Rev. Fuss says that when the journey into our inner being and core values are integrated into our lives, we can reach beyond ourselves in faith, service, and community. Diverse leaders deeply rooted in spirituality have exemplified such a journey: Abraham and Sarah, Moses, prophets and Jesus in the Bible, St. Francis of Assisi, Gandhi, Muhammad, and Gautama Buddha. The journey is important to our “wholeness” and to the well-being of others.

Rev. Gerald “Jerry” is an ordained minister of the United Church of Christ. In his 38 years of active ministry, he served three churches and one institution, concluding with a 16 year pastorate at Emmanuel Baust United Church of Christ, Westminster. After retiring he continued to be active in the Carroll County community relating to human service needs. Some Cedarhurst friends have participated in the study/discussion group of the Interfaith Community of Carroll Col of which Jerry is convener and which meets the first Tuesday of each month, Sept. – May at the Finksburg Branch of CCPL. Jerry and his wife, Libby, moved to a cottage at Homewood in Frederick last April. They are active members of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Westminster. Their family include two adult sons, their wives, and two granddaughters.