As UUCSF's Minister, I see my role to help build on the strong foundations this congregation has well laid for asking searching questions, supporting members and friends of all ages in building lives of spirit and faith, working for peace and justice in the larger world, and creating a caring and compassionate community that reaches beyond its own intimate circle. This congregation has provided a presence of witness and action in the community - which is so needed in these times of increasing societal stress and uncertainty. Our new meetinghouse has provided us with so many more opportunities to reach out - to the larger community - and reach in - to our own spiritual lives.