Through thoughtful reflections and personal stories, UU leaders share how we might strengthen our spirit through our connections with one another and with the Holy. Not for Ourselves Alone: Theological Essays on Relationship edited by Laurel Hallman and Burton D. Carley, invites us to move beyond the age-old theological question “Who am I?” and instead asks, “Whose … [Read more…]
FAITHIFY, a crowdfunding site for UU ministries, is poised to launch at GA in Providence. This exciting new platform will connect ministry projects with supporters and allow creative ideas to get off the ground. Learn more about FAITHIFY by visiting their Facebook page.
On Thursday, June 26 at 2:15 p.m. ET, catch Aviva Chomsky’s GA event, “Immigrants, Families, and Illegality” in the Providence Ballroom of the Omni Hotel. Chomsky, an immigration activist and the author of Undocumented: How Immigration Became Illegal, will discuss how our immigration policies have divided and destroyed families, and the need for social action … [Read more…]
The public witness at this year’s General Assembly (GA) will be an event like no other. Help us celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Standing on the Side of Love campaign by witnessing for the power of love as a force for justice. Join us June 28 at WaterFire, a local, non-profit riverfront community arts … [Read more…]
Dear UU Fellowship of Athens (Ohio), You are cordially invited to join Thoreau enthusiasts for four days of entertaining and informative events and outdoor activities in Concord, Massachusetts. See Annual Gathering Agenda and Registration link herewith. Sincerely yours, The Thoreau Society Annual Gathering Team Agenda Thoreau Society Annual Gathering, Concord, Massachusetts, July 9-13. … [Read more…]
The 2014 Faith Development Office (FDO) monthly webinar series reaches out in May to religious professionals and congregational leaders looking to begin or revitalize religious education programming for adults with a one-hour webinar offered on Tuesday, May 27 at 1 p.m. ET and Wednesday, May 28 at 9 p.m. ET. Request webinar login and call-in … [Read more…]
Apply by May 15 to be a part of the 2014 Multicultural Leadership School, a three-and-a-half day training that equips and supports youth and young adults (ages 15-35) of Color to be leaders in their UU congregation, district, region, or continental committee. The group will work with experienced facilitators Friday, July 25 through Tuesday, July … [Read more…]
“Mamas Day” inspires us to step away from the traditional Mother’s Day holiday of flowers and Hallmark cards to honor all mamas with acts of justice and love. Join us on Sunday, May 11, as we celebrate all of the mamas who have nurtured, shaped, and encouraged us throughout our lives. This year, consider the communal … [Read more…]
Are you a high school youth who is passionate about social justice? Are you planning to attend GA in Providence, RI, this year? If so, join the UU College of Social Justice (UUCSJ) on Wednesday June 25 for Activate!, a one-day pre-GA event offering you the chance to discuss workers’ rights and explore systems … [Read more…]
Stay up to date with all of the important events at this year’s General Assembly (GA) in Providence, RI, by watching streaming video at home or in your congregation. Visit UUA.org to find a schedule of streamed events. Live-streaming GA video will start on Wednesday, June 25, at 7:30 p.m. ET. Are you planning to … [Read more…]