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General Session I, #UUAGA 2023

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General Assembly 2023 in Pittsburgh, PA starts now! We welcome you to join us from around the world.

Watch the Opening Celebration and General Session I live-streamed here:

https://bit.ly/3JqRxCr

#UUAGA


Live-streaming video, Wednesday, June 21, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. EDT / 6:30 p.m. CDT / 5:30 p.m. MDT / 4:30 p.m. PDT. No registration required.

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Today marks the first day of our annual General Assembly! We are so grateful for our democratic tradition. This time of year is...

By: Unitarian Universalist Association β€”
Today marks the first day of our annual General Assembly! We are so grateful for our democratic tradition.

This time of year is a reminder that Unitarian Universalists and UU congregations determine the path forward in this faith. Your belief in justice, equity, and compassion and your work building beloved community has brought us to where we are today.

Use the hashtag #UUAGA or tag us in your photos during GA!



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New Article II Congregational Resources from the Field: For a Year of Study 2023-2024

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Article II resources for a potential year of study 2023-2024. Worship services and elements, discussion guides, RE lessons and activities, spiritual practices, songbook, and TikTok videos. Coming soon: "Learn-In" guide, and faithful conversations guide.

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New Article II Congregational Resources from the Field: For a Year of Study 2023-2024

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Article II resources for a potential year of study 2023-2024. Worship services and elements, discussion guides, RE lessons and activities, spiritual practices, songbook, and TikTok videos. Coming soon: "Learn-In" guide, and faithful conversations guide.

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Practicing Democracy

By: Shaya French β€”
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Shaya French

May we be active participants in the liberatory potential of democracy.

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Practicing Democracy

By: Shaya French β€”
In a sunny room, raised hands are the focus of this photo, with a few blurred faces in the background.

Shaya French

May we be active participants in the liberatory potential of democracy.

Continue reading "Practicing Democracy"

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While we celebrate Juneteenth today, may we also reflect on slavery's long legacy and reaffirm our commitments to disrupting and...

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While we celebrate Juneteenth today, may we also reflect on slavery's long legacy and reaffirm our commitments to disrupting and dismantling the capitalist and racist systems of oppression still woven into so many of the institutions we depend on.

Our work continues, today and every day.



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Racist or Antiracist

By: Ibram X Kendi β€”
In thirty states, UU clergy and laypeople marched alongside faith leaders from many traditions and people affected by poverty and injustice to promote an antiracist, antipoverty, pro-justice, and pro-equality political agenda.

Ibram X Kendi

Fundamentally racismβ€”its heartbeatβ€”has always been denial.

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On this #FathersDay please celebrate ALL people who father, nurture, and care for others. We send love to all who celebrate toda...

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On this #FathersDay please celebrate ALL people who father, nurture, and care for others. We send love to all who celebrate today. 🀍



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The UUA Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Upholding the Indian Child Welfare Act

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Read the official UUA statement applauding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in the Haaland vs Brackeen case that upholds the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act.

Our President Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray reminds us that β€œUU's have long supported the efforts by Native and Indigenous peoples to maintain their culture and sovereignty, and we continue to do so today,” β€œICWA has been successful in helping to prevent the further erosion of the culture of Indigenous communities. We celebrate this ruling, which preserves this important piece of legislation.”


The Supreme Court’s ruling helps preserve the sovereignty of Indigenous tribes and the rights of Native American children and their families.

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Dive into these three reads just in time for the long weekend.

Authentic Selves: Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary People and Their Families.

Incantations for Rest by Atena O. Danner is an invitation to slow down and explore every kind of rest, providing sacred space for those exhausted by the demands of a racist, ableist society.

Forged at the intersection of faith and justice, BLUU Notes: An Anthology of Love, Justice, and Liberation is the first publication from Black Lives of Unitarian Universalism (BLUU).

Available at https://bit.ly/3ME46t1









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The UUA Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Upholding the Indian Child Welfare Act: Decision will help to maintain sovereignty of Indigenous communities

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The UUA affirms the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) because ICWA preserves Indigenous culture and sovereignty by protecting Native children from being removed during custody proceedings and placed with non-Native families.

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The UUA Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Upholding the Indian Child Welfare Act: Decision will help to maintain sovereignty of Indigenous communities

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Indigenous women and children walk together in demonstration
The UUA affirms the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) because ICWA preserves Indigenous culture and sovereignty by protecting Native children from being removed during custody proceedings and placed with non-Native families.

Continue reading "The UUA Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Upholding the Indian Child Welfare Act: Decision will help to maintain sovereignty of Indigenous communities"

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Key Things to Know About General Assembly 2023

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Check out UU World’s quick guide to the speakers, events, and business of this year’s General Assembly.
https://bit.ly/42DFnNj

It's not too late! GA registration is still open.
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A quick guide to the speakers, events, and business of this year’s Unitarian Universalist Association annual meeting.

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We appreciate and echo President Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray's message: This Pride Month, we pray especially for and with all ou...

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We appreciate and echo President Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray's message:

This Pride Month, we pray especially for and with all our trans and nonbinary+ kids and adults and for their families and for the communities supporting them. And we pray for the safety, wellbeing and joy of all of our Pride celebrations. May they give us inspiration and power, knowing we are never turning back!



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A Farewell Message from UUA President Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray

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Staff Writer

As her time as UUA President winds down, Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray shares a message of appreciation for the work we’ve done together and excitement for what’s to come.

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Matching Gift Challenge is extended through June 15! Donate today and your gift will be doubled in value. Your support makes our...

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Matching Gift Challenge is extended through June 15! Donate today and your gift will be doubled in value. Your support makes our work possible, from supporting UU congregations, communities, and leaders, to advancing UU values in the worldβ€”including recent efforts to support trans families, reproductive rights, and more.

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We echo Tyrel Jackson Williams take on queerness and gender affirming care. He’s right, queerness allows you to create yourself in your own image, outside any arbitrary social constructs or expectations.

Unitarian Universalism is a religion that unapologetically welcomes and celebrates the LGBTQ+ individuals, children and families in our congregations and communities. We will continue to respond to Love's call to build a more just and equitable world where all can thrive.









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Hypothetical Argument, Real-life Harm

By: Jeff Milchen β€”
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Jeff Milchen

Unitarian Universalists have worked consistently toward equality for all LGBTQIA+ people and, more recently,Β UUs are defending against escalating attempts to nullify civil rights advances.

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Faith enables us to see how fortunate we are, faith energizes us to reach out to others with love and compassion, and faith empo...

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Faith enables us to see how fortunate we are, faith energizes us to reach out to others with love and compassion, and faith empowers us to the purpose of making the human condition better.



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Co-Financial Advisors’ Statement on Actions Following the UUA’s 2014 Climate Divestment Resolution

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UUA Co-Financial Advisors, Chris Chepel and David Stewart, provide a statement about actions following the UUA’s 2014 Climate Divestment Resolution.

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Co-Financial Advisors’ Statement on Actions Following the UUA’s 2014 Climate Divestment Resolution

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Chris Chepel

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David Stewart

UUA Co-Financial Advisors, Chris Chepel and David Stewart, provide a statement about actions following the UUA’s 2014 Climate Divestment Resolution.

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On Sunday, June 25, the Rev. Mishra-Marzetti, Senior Minister of First UU Congregation of Ann Arbor, MI will lead thousands of U...

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On Sunday, June 25, the Rev. Mishra-Marzetti, Senior Minister of First UU Congregation of Ann Arbor, MI will lead thousands of UUs in worship. We are excited to share in worship together again at General Assembly this year and we hope you'll join us!



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In life, and in making a sandwich, we choose what we spread. Now more than ever, it matters that we as UUs choose to spread love...

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In life, and in making a sandwich, we choose what we spread. Now more than ever, it matters that we as UUs choose to spread love.

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Key Things to Know About General Assembly 2023

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Elaine McArdle

A quick guide to the speakers, events, and business of this year’s Unitarian Universalist Association annual meeting.

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The Spiritual Practice of Untangling Perfectionism, Urgency, and Individualism

By: Evin Carvill Ziemer β€”
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Evin Carvill Ziemer

This is a story of two moments online and how some of the ways we white UU’s show up can cause harm.I’m writing this now because General Assembly is around the corner ...

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An ethic of love lives at the heart of our UU faith. How are we to live? #SFGLegacy reminds us β€œLet us build with love a solid f...

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An ethic of love lives at the heart of our UU faith. How are we to live? #SFGLegacy reminds us β€œLet us build with love a solid foundation for the work we do in our families, our faith communities, and our world. May we always enlarge our circle of concern to create inclusive communities of resilience and wholeness, of resistance and courage. May we live the bold, brave, loving theology that lives at the heart of our tradition.”



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As UU's we honor the sacred worth and dignity of every person and we are committed to using the pronouns that people indicate th...

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As UU's we honor the sacred worth and dignity of every person and we are committed to using the pronouns that people indicate they want to have used. We can all try harder to be mindful about the diversity of gender and identity and address people in ways that make them feel whole and seen.



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Article II Study Commission

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Has your congregation reviewed the revised Article II yet? Get involved today - delegates will vote on the revised language at General Assembly. #A2TheConversation

Learn more at https://bit.ly/3GwuF2S


Charge to the Article II Study Commission

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Have you followed us on Instagram yet?

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Have you followed us on Instagram yet?



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The Sacred Truth

By: Zeb Green β€”
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Zeb Green

I would have loved it as a kid to have a church that encouraged us to listen to our heartfelt yearning of self.

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The Sacred Truth

By: Zeb Green β€”
Six cylindrical vases are filled with colored liquid, so that together they form a rainbow. This photo captures the bottom of each vase and the reflection of their color on a blank surface.

Zeb Green

I would have loved it as a kid to have a church that encouraged us to listen to our heartfelt yearning of self.

Continue reading "The Sacred Truth"

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UUA Board Position on the Rules of Procedure Amendment Reinstating Procedural Microphone

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The UUA Board has stated its position against the amendment to the General Assembly 2023 Rules of Procedure reinstating the procedural microphone.

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UUA Board Position on the Rules of Procedure Amendment Reinstating Procedural Microphone

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The UUA Board has stated its position against the amendment to the General Assembly 2023 Rules of Procedure reinstating the procedural microphone.

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General Assembly 2023 Updates!

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Central East Region of the UUA

General Assembly 2023 is coming to Pittsburgh, PA! Join us June 21-25, 2023 in-person or virtually to worship, witness, learn, connect, and make policy for the Association through the democratic process. Here is some important information for our region's participants! The Central East Region is...

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In honor of #SFGlegacy we are featuring this excerpt from her sermon on the Parable of the Trapeze.



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So many amazing leaders will join us at General Assembly, including best-selling author and Harvard professor of gender, sexuality and African American studies, Dr. Imani Perry. Don't miss this opportunity for connection, learning and worship among thousands of fellow UUs!

Be sure to register for #UUAGA today. https://bit.ly/438ZSCi



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Its never too late to be authentically you.

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Today, June 1st voting for UUA elections open.

For more information on voting: https://bit.ly/3AdED6g



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The UUA is now on Instagram! Look out for more spiritual and heart-centered content focusing on UU connection and relatability as we make a new digital impact on Instagram.



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Now, more than ever, we must find the strength to live our truth unapologetically. We must find the force of will to fight like hell.

May we give strength to each other during this season of #Pride to find joy and continue the work of justice.

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Join the Rev. Dr. SofΓ­a Betancourt for a conversation in Dallas, TX at the next presidential forum this Saturday.

Rev. Dr. Matthew Johnson, from the Election Campaigns Practices Committee, will ask Rev. Betancourt about Governance.

Then Rev. Betancourt will take questions and engage in conversation with the attendees.

Registration in advance is not required, but is helpful. Register online at:https://bit.ly/45BbiRf



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Has your congregation celebrated Flower Communion? Rev. Joshua Berg gathered this wonderful collection of supplementary materials for the "Flower 100" from UUs across our Association.

Check out these resources for your congregation!
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U.S. Supreme Court Cases that Impact UU Principles

By: Jeff Milchen β€”
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Jeff Milchen

The Unitarian Universalist Association and UU World are following several U.S. Supreme Court cases that address core UU principles and affect the rights of oppressed groups.

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Letting the Momentum Carry Us ForwardΒ 

By: Susan Frederick-Gray β€”
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Susan Frederick-Gray

It has been my profound honor to serve as your UUA president.

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UUA Presidents, 1961–2023

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Staff Writer

A brief look at the people who have led the Unitarian Universalist Association since its founding.

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Courage for Us All

By: Li Kynvi β€”
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Li Kynvi

I belong, and you belong, and we belongβ€”just as we are.

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Courage for Us All

By: Li Kynvi β€”
A hand opens a door, revealing a restroom.

Li Kynvi

I belong, and you belong, and we belongβ€”just as we are.

Continue reading "Courage for Us All"

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Religious Educators Lead a Return to Community

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UU religious educators are searching for the kind of community events and outreach that will stitch unraveled connections back together and offer families the spiritual support they need to navigate post-shutdown life.

Dayna Edwards, minister of faith formation at Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church in Bethesda, MD has found it effective to lean into community events that were canceled or pared down in recent years, like Cedar Lane’s annual holiday craft day.

Correna Ness, director of religious exploration at the Unitarian Church of Harrisburg, PA worked together with congregants to restructure popular events like an annual auction to make them more multigenerational and financially accessible to all.

We are so grateful for all that lay and credentialed religious educators do to guide and serve our Unitarian Universalist communities.

Read the full article:https://bit.ly/3ATXTWg


In a world altered by the pandemic, religious educators are finding ways to stitch unraveled communities back together.

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Opportunities for Connection ~ June 2023

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Central East Region of the UUA

Find out what's happening in the Central East Region! This month - Farewell from Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray, GA 2023, CERSI, OWL Trainings, Board Trainings and more!

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Matching Gift Challenge extended through June 15! Donate today and your gift will be doubled in value. Your support makes our work possible, from supporting UU congregations, communities, and leaders, to advancing UU values in the worldβ€”including recent efforts to support trans families, reproductive rights, and more.

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The Most Biased Endorsement

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As President Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray's term winds down, we are sharing this heartfelt video of Presidents Susan’s husband and son called "The Most Biased Endorsement," from when she was running for UUA President back in 2017.

The UUA is grateful for the support of President’s family throughout her presidential journey.

https://bit.ly/43vRJYV


Brian and Henry offer a most biased endorsement for Susan Frederick-Gray for UUA President.

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On this 2nd anniversary we lift up and honor the beautiful humanity of George Floyd and the dignity of his life. Our Unitarian Universalist faith compels us to speak the names of George Floyd in remembrance of his life and recognize every Black person who has been harassed, assaulted, or murdered by police.

We must continue to work in solidarity with the Black leaders and organizers who have long been fighting for justice. #justiceforgeorgefloyd #blacklivesmatter #RestInPowerGeorgeFloyd



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As my time as your UUA President winds down, I wanted to share a message reflecting on some of the things I am most proud of and...

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As my time as your UUA President winds down, I wanted to share a message reflecting on some of the things I am most proud of and things that have been most challenging during my tenure. I also want to offer my thoughts on and enthusiasm for what is ahead for the UUA in this leadership transition.

I am honored to have served in this role for these last six years and grateful for how UUs have been courageous and bold in these truly challenging and important times.

Watch my full video message on the UUA's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/cWoNriK1yuU

#SFGLegacy

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Helpers, Teachers, Angels

By: Sue Ferguson β€”
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Sue Ferguson

If I’m not cultivating an open heart and watching for the helpers, the teachers, and the angels, I may miss them when I need them the most.

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Helpers, Teachers, Angels

By: Sue Ferguson β€”
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Sue Ferguson

If I’m not cultivating an open heart and watching for the helpers, the teachers, and the angels, I may miss them when I need them the most.

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The UUA Board will host a webinar, "What to Expect at GA 2023," Today, May 22nd at 7 pm ET.

Whether this is your first GA or your 20th, please join the board as they share some important information on the business of Multiplatform GA 2023.

Register now: https://bit.ly/3MiJ1WI



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Introducing Lenore Bajare-Dukes, CER Congregational Life Staff

By: Lenore Bajare-Dukes β€”
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Lenore Bajare-Dukes

As the newest member of the Central East team, serving as Primary Contact for approximately 40 congregations in parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delmarva, and Greater Baltimore, I was reflecting on how to introduce myself. And as I come most recently to this work from serving as a lifespan...

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Looking for ways to engage meaningfully with Unitarian Universalists across our Association in discernment about what's at the heart of our theology?

The UUA Board of Trustees invites all UUs to join an Article II amendment workshop to learn about and discuss the feedback that has been given on the proposal for a new Article II of UUA bylaws.

This Sunday’s meeting on May 21st will focus on the theme of Purpose, Inclusion, Freedom of Belief, and Anything Else that Remains.

Be an active part of our UU living tradition and share your perspective on what it means to be a Unitarian Universalist. Register online at https://bit.ly/3ooX3OF

#A2TheConversation



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Join me for this great event!

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Imagine it's 2050 and we've achieved all of our wildest hopes for climate justice...what does it look like? The abolitionist movement imagines a future without police and prisons, drawing on deep convictions, faith, imagination, and hope to do so. The climate justice movement is diverse, vibrant, and equally hopeful: but do we UUs have a vision of what a just climate future is?

Join Side with Love for this radical gathering of thinkers for abolitionist visions of climate justice. Facilitated by Rachel Myslivy, Rev. Dr. SofΓ­a Betancourt, Dr. Rashid Shaikh, and Antoinette Scully.

To aid with the visioning, this event will incorporate the use of 'rich picture' process to help us imagine our communities in this future. We hope this panel will inspire and ground all of us in the promise of the world we yearn for. Register here:https://bit.ly/3ojfFzw



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This Thursday, the UUA Board of Trustees is hosting its second workshop for discussing Article II Amendment ideas; this one will focus on values and covenant.

The workshops are open to all Unitarian Universalists. Whether or not you submit a suggestion or idea, we encourage you to join us for one or more of these workshops.

Register now for the May 18th workshop: https://bit.ly/42oGvFw



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Possibilities of Part Time Ministry: Compensation and Search

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Recordings of workshops on Employment Matters and Ministerial Search for Part-Time Ministries.

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Possibilities of Part Time Ministry: Ministerial Experiences

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Recordings of workshops on Ministers Considering Part-Time Models and Ministerial Experiences with Part-Time Models.

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Flor y Canto

By: Tania MΓ‘rquez β€”
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Tania MΓ‘rquez

When we become fully aware of our limited time on earth we can still leave behind flowers and songs.

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Flor y Canto

By: Tania MΓ‘rquez β€”
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Tania MΓ‘rquez

When we become fully aware of our limited time on earth we can still leave behind flowers and songs.

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The Radical Roots of Mother's Day

By: Rachel Walden β€”
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Rachel Walden

Long before Mother’s Day was celebrated with brunches and flower bouquets, Unitarian Julia Ward Howe wrote her Mother’s Day Proclamation.

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Moment of Reflection – Blessing: Do Not Fear Agitation / No temas a la agitaciΓ³n

By: Tania MΓ‘rquez β€”
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Tania MΓ‘rquez

You carry within the center of your understanding the compass to show you the way.

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Trans people are a divine and a beloved part of human family. As Unitarian Universalists, we deeply believe that diversity of sexuality and gender is a gift. We unequivocally uplift and support all the trans and non-binary people in our lives, our congregations, and communities.

There are many ways that each of us can take action to end transphobia.

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There is beauty in both the challenges and opportunities that β€œmothering” brings. Mothering is not and never will be quantified by one single descriptor.

On this Mother’s Day, please spoil and celebrate ALL people who mother, nurture, and care for others. We send love to all who celebrate today.



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There are people actively fighting against queer and trans parents because they do not want them to live affirming lives and raise happy humans.

We are lifting up artwork by Art by Ebin Lee to celebrate Black mamahood and reproductive justice with #MamasDay2023 by Forward Together.



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Next month, voting opens for the election of the UUA President. Delegates will also cast votes at General Assembly (GA) on the proposal for a revised Article II, which reflects feedback from thousands of Unitarian Universalists. Is your congregation ready to take part? If you are a delegate representing a congregation, are you prepared to vote reflective of your congregation's wishes?

We are here to offer you with information and essential resources to help you in preparing for the presidential election, to participate in discussions about revising Article II of our UUA bylaws, and other business up for a vote. All are invited and encouraged to take part in this historic time in Unitarian Universalism.

Check out our resources:

https://bit.ly/3zuWrdr

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We share this moment of reflection from UU World with you.

Do not fear agitation, for agitation is the rhythm of life itself; to be put into motion, to be stirred.

Do not fear the movements that decenter what you always thought permanent.

Read the full text of this blessing by Tania MΓ‘rquez: https://bit.ly/3Mg0xfH



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We respond to the call of love because it is our common theological core. It is what can and does motivate us and it illuminates our deepest commitments to each other.



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The UUA Board is hosting three Article II Amendment Idea Workshops. Each workshop now has a theme! This Thursday's workshop will focus on inspirations and ideas related to the six sources.

Tune into the other workshops to experience:
5/18 - Values & Covenant
5/21 - Purpose, Inclusion, Freedom of Belief, etc.

Be part of #A2TheConversation. Registration links may be found here: https://bit.ly/42oGvFw



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UUA General Assembly 2023 Agenda on Whova

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The General Assembly 2023 schedule is available! There are many programs and workshops available on-demand for viewing at your convenience before or during GA and you can watch them on the go when you download the Whova app.

A special thanks to the UUA staff and volunteers who make GA more accessible through tech and a flexible multiplatform approach. https://bit.ly/3V22H5e


June 21 – 25, 2023

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Dallas Congregation Supports People Seeking Abortions

By: Heather Beasley Doyle β€”

Heather Beasley Doyle

Unitarian Universalists offer pastoral care to travelers to New Mexico.

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Fingernails as Faith Development

By: Joanna Fontaine Crawford β€”
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Joanna Fontaine Crawford

We are the hands and feet of love. And sometimes its fingernails, too.

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Fingernails as Faith Development

By: Joanna Fontaine Crawford β€”
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Joanna Fontaine Crawford

We are the hands and feet of love. And sometimes its fingernails, too.

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Congregations Practicing Interconnectionβ€―Β 

By: Kat McKim β€”
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Kat McKim

Deep collaborations between congregations offer mutual support, foster creativity.β€―

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We love you just the way you are! πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

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Groundbreaking in its depictions of joy and community, Authentic Selves celebrates trans and nonbinary people and their families in stunning photographs and their own words. Developed in collaboration with PFLAG & Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund.

Get your copy from our bookstore. https://bit.ly/3Zknbqh



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Antiracism Resource Spotlight: Jubilee III and Jubilee Kids

By: Sunshine Jeremiah Wolfe β€”
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Sunshine Jeremiah Wolfe

Unitarian Universalist congregations and communities across North America have long engaged in opportunities to learn about and build anti-racist communities. Many in the Central East Region have participated in a long list of programs.

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Antiracism Resource Spotlight: Jubilee III and Jubilee Kids

By: Sunshine Jeremiah Wolfe β€”
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Sunshine Jeremiah Wolfe

Unitarian Universalist congregations and communities across North America have long engaged in opportunities to learn about and build anti-racist communities. Many in the Central East Region have participated in a long list of programs.

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Trans, Nonbinary+ Lives and Democracy are at Risk: UUs Unequivocally Defend Justice

By: Unitarian Universalist Association β€”
As Unitarian Universalists, we are clear and unequivocal: LGBTQIA+ people are sacred, whole, and divine. We unapologetically welcome LGBTQIA+ people, children and families to our communities.



The recent attacks on transgender people, activists, and their allies in Texas, Montana and across the United States serve as continued evidence of the dangerous escalation by some in political power and their supporters to target transgender and nonbinary+ children and adults. Unitarian Universalists will continue to support and work with the LGBTQIA+ community β€” and siblings within our congregations and the wider world β€” to ensure their fundamental rights are protected.



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This is about saving people’s lives, liberty, defending people’s bodily autonomy, and the essential right to express identity and live in safety.

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Join the conversation with historians and organizers to understand the social and political context of the Clergy Consultation Service of the 1960s - particularly examining the prominent role of UUs in the 1960s - while learning about similar work that is currently happening in the wake of Dobbs. The online event happens this Tuesday, May 9 at 8pm ET / 4pm PT.

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Trans, Nonbinary+ Lives and Democracy are at Risk: UUs Unequivocally Defend Justice

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In responding to recent attacks on trans and nonbinary+ people, the UUA calls out the dangerous anti-democratic practices being used to silence dissent. We pledge our continued commitment to protect peoples' right to feel safe expressing their identity and to defend democratic institutions.

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Trans, Nonbinary+ Lives and Democracy are at Risk: UUs Unequivocally Defend Justice

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In responding to recent attacks on trans and nonbinary+ people, the UUA calls out the dangerous anti-democratic practices being used to silence dissent. We pledge our continued commitment to protect peoples' right to feel safe expressing their identity and to defend democratic institutions.

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Citizens Use Direct Democracy to Secure Reproductive Rights

By: Jeff Milchen β€”

Jeff Milchen

As voters successfully fight repressive laws, more GOP legislatures attempt to stifle citizen initiatives.

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Religious Educators Lead a Return to Community

By: Unitarian Universalist Association β€”
UU religious educators are searching for the kind of community events and outreach that will stitch unraveled connections back together and offer families the spiritual support they need to navigate post-shutdown life.

Dayna Edwards, minister of faith formation at Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Bethesda, MD has found it effective to lean into community events that were canceled or pared down in recent years, like Cedar Lane’s annual holiday craft day.

Correna Ness, director of religious exploration at the Unitarian Church of Harrisburg, PA worked together with congregants to restructure popular events like an annual auction to make them more multigenerational and financially accessible to all.

We are so grateful for all that lay and credentialed religious educators do to guide and serve our Unitarian Universalist communities.

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In a world altered by the pandemic, religious educators are finding ways to stitch unraveled communities back together.

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During the month of May, the UUA Board of Trustees will host three amendment discussion workshops. These rounds of public discussion will inform the way amendments are prioritized for discussion and voting at GA 2023.

The workshops are open to all Unitarian Universalists. Whether or not you submit a suggestion or idea, we encourage you to join us for one or more of these workshops.

Register now for the May 11th workshop: https://bit.ly/422koo4



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Expanding the Mosaic of Belonging in UU CommunitiesΒ 

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Anna Bethea

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Janice Marie Johnson

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Carey McDonald

New online hub will offer resources, support for dismantling oppression.

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Lena K Gardner on the BLUU Northside Housing Cooperative Initiative

By: S. D. Hodell, Elaine McArdle β€”
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S. D. Hodell

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Elaine McArdle

Q&A with BLUU Executive Director Lena K Gardner about an exciting new project underway in Minneapolis.

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The Uncovering

By: Jennifer Hundley-Batts β€”
A person's hands scoop green material into a full compost bin, filled with flowers, eggshells, and colorful vegetable matter.

Jennifer Hundley-Batts

The miracle of grace is available to us even when it has been left untended.

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The Uncovering

By: Jennifer Hundley-Batts β€”
A person's hands scoop green material into a full compost bin, filled with flowers, eggshells, and colorful vegetable matter.

Jennifer Hundley-Batts

The miracle of grace is available to us even when it has been left untended.

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