A new month that will usher in a season of change has arrived. In the midst of the arrival of fall colors in our part of the world, may we recognize that we have within us the ability to alter our paths, Creator God. We can strive to listen more, offer gratitude more generously, speak up louder in the face of injustice, and shower kindness with abandon on all those we encounter. Students are returning to the classroom in buildings and on-line right now. Let us be students of life and love. May we all continue to learn and grow into our best selves. We pray this in your most holy name. Amen.