“Do or do not. There is no try.” With these famous words, Master Yoda challenges young Luke Skywalker (Star Wars) —and perhaps all of us. Does “trying” imply a lack of full commitment and a willingness to fail?

The Venerable Roxanne Klingensmith, originally from Minnesota, has resided in Bozeman since 1981. With a background in theology and ministry, she was ordained as a Deacon in 1999. Klingensmith is deeply involved in community organizations, focusing on social justice issues. She founded Family Promise of the Gallatin Valley and the Fresh Start Program, and serves on various boards and councils. A retired Archdeacon of the Episcopal Diocese of Montana, she continues to serve St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Big Timber. Klingensmith lives in Bozeman with her wife and has a daughter in New Zealand.