Dear friends, The board is about to meet for its annual retreat. By the time you read this, we’ll have met and I can inform you more of what’s to come for the year. As you know, we have a full plate. In fact, I know a lot of you have been on the board … Continue reading September 2026: From the President
Dear friends, About two years ago, we had a flood at our house. While we were in Boston, something happened to our water system and quite the mess ensued. After some pretty hefty renovations to our house, we finally got it back up and running about nine months later. The last area of repair from … Continue reading August 2026: From the President
An Investment in J.U.S.T. Pensacola is an investment in the future of our community. Our annual Investment Drive is an incredibly important part of what we do. If we want to grow in our ability to change the way systems operate in the greater Pensacola area, then we have to “own” this power we are … Continue reading Invest in JUST Pensacola
As you know, the past few months have been challenging. A lot of changes have taken place, and even a good bit of turmoil in the ranks. A few months ago, the last thing I thought I’d be doing is writing my first letter as president for the newsletter, but here I am. That said, … Continue reading July 2026: From the President
Dear Beloved Congregation, As June arrives, we find ourselves stepping fully into the warmth and brightness of summer. The days stretch longer, afternoon storms roll in with familiar Gulf Coast rhythm, and our world seems alive with movement, color, and possibility. June invites us outdoors — to gather, to celebrate, and to reconnect with one … Continue reading June 2026: From the President
Hello Beloved Congregation, As we welcome the month of May, we find ourselves surrounded by the gentle but unmistakable shift of the seasons. The days grow longer, the sunlight lingers just a little later, and the warmth in the air reminds us of renewal, growth, and possibility. Spring is in full bloom—flowers are opening, trees … Continue reading May 2026: From the President
We’re launching a brand-new video interview series celebrating the stories, faith, and wisdom of our longest-standing members — and we need your help! In the spirit of StoryCorps, A Life of Sundays will capture personal histories and reflections in an intimate, heartfelt format. Whether you’d like to share your own story as an interview subject … Continue reading Introducing: A Life of Sundays
Dear Beloved Community, As we step into March, we find ourselves in that gentle turning of the seasons—when cooler mornings give way to warmer afternoons, and the first signs of spring begin to emerge all around us. Here along the Gulf Coast, March often brings a bit of everything: sunshine, rain, and the occasional surprise … Continue reading March 2026: From the President
It is time to begin looking forward to our Nehemiah Action on the topic of Mental Health. That is when we ask our elected officials to commit to make the changes in policy and program to bend toward Justice. Last year’s Action was attended by more than 700 Escambia County citizens. The Action will be … Continue reading Looking Toward Nehemiah
