Kate Tucker grew up in Decatur, Illinois, and spent some years studying literature and theater before she found her way to seminary. She served as Associate Minister at First Universalist Church, Minneapolis until she retired as Minister Emerita. Kate now writes, serves as a spiritual director, and remains involved with collegial projects in the Twin Cities. She has special affection for the farmlands of the Midwest, the deserts of Arizona, the mystery of creativity, and the unique stories that are our lives.