Dear Friends, What times we continue to live through. We are in the churn of change. Systems and practices we’ve relied on are breaking down and what is needed is still being imagined, not yet here. When we are worn down and worn out, sometimes we still push ourselves knowing the urgency and importance of the challenges ahead. But … Continue reading Giving Thanks & Taking Care

Dear Friends, Unitarian Universalists across our Association are grappling with a charge from the Commission on Institutional Change to dismantle white supremacy in ourselves, our communities and our wider world. The Commission’s 2020 report, Widening the Circle of Concern, affirms that multicultural congregations are on the rise and that progressive-minded people expect basic practices of … Continue reading UUA News – November 2022

Dear Friends, In this midterm election year, state and local races will have a critical impact on our communities. Georgia’s elections are among the most impactful and closely watched of 2022, with races for governor, secretary of state, and U.S. Senate all drawing national attention. Sadly, it’s also the first election to occur under the … Continue reading UUA News – October 2022

Dear friends, This time of year begins another season of Ingathering, when Unitarian Universalists come together to renew our commitments to each other and to our communities, and begin another year of vital ministry. Please watch and share this video message from me welcoming people back in this new congregational year. We are living in … Continue reading UUA News – September 2022

We are entering a momentous time for Unitarian Universalism. In a few months, we will gather for General Assembly (GA) either in person in Portland, OR, or online wherever you are. This will be an exciting and inclusive multiplatform experience with unprecedented opportunities to engage with UUs from across the country and around the world. … Continue reading UUA News – April 2022

    As the situation in Ukraine continues to unfold, there has been an outpouring of prayers and concern from Unitarian Universalists. We hope that you will continue to hold the people of Ukraine in your hearts, and everyone around the world who are suffering because of war and injustice. In the links below, we have … Continue reading UUA News – March 2022

Unitarian Universalists pay attention to justice issues and we are known for speaking out. The ideal of “Beloved Community” motivates many of us, and we sometimes use this phrase as shorthand for our most cherished shared beliefs. Well, what are our beliefs? Why do they turn Unitarian Universalism toward justice? How do they call us … Continue reading UUA News – February 2022

As the first month of 2022 draws to a close, I am sending you love and so much care. I have never experienced anything like this extended period of uncertainty, isolation, discouragement, loss and heartbreak. I hear from so many corners how exhausted our religious professionals and leaders are. The constant planning and changing plans. … Continue reading UUA News – January 2022

UUA Newsletter – January 2022 from Rachel Walden Unitarian Universalist Association Dear Friends, As the new year unfolds, the UUA continues to develop inspiring programs and resources for Unitarian Universalists, UU congregations, and communities. Informed as always by the opportunities and upheavals in our wider world, UUA staff have crafted some new programs and events … Continue reading UUA News – January 2022

As the year draws to a close, we’re reflecting on the ways that Unitarian Universalists were able to thrive in spite of so much turmoil and uncertainty. Whether we liked it or not, we had many opportunities to practice a new normal for Unitarian Universalism, and we continued to provide life-saving ministry regardless of changing … Continue reading UUA News – December 2021