Kids learn about themselves and others through play until they reach a certain age, then they are told to abandon such childish pursuits. But in doing so, they cut themselves off from precious paths of growth, understanding, and empathy. Let’s rediscover those paths together and remember how to play!
Worship Leader Bio: Kelley is an award-winning novelist and actress, as well as an alumni of the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama’s prestigious acting program. She has lead programs and workshops on writing and the creative process across the country, and lectured at the Library of Congress on the life and works of Mary Shelley. She is also a trans single mother of two young men, and a recent Philly transplant. She joined First UU about a year ago, and is now co-lead of the Trans+NB group, runs the monthly Writers Salon, and is an active participant in the Pagan Potluck.