Down For the Count
A Meditation by Rev. Cameron Trimble
Dear Ones,
It seems that I have returned from my travels with warm memories of being with friends…and a case of the flu. I am down for the count today.
For now, I offer this recent photo from our 10 acre regenerative farm/community garden, the Common Good Farm. In this photo, Finley, our english springer spaniel, is supervising my hay bale tossing technique. She is definitely the boss around here.
We are currently harvesting broccoli, collards, carrots, onions, garlic, cauliflower, spinach, swiss chard, romaine lettuce and arugala. It’s been a good winter growing season.
We are also now getting our seedlings started for the spring. We will grow 48 varieties of heirloom vegetables as well as welcome a new flock of baby chicks. Even in the midst of collapse, life flows on. Life, death, life again.
To that end, I pass along this song to accompany you over the weekend as a form of meditation. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have.
I hope to be back in my regular rhythm next week. Take good care of yourself.
We are in this together,
Cameron
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Upcoming Events That Might Be of Interest…
February 5, 2026 - Margaret Wheatley and and I are launching a new online course called “Leading with Spirit,” a six-session journey into soul-grounded leadership designed to deepen your trust in guidance, nurture perseverance, and rekindle imaginal wisdom for our fractured world. Take a look at the course outline. We are really excited and hope you can join! Scholarship are available if needed. Learn more here!
February 11th and 25, 2026 - Join Our “Building a Culture of Leadership Within Congregations” Cohort facilitated by Rabbi Benjamin Ross and me! A two-session course for ministers and faith leaders ready to strengthen how their congregations and ministries identify, develop, and support leaders. Learn more here.
July 19-24, 2026 - Join me and amazing co-facilitator, Victoria, on retreat in the back-country of beautiful Wyoming. The Art of Wilding is a 5-Day Expedition for Women Leaders. We will spend the week reconnecting to nature, exploring our inner landscapes for change, and engage the wisdom of spiritual teachings. Click here to learn more.
I drafted a Strategic Framework for Congregations as we move into the coming years of increased authoritarianism around the world. If interested, you can download it here.
Fun Things My Friends Are Up To…
I get to work with such amazing, creative people. This section is my way of celebrating them—no paid promotions, just joy in what they’re creating.
Have you heard about the Franciscan Federation? I absolutely LOVE these folks and am excited about the future they are envisioning. If you want to learn more about Franciscan theology, check out their extensive website of resources. This world needs more Franciscan-hearted people. Count me in!
Are you a recovering evangelical leader in search for a network of people who understand your journey? Jonathan Foster and friends have launched the Curian Network. It’s a denominational space credentialing and resourcing pastors, chaplains, spiritual directors, and counselors in this wild day and age we live in.
Bryan Sirchio is the lead designer of the Convergence Music Project and has just launched a new podcast on Just and Generous Worship Music. Check out the podcast and new website here: https://convergencemp.com/
I am working on a big AI project in partnership with a company called Change.ai. I have been SO impressed with their commitment to justice organizations and safe, ethical AI space. Change Agent grew out of a 55-year-old civil rights nonprofit, and those values guide their approach.
If you are a leader or member of a congregation looking for consulting support in visioning, planning, hiring or staffing, please consider Convergence.
Be well! And thank you for the beautiful song.
Take good care of YOURself!