Why I Am Excited To Begin Teaching Soul Matters: Building Belonging

There is a distinct kind of magic that happens right around late summer. The rhythm of the days begins to shift, fresh notebooks appear on desks, and the promise of a new church year starts to take shape. This season, my calendar has one date circled in bright ink: Sunday, September 13th, 2026.

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Rise, Shine, and Support: Networking with Heart at Hugs Cafe

There is networking before your first cup of coffee, and then there is networking that genuinely jump-starts your morning.

This past Tuesday, August 11, 2026 , the Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce (GEDCC) hosted its monthly Rise and Shine Networking Breakfast, and the venue could not have been more fitting: Hugs Cafe on Live Oak Street.

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Community, Craft Beer, and Connection: Recapping the East Dallas Chamber Happy Hour at White Rock Alehouse

Community, Craft Beer, and Connection: Recapping the East Dallas Chamber Happy Hour at White Rock Alehouse

If you walked into White Rock Alehouse & Brewery on Tuesday evening, July 28, you could feel the energy in the air. The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce (GEDCC) brought together local business owners, entrepreneurs, and community advocates for another fantastic installment of their monthly Live Local Happy Hour.

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Welcoming the First Harvest: Lughnasadh at First Unitarian Church of Dallas

Welcoming the First Harvest: Lughnasadh at First Unitarian Church of Dallas As the high Texas summer reaches its peak, the Earth quietly signals a turning point. August marks the arrival of Lughnasadh (pronounced LOO-nah-sah), also known as Lammas—an ancient Gaelic festival honoring the very first harvest of the season. Whether you are rooted in Earth-centered … Read more