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UUA Pushes Back on Congressional Critique of Climate 100+ and β€˜Woke’ Investing

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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In a letter, the Unitarian Universalist Association affirmed that it is β€œfreely exercising its faith and beliefs and well within its protected free speech rights” by investing with climate justice goals.

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HOPE for Us Coaches UU Congregations on Resolving Conflict

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The program, named after one of its founders, brings an anti-oppressive lens to understanding how larger social systems may affect a conflict.

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The Miyawaki Movement: Tiny Forests Sow Possibility and Cultivate Resilient Communities

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Tiny forests have sprouted as a way to fight climate change and biodiversity loss. Learn how one group helped bring them to the Northeast United States.

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More than 375 UU Congregations Join First-Ever Climate Justice Revival

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The Revival, entitled β€œReimagine Together: From an Extractive Age to a New Era,” invites UUs to recommit to climate justice and collective liberation.

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Updated UUA Retirement Plan Expands Access, Simplifies Administration

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The changes go into effect in 2025. To participate, employers must act before January 1, 2025.

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International Office at the UUA Now Goes By Global Connections and Emerging Communities

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The new name is β€˜beyond borders’ and emphasizes β€˜relationships and communities,’ says Acting Director Rev. Morgan McLean.

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Make a Difference by Becoming a UUA Moderator. Here’s How to Apply.

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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A volunteer position, the moderator chairs the UUA Board of Trustees, is the presiding officer at the annual General Assembly, and works closely with the board, executive staff, and committees of the Association.

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Love at the Center: New UU Statement of Values Passes after Momentous General Assembly Delegate Vote

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The years-long democratic process culminated with debate and the GA vote. A two-thirds majority was required for approval.

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At All-Virtual GA, Unitarian Universalists Center Love and Pledge Bold Social and Climate Justice Action

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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More than 3,400 Unitarian Universalists came together to explore the faith’s underpinnings, take consequential votes, and be in community with one another.

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Love at the Center: New UU Statement of Values Passes after Momentous General Assembly Delegate Vote

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The years-long democratic process culminated with debate and the GA vote. A two-thirds majority was required for approval.

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Haitian Migrants Who Found Safety at UUA Headquarters in Boston Share Their Stories

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Last January, the UUA offered empty commercial space at its headquarters to the state as a free temporary overnight shelter. Roderick, Angela, and their young child are among those granted haven there.

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β€˜Revealing the Sacred’: Liturgical Dance Deepens Spiritual Engagement at NYC Congregation

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Monthly visits from the Omega Dance Company have reinvigorated services and enriched congregants’ experiences.

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Climate Change Threats are Worsening. UUs Are Taking Urgent Action to Protect What We Love.

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The Climate Justice Coalition, created in 2022, exists to ensure that UU groups collaborate and increase their collective impact.Β Here’s how to join the effort.

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Does your Congregation Want to Promote Democracy? Consider Hosting a Festival.

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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First Parish Unitarian Universalist in Concord, Massachusetts, is hosting its second-ever Democracy Festival in June. Learn more about the effort.

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How to Help Unhoused Families at the UUA Emergency Overnight Shelter

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The temporary space, which opened in early March, is expected to accommodate eighty people nightly when at full capacity.

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β€˜Act of Faithful Witness’: Why the UUA Offered Temporary Shelter to Migrant Families at its South Boston Headquarters

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
24 Farnsworth Street in Boston is the site of the headquarters of the Unitarian Universalist Association.

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Amid a shortage of available shelters across Massachusetts, the sixth floor of the UUA's building at 24 Farnsworth Street in the Seaport District is serving as a short-term, overnight haven for newcomers in need of aid.

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As Unitarian Universalists Reassess Core Beliefs, Article II Study Commission Reflects on Progress Made

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The Board is now receiving amendments, which must be in by February 1. Learn more about the process.

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The Sound of Faith: 'Everything Possible' Goes from Folk Song to Gender-Inclusive Children's Book

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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This new version of the beloved song replaces binary language. Learn how the author did it.

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The Sound of Faith: 'Everything Possible' Goes from Folk Song to Gender-Inclusive Children's Book

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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This new version of the beloved song replaces binary language. Learn how the author did it.

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Pushing Back on Injustice

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Unitarian Universalists across the country are mobilizing to defend rights.

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Liturgy of the People

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Lay people and religious professionals reflect on the magic of co-creating worship.

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Tennessee Bookstore Dedicates Reading Room to Elandria Williams

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
UUA Co-Moderator Elandria Williams (who died September 23, 2020) addresses the 2018 General Assembly in Kansas City, Missouri.

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The room at Knoxville nonprofit The Bottom features books, materials that focus on racial, gender, other social justice issues

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The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington Through Photos

By: Elaine McArdle, Horizon S. β€”
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A collection of photos of Unitarian Universalists from around the country who joined the call for civil rights.

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GA 2023: Highlights and Recap

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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From inspiring speakers to impassioned voices, here are the highlights of this year’s multiplatform UUA General Assembly.

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Key Things to Know About General Assembly 2023

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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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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Lena K Gardner on the BLUU Northside Housing Cooperative Initiative

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

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Mental Health, Youth, and UU Support

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Strong connections with caring adults matter when young people are struggling.

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Light and Camera: The Principles in Action

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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With the Community Church of New York's All-8 Workshop, young people are exploring the Principles in ways that touch both their creativity and their identities.

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Reflections on the 1980s Article II Revisionβ€”and Why it’s Time to Revise Again

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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β€˜This is participatory theology. It is inclusive and alive. I am hopeful that we will, together, forge a new statement for these times.’ 

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UUA in the Public Square for LGBTQIA+ Rights

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Association offers a leading voice in the media and new resources.

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Leadership in Unprecedented Times

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Reflections on the transformational presidency of Susan Frederick-Gray.

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Two Approaches to Fighting Climate Change

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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UUs support Build Back Fossil Free, Citizens' Climate Lobby

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β€œIf Our Voices Are United, We Can Make a Difference”

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Congresswoman Judy Chu on climate change, being a UU, and more

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β€œIf Our Voices Are United, We Can Make a Difference”

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Congresswoman Judy Chu on climate change, being a UU, and more

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Unitarian Universalists Embrace Eco-Friendly Funeral Options

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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As the climate crisis grows more serious, the moral and even spiritual value of a green burial appeals to many people.

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Sinkford Receives UUA’s Highest Honor

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Former UUA President William G. Sinkford recognized for decades of distinguished service to the faith.

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Sinkford Receives UUA’s Highest Honor

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Former UUA President William G. Sinkford recognized for decades of distinguished service to the faith.

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Multiplatform General Assembly Breaks New Ground

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The UUA's 2022 gathering will offer onsite and online attendees a more equitable experience than ever.

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GA 2022: Not Business as Usual

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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The UUA wants the multiplatform General Assembly to be an equitable experience for all, including the voting process. The board approved the final agenda on May 25.

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Change From the Inside Out

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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Unitarian Universalist programs seek not only social justice in the wider society, but cultural transformation within.

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Q&A: Public Theologian JΓ© Exodus Hooper

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
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On our theology’s leading edgeΒ (+video)

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UUA Board of Trustees Works to Implement Commission on Institutional Change Recommendations

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Bylaws as a whole, Article II, and governance top the list of priorities.

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UUA President Application Process is open

By: Elaine McArdle β€”
The Presidential Search Commitee process

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Association’s next chief executive and spiritual leader to be elected at General Assembly 2023

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