindness, no matter how small it may be … it brings a bit of healing and hope to the steps we take. It’s in these “steps of kindness” … well, this is where Jesus walks. He walks “in us” and “with us.” For each one of us … our religion may be different. It’s “KINDNESS” that binds us together. I am so grateful for what we share … peace to all — Don