Sacred Storytelling - Unity comes in all Flavors

After a good night's sleep, the troupe again hit the road but as our church gig was nearby, we had only a short way to go this time. Again, it seemed miraculous that seven people - that perfect number in so many ways, could manage to sleep, shower and get out the door on time, but we did. Of course, David Claunch and Jeff Stratton, our time monitors, had made sure we were up and getting ready, but we really didn't need the help. Our work on the road was fun, and with each day came new experiences to savor.


Sherril Miller, a licensed Unity minister, chair of the Kansas City Road Trip effort, put us in touch with the Evansville Unity Church Pastor, Glenda Wilson, who made us welcome from the beginning.

Arriving at the small, very clean building, we entered to such a welcome that immediately we knew the day was going to be a success. We were introduced to everyone who came in, but with our matching blue vests, it was pretty obvious who we were to them; there was no question but that they were glad we were there.

Pastor Glenda was a surprise. With short graying hair, absolutely no makeup and casual clothing, I had taken her to be a member of the congregation, but no, this woman was their leader, and such a leader she turned out to be. The entire group - and the church was full, was as accepting as she, and the sense of unity strong. The service was simple and exquisite, with beautiful music played on a baby grand piano.

Our storytellers entered into the essence of the day with their stories blending seamlessly into the tapestry of worship. Teller Libby Tipton, asked for a Bible to use with her story as she had left hers behind. The pastor shared her own - one that her parents had given her when she graduated from seminary.

At the end, teller Linda Poland asked pastor Glenda for a blessing, which she gladly bestowed on each of us with the support of her people. Such a blessed day it was, and on we'll never forget, in Evansville, Indiana.