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Rev. Canon Cristina F. Rathbone (’09) authors “The Asylum Seekers: A Chronicle of Life, Death, and Community at the Border”
Rev. Canon Cristina F. Rathbone (’09) recently released her text The Asylum Seekers: A Chronicle of Life, Death, and Community at the Border. The book description reads: “A remarkable, decimating work of reporting by award-winning journalist and priest Cristina Rathbone about asylum seekers trapped at a port of entry to the US: the trauma they […]
Director of Faith Exploration, Part-Time, UU: Watertown, MA
This ministry is primarily centered around the spiritual needs, nurturing and growth of our children, youth and families. The person in this role develops and implements faith exploration programming with the intention of helping children and youth cultivate a Unitarian Universalist identity and a sense of meaningful community within and beyond our walls. Qualifications and […]
Dr. Stephen Stacks (’12) to release “The Resounding Revolution: Freedom Song after 1968”
Dr. Stephen Stacks (’12) authored the text, The Resounding Revolution: Freedom Song after 1968, set to be released in May of 2025. The book description reads: “Far from being bounded by the timeframe of the 1960s, freedom song continues to evolve as a tool both of historical memory and of present activism. Stephen Stacks looks […]
Rev. Dr. Wayne Kendall (’92)
The following obituary was originally published by Blake Chelmsford Funeral Home and can be found here. Reverend Dr. Wayne Kendall, 86, a resident of Townsend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at Fitchburg Healthcare surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Janice (Nolan) Kendall with whom he shared 23 […]
Dr. Carolynne Hitter Brown (’09) authors upcoming work, “Singing through Struggle Music, Worship, and Identity in Postemancipation Black Churches”
Dr. Carolynne Hitter Brown (’09) authored Singing through Struggle: Music, Worship, and Identity in Postemancipation Black Churches to be released on May 15, 2025. The book description reads: “Singing through Struggle: Music, Worship, and Identity in Postemancipation Black Churches offers an innovative look at the vital role music and worship played in nurturing Black citizenship and identity […]
The Very Rev. Dr. Marion Pardy (’97) awarded for leadership among interfaith communities
The following is an excerpt from The United Church of Canada’s article, “Dr. Pardy nominated for her interfaith and guaranteed living income (GLI) work,” published on February 4, 2025. Click here to read the full article. “The Very Rev. Dr. Marion Pardy, 37th Moderator of The United Church of Canada, will receive the King Charles Coronation Medal […]
Mr. Sean Glenn (’13) joins in developing Haven Religious Community
The following is an excerpt from The Living Church article by Greta Gaffin (’23, ’28), “Three Members Form a Nascent Religious Community,” published on January 1, 2025. Click here to read the full article. “Haven Religious is an emerging religious community in Hartford, Connecticut that hopes to provide active service to the church and the city. There are three […]
Rev. Leonard S. Buxton (’56, ’63)
The following obituary was originally published by Hugh B. Hughes Funeral Home and can be found here. Reverend Leonard S. Buxton died December 16th, 2024 at Wesley Village Rehabilitation Center in Pittston surrounded by members of his family. He was born in Ephrata PA, the son of Rev. Sydney and Ella Buxton on May 21, 1930. Leonard […]
Rev. Dr. Brandon T. Crowley (STH ’12, ’19) Inspiring the Development of Affirming Congregations
The following is an excerpt from The Heights article by Laney McAden and Riley Del Sesto, “He Felt God Call Him to Come Out. Now, He Helps Black Churches Become Safe Spaces for Others To Do the Same,” published on February 17, 2025. Click here to read the full article. “Crowley’s first book, Queering the Black Church: Dismantling Heteronormativity […]
Rev. Deborah Loomis LaFond (’96) publishes children’s book, “The Laughing Giraffe”
Reverend Deborah Loomis LaFond (’96) authored the 2024 children’s book titled The Laughing Giraffe. The book description reads: “The Laughing Giraffe is a story about Thulani, a gentle and quiet giraffe living in the savanna of Southern Africa. With his long, thick lashes, Thulani captivates everyone around him. Join Thulani on an adventure filled with surprise when […]