wednesday wisdom

Wednesday Wisdom #1: Unexpected Paths (October 6, 2026)

In addition to Susan Lambert, this Fellowship was inspired by the life and wisdom of our longtime Pseads mentor, Belvie Rooks. Belvie has lived an extraordinary life, but an experience that shaped her deeply happened when she was 15, when she was selected for a fellowship of young people that led to three days with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

She writes, “I was thrilled and excited to have been selected to attend, though I was never quite clear what the selection process had involved.” Might sound a little familiar to you too! : )

The story of that weekend in 1958 is Belvie’s, so rather than tell it for her, we’re sharing the piece she wrote about those three days. It’s short, and very worth reading [link].

And speaking of unexpected paths….

Part of this Fellowship is discovering what catches your interest, what you want to try, and where you might want to contribute. Each week, we’ll share opportunities you can jump into if something sparks your curiosity. Here’s what’s coming up….

Volunteer Opportunities

There are two awesome volunteer opportunities this month that allow you to build community and spend time outdoors – a Saturday morning caring for the National AIDS Memorial Grove in Golden Gate Park (10/17) and the Dipsea Prevention Walk for Breast Cancer in Mill Valley (10/24). If either works for you, see the Volunteer Page for details and RSVP. 

SIGN UP TODAY - at least one volunteer day must be completed before January.

Second Sunday October Call: Finding Your Path

Our first Fellows’ Growing a Global Heart Training is this Sunday 10/11, from 5:00-6:00pm. These monthly meetings are required so we can all create a foundation together. We’re very excited to see you there, and hopefully Belvie can join us!