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How to Help Unhoused Families at the UUA Emergency Overnight Shelter

By: Elaine McArdle
Rows of green cots in an open office space with white walls and gray carpet. The cots have bundles on them.

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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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North Carolina UUs Celebrate Successful Push for Life-Saving Medicaid Expansion

By: Jeff Milchen
A group of people holding protest signs in favor of expanding Medicaid in North Carolina.

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To help sway lawmakers, the Unitarian Universalist Justice Ministry of North Carolina leaned into its partnerships, developing a blueprint others can follow.

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

By: Elaine McArdle
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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UUA Condemns Violence Against Gaza: Read the Statement

By: Staff Writer
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A new statement from the Unitarian Universalist Association condemns the Israeli military’s ongoing violence against Gaza and the U.S. government’s complicity in the crisis in Gaza.

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30 Days of Love: Empower Democracy and Promote Electoral Justice with UU the Vote

By: Staff Writer
A hand places a paper ballot into a voting box.

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For the fourth and final full week of the Side With Love campaign, the theme is Resilience, and the focus is on Democracy and Electoral Justice.

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30 Days of Love: Inspiring UUs in the Fight for Bodily Autonomy

By: Staff Writer
The words "You are beautiful" in the center of a rainbow heart with the lovely colors of the Transgender Pride Flag wrapping it all together.

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In the third week of Side With Love’s campaign, we contemplate our individual rights and our responsibilities toward others.

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30 Days of Love: How Can Unitarian Universalists Champion Climate Justice?

By: Staff Writer
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The second week of Side With Love’s month of spiritual renourishment invites UUs to find their paths for social transformation.

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Uniting for Choice: How UUs and Interfaith Partners Helped Secure Reproductive Rights in Ohio

By: Jeff Milchen
A black-and-white photo of a person holding up a sign that says "My body my choice" at a reproductive rights demonstration.

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To overrule anti-abortion legislatures and courts, reproductive rights advocates are turning to citizen-led ballot measures in states where that power exists.

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Ignite Your Heart: A Quick Guide to Side With Love’s 30 Days of Love

By: Staff Writer
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What to know about the annual celebration that offers spiritual nourishment, political grounding, and more.

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Blessing: In the New Year, May Unitarian Universalists Carry Each Other

By: Beth Monhollen
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Let's forgo the pressure of resolutions and spend time in healing community instead.

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Who Embodies Unitarian Universalism in Your Life? Nominate Them for a 2024 Award

By: Staff Writer
A smiling person in a blue dress, white shawl and a matching blue fascinator hat receives a modern glass award for distinguished service to Unitarian Universalism as people clap.

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The award honors distinguished service to Unitarian Universalism. Learn how to nominate someone, and review a list of past recipients.

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

By: Elaine McArdle
A group of people in matching black shirts stand on stage. In front of them is a smiling person at a lectern, also facing the audience.

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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
Illustration of young girl reading a book on a bed

Elaine McArdle

This new version of the beloved song replaces binary language. Learn how the author did it.

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Dark of Winter

By: Shelley Jackson Denham
Snowy night scene

Shelley Jackson Denham

Gentle darkness, soft and still, bring your quiet to me.

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A Guide to Supreme Court Cases Concerning Unitarian Universalist Justice Priorities

By: Jeff Milchen
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We’re closely watching these cases that affect voting rights, abortion access, and public safety.

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Sabbath Practices for Wintertime

By: Joanna Lubkin
Painting of a warm cup of coffee near a window with scenery. Blue highlights.

Joanna Lubkin

What would it look like to not just accept and survive our times of rest, but to delight in them?

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We Should Advocate for Crucial Voting Rights Bills

By: Jeff Milchen
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Many states are exploiting the opportunity created by the U.S. Supreme Court having gutted the Voting Rights Act. UUs believe democracy must be both accessible and equitable.

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

By: Elaine McArdle
Illustration of young girl reading a book on a bed

Elaine McArdle

This new version of the beloved song replaces binary language. Learn how the author did it.

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From the President: Risking Our Stories

By: Sofía Betancourt
UUA President Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt

Sofía Betancourt

What are the stories that shift and shape your understanding of yourself, and have you had the opportunity to share them with someone else?

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Join UU the Vote

By: Cal Ball
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Cal Ball

I was motivated to action by anger, but what I found was love.

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Moment of Joy: Celebration

By: Nancy Pierce
Service of the Living Tradition

Nancy Pierce

Remembering an uplifting moment of community.

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Nancy Pierce: A Career in Focus

By: Staff Writer
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A video interview with longtime UUA General Assembly photographer Nancy Pierce

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Fall/Winter 2023 Reflection Questions

By: Staff Writer
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Staff Writer

The Fall/Winter 2023 issue of UU World explores stories of spiritual journeys and practices, pathways for connecting with others, and actions for creating justice in the greater world. We invite you to use the following questions for reflection, or to spark a guided conversation in your own congregation or small group.

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'I Loved Her Even More'

By: Angélica Canlas Castro
Mother and daughter Angélica Canlas Castro and Angelle Eve Castro embrace

Angélica Canlas Castro

I am so proud of my trans daughter, and I am ecstatic for the world to see and experience what the embodiment of revolutionary love looks like.

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‘The World is a Better Place When Trans Lives are Uplifted’

By: Angelle Eve Castro
Angelle Eve Castro posing near a tree

Angelle Eve Castro

Every day I wake up, and I’m more myself than ever before.

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'My Love for Her Would Not Change'

By: Sammy Castro-McCauley, Isa Castro-McCauley
Angelle Eve Castro with her brothers Sammy (left) and Isa sitting on a bed

Sammy Castro-McCauley

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Isa Castro-McCauley

Brothers reflect on their love and support for their trans sister.

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Finding Faith

Aerial shot of road lined by trees

Sarita Gonzales

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Candice Bautista-Biddle

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Martha Bautista-Biddle

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Chris Long

Four Unitarian Universalists reflect on what brought them to the faith—and what keeps them coming back.

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UUs at the Front Lines of Atlanta’s ‘Cop City’ Resistance

By: Jeff Milchen
A stack of boxes with petitions against a proposed 'Cop City' sit in an office

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Massive complex would train area police, firefighters, and emergency responders

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Q&A: Rev. Dr. Sheri Prud’homme On the Appeal of Our Faith

By: Alexandra Varney McDonald
Headshot of Rev. Dr. Sheri Prud’homme

Alexandra Varney McDonald

As religious traditions across the country report dwindling memberships, Unitarian Universalism continues to attract new congregants.

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I Am Not a Criminal; My Child Is Not a Crime

By: Sara LaWall
Rev. Sara LaWall and her daughter June pose in their congregation's Pride tent

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Unitarian Universalists must push back against anti-trans legislation.

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Congregations Assist Asylum-Seekers through UU Service Committee Program

By: Jessica Sapalio
Members of the Boise UU Fellowship’s Refugee and Immigrant Ministry Team welcome Romel (in ball cap) at the airport upon his arrival from a Louisiana detention facility.

Jessica Sapalio

Housing, medical care, legal needs, and more offered through Congregational Accompaniment Project for Asylum-Seekers.

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Nurturing Beauty

By: Otto O’Connor
a ladybug nestled in a plant

Otto O’Connor

It’s the terrible things that put the beauty in sharp relief.

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Pushing Back on Injustice

By: Elaine McArdle
colorful illustration of an unbalanced scale

Elaine McArdle

Unitarian Universalists across the country are mobilizing to defend rights.

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Worship: Co-creating the Sacred Container

By: Jacqueline Brett
Tw people wearing stoles and holding large folders sing with a choir on stage.

Jacqueline Brett

What does it mean to shift the focus from the needs of the dominant culture and to consider the needs of all who are in the room?

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Letters Can Help Shift Hearts and Minds in Your Community and State

By: Jeff Milchen
hands writing a letter with a pen

Jeff Milchen

The UUA's Side With Love team offers a variety of tools to help with public communication in the name of justice.

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Social Justice on Social Media

By: Staff Writer
photo of hands holding a smartphone

Staff Writer

Unitarian Universalists are using social media to help amplify their voices on justice issues.

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From the Editors: Faithful Voices and Stories

By: Lisa Gregory, Kristen Cox Roby
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Lisa Gregory

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Kristen Cox Roby

The Fall/Winter 2023 issue of UU World offers stories from our UU community.

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Three Wisconsin Congregations Collaborate for Shared Worship

By: Kat McKim
Rev. Jim Coakley preaching

Kat McKim

Small fellowships band together in just one example of the many ways the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted UU congregations to innovate and combine resources.

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Liturgy of the People

By: Elaine McArdle
Illustration of different people along with colorful icons

Elaine McArdle

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
UUA Co-Moderator Elandria Williams (who died September 23, 2020) addresses the 2018 General Assembly in Kansas City, Missouri.

Elaine McArdle

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

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Reflecting Upon the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington

By: Staff Writer
Marchers from Providence, Rhode Island, and Kalamazoo, Michigan, gather on the steps of All Souls, D.C.

Staff Writer

Editor’s Note: On August 28, 1963, an estimated 1,500 Unitarian Universalists joined the 250,000 Americans who gathered in Washington, D.C., for the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. The Unitarian Universalist Association recognizes this seminal history with the following message, and UU World magazine shares its commitment.

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The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington Through Photos

By: Elaine McArdle, Horizon S.
A group of marchers, including UUA President Dana McLean Greeley, make their way along the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool.

Elaine McArdle

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Horizon S.

A collection of photos of Unitarian Universalists from around the country who joined the call for civil rights.

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Upon the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington

By: Robert Nelson West
Rev. Robert West (far left) and Rev. O. Eugene Pickett (second from right) representing the Deep South at the March on Washington in 1963 with Rev. Robert Palmer (middle).

Robert Nelson West

The 1963 sermon Rev. Robert Nelson West presented to his congregation on an event “of profound significance in the history of our nation and in our own lives.”

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Ten Years of Black Lives Matter: Looking Back and Moving Forward

By: Horizon S.
Artists at The Sanctuaries cut out stencils to spray paint posters for the Black Lives Matter movement.

Horizon S.

A selection of UU World Black Lives Matter stories from the past ten years.

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Defeating Fascism

By: Jeff Milchen
Rev. Cecilia Kingman delivers the Berry Street Essay at Ministry Days

Jeff Milchen

The 2023 Berry Street Essay urges UUs to recognize and confront an imminent threat.

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GA 2023: Highlights and Recap

By: Elaine McArdle
Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt surrounded by family and colleagues during a laying on of hands

Elaine McArdle

From inspiring speakers to impassioned voices, here are the highlights of this year’s multiplatform UUA General Assembly.

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Q&A: New UUA President Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt

By: Charles Coe
Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt in red and yellow stole

Charles Coe

On July 10, Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt became the tenth president of the Unitarian Universalist Association. She took time to talk a bit about her background and share with UU World some thoughts about the opportunities and challenges facing the UU community.

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Frederick Douglass: What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?

By: Staff Writer
A lithograph of a Black man in a suit. The lithograph is framed by a golden-brown booklet.

Staff Writer

In this excerpted version of his now-classic 1852 oration, Frederick Douglass casts Fourth of July celebrations as an offense to the enslaved population of the United States, and all who yearn for true freedom.

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Let’s End a Decade-Long Legal Travesty

By: Jeff Milchen
a crowd in masks stand in a city holding Count Every Vote signs

Jeff Milchen

Unitarian Universalists must work to defend voting rights for all.

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Racist or Antiracist

By: Ibram X Kendi
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 racism—its heartbeat—has always been denial.

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

By: Staff Writer
A white woman leaning against a table with a chalice visible. The woman is smiling.

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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Hypothetical Argument, Real-life Harm

By: Jeff Milchen
U.S. Supreme Court building - a neoclassical building with front facade, with pillars and steps

Jeff Milchen

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

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Key Things to Know About General Assembly 2023

By: Elaine McArdle
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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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U.S. Supreme Court Cases that Impact UU Principles

By: Jeff Milchen
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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 Forward 

By: Susan Frederick-Gray
A white woman against a black background wearing glasses, smiling.

Susan Frederick-Gray

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

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UUA Presidents, 1961–2023

By: Staff Writer
painting of Rev. Dr. Dana McLean Greeley

Staff Writer

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

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The Radical Roots of Mother's Day

By: Rachel Walden
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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 agitación

By: Tania Márquez
close-up shot of a woodland puddle with tadpoles

Tania Márquez

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

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Dallas Congregation Supports People Seeking Abortions

By: Heather Beasley Doyle

Heather Beasley Doyle

Unitarian Universalists offer pastoral care to travelers to New Mexico.

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Congregations Practicing Interconnection  

By: Kat McKim
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Kat McKim

Deep collaborations between congregations offer mutual support, foster creativity. 

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Citizens Use Direct Democracy to Secure Reproductive Rights

By: Jeff Milchen

Jeff Milchen

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

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Expanding the Mosaic of Belonging in UU Communities 

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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
rendering of planned BLUU Housing Initiative home

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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Shedding Old Skins

By: Karen Hering
An animated disintegrating human face made up of many different colored squares.

Karen Hering

On the threshold of change, we need to learn to let go.

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Moment of Reflection – Beloved Community

By: Staff Writer
A man on a subway train masked and playing a guitar while onlookers watch.

Staff Writer

"It was like we were all transported to a common place that was peaceful, happy, and alive. To me, that’s creating Beloved Community."

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What Is Green Sanctuary 2030?

By: Kat McKim
The Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall at the Coralville, Iowa UUS

Kat McKim

The current iteration of the ongoing congregational program includes an emphasis on justice.

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Youth Battle Government Inaction in New Documentary

By: Sonja L. Cohen
Levi (14) looks to the viewer during climate protest.

Sonja L. Cohen

The film explores the lives and legal case of a group suing the federal government over climate change.

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On Predicting the Future 

By: William G Sinkford
photograph of lit chalice

William G Sinkford

Our faith’s hope is to be found in living as if our deepest yearnings could be fulfilled.

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Religious Educators Lead a Return to Community

By: Sarah Cannon
An illustration of a four mixed race people among geometric shapes.

Sarah Cannon

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

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Mental Health, Youth, and UU Support

By: Elaine McArdle
A white person with pink painted fingernails holds a red paper heart. The person's head is not visible (cropped).

Elaine McArdle

Strong connections with caring adults matter when young people are struggling.

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Q&A: Aisha Hauser and Kirsten Hunter on UU Religious Education and the Future of Faith Formation

By: Charles Coe

Charles Coe

UU World asked two deeply-involved religious educators to share their perspectives on on the future of the curriculum.

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Adopting an Eighth Principle 

By: Arthur Hirsch
illustration of people holding hands in concentric circles

Arthur Hirsch

How one congregation is learning to live into its antiracist commitments.

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In 2022 Elections, UU the Vote Built on Prior Success 

By: Jeff Milchen
JaZahn Hicks watches Barbara Stahnke input data on a laptop

Jeff Milchen

The campaign helped reach more than two million potential voters before midterms.

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Light and Camera: The Principles in Action

By: Elaine McArdle
The silhouette of two young children in front of a purple-hued window.

Elaine McArdle

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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UUA Presidential Election 2023

By: Staff Writer
Flaming chalice at 2019 General Assembly

Staff Writer

General Assembly delegates will elect a new faith leader this June.

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UUA General Assembly Will Explore “Faithfully Becoming” 

By: Sonja L. Cohen
yellow letters GA with gray silhouette of people holding hands in front of it

Sonja L. Cohen

Delegates at GA 2023 will help shape the future of the faith.

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Reflections on the 1980s Article II Revision—and Why it’s Time to Revise Again

By: Elaine McArdle
A newspaper with the title Unitarian Universalist World.

Elaine McArdle

‘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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Supporting Healthy Sexuality with Justice and Inclusivity  

By: Rowan Lynam
illustration of figures with sex-ed imagery

Rowan Lynam

Revisions to Our Whole Lives prioritize ensuring that everyone locates themselves in the materials. 

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UUs Defend Transgender Americans from State Attacks

By: Jeff Milchen
A multiethnic, multi-gender group of people in yellow shirts/tops in a foyer of a state building. The floor reads "Republic of Texas".

Jeff Milchen

All of our voices are needed to stop a wave of hateful bills.

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UUA in the Public Square for LGBTQIA+ Rights

By: Elaine McArdle
A hand holds a megaphone emitting rainbow-"colored" sound waves

Elaine McArdle

Association offers a leading voice in the media and new resources.

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Talking with Children about Climate Issues

By: Susan Dana Lawrence
Drawn symbols of the earth, a smiley face, a heart, and the earth in the shape of a heart.

Susan Dana Lawrence

Parenting practices to strengthen our children for better Earth stewardship.

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Unitarian Universalists Respond to Climate Displacement

By: Staff Writer
photo of youth getting to the September 2019 climate strike in New York City via public transit

Staff Writer

Six UU organizations release joint statement committing to respond to climate-forced displacement.

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UUs Help Protect Hidden Black History in New Jersey

By: Jeff Milchen
An African American woman in an all-black outfit holds a set of house keys. She is standing in front of a multiracial group of people in the front yard of a house.

Jeff Milchen

A Montclair coalition rallied the community to save the town’s first Black-owned home.

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A Glimpse at Earth-Loving Faith Initiatives

By: Arthur Hirsch
Logo for Green the Church

Arthur Hirsch

Faith groups in the United States respond to climate change.

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"the wonders I would see if only i could breathe the air"

By: Bill Reed, Staff Writer
Abstract acrylic painting representing air pollution and the loss experienced as a result.

Bill Reed

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Staff Writer

Unitarian Universalist’s painting is part of a series on climate change and air quality issues.

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The Green Heart of an Iowa Congregation

By: Kat McKim
The Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall at the Coralville, Iowa UUS

Kat McKim

Coralville’s painstakingly designed building embodies its wider commitment to sustainability.

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Belonging to the Earth

By: Erica Shadowsong
Two faces in a collage of trees

Erica Shadowsong

A more spiritual worldview may help us heal the planet.

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From Prosecution to the Ministry: Rev. Viola Abbitt in Conversation

By: Jeff Milchen
An African American woman wearing glasses and smiling against a blue background.

Jeff Milchen

Rev. Viola Abbitt's unconventional path from DA's office to the ministry is a story of UU faith and principle.

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Susan Frederick-Gray: Selected Sermons and Writings

By: Staff Writer
A white woman against a white background wearing glasses, smiling.

Staff Writer

A curated sample of pastoral and prophetic writings of a prolific president.

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Leadership in Unprecedented Times

By: Elaine McArdle
A white woman leaning against a table with a chalice visible. The woman is smiling.

Elaine McArdle

Reflections on the transformational presidency of Susan Frederick-Gray.

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Why Unitarian Universalists are Reexamining Article II

By: Alexandra Varney McDonald
General Assembly 2022 attendees discuss the Article II Study Commission’s work during a general session.

Alexandra Varney McDonald

UUA Executive Vice President Carey McDonald answers questions about proposed changes to the Principles, Purposes, and Sources.

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Video: UU the Vote 2022 in Review

By: Staff Writer
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Staff Writer

UU the Vote was back in 2022 to help organize, educate, and empower voters across the country.

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Pump the Brakes: USPS Reverses Course on Fleet of Gas Trucks

By: Jeff Milchen
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Jeff Milchen

Ten months ago, we critiqued the ill-advised and damaging plan by U.S. Postmaster Louis DeJoy to purchase tens of thousands of gas-guzzling delivery trucks. We’re excited to report the USPS changed course.

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Achieving Reproductive Justice Requires Both Urgency and Patience

By: Jeff Milchen
a group with signs protests the SCOTUS ruling about abortion

Jeff Milchen

Responding to the effects of the June ruling that voided key elements of Roe v Wade requires us to build a lasting movement focused on cultural transformation and justice.

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Moment of Reflection: Generational Wealth

By: Atena O. Danner
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Atena O. Danner

A poem by Atena O. Danner.

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You Are the Holiday Miracle

By: Gwen Matthews
Everland garland with lights

Gwen Matthews

As December opens up before us, we welcome in the gift of reflection.

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Tuning Into Our Blessings

By: Susan Frederick-Gray
A white woman with a red top in front of a lit chalice

Susan Frederick-Gray

Dr. Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray, President of the Unitarian Universalist Association, shares a blessing for the holiday season in the final year of her administration.

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Spiritual Resilience and the Climate Emergency

By: Michael S. Hogue
Protest sign reads "Eco not Ego," and depicts man living in harmony with nature, versus man ruling over nature from the top of a pyramid.

Michael S. Hogue

In place of resignation in the face of climate change, the path of spiritual resilience opens us to a fuller life.

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Serious Challenge to Fair Elections Lands at Supreme Court

By: Jeff Milchen
Political rally composed of people of different ethnicities

Jeff Milchen

In Moore v. Harper, the U.S. Supreme Court will make crucial choices regarding limits to partisan manipulation of our elections.

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