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Last year, UU World reported on First Parish in Bedford's successful effort to add solar panels to its landmark building in the town's historic district. uuworld.org/articles/religio…
“It was not blasphemy to put solar panels [on our church] but in fact is indicative that we are living institution and we are trying to live our values. This is who we are as a religious community.” Rev. John Gibbons, First Parish in Bedford MA #SacredSolar @H_Morrison44 @UUMFE
The Unitarian Universalist First Parish Church of Stow & Acton, Massachusetts, found a safe and creative (if technically complex) way to bring the choir back together: as a driveway choir! Learn how: patch.com/massachusetts/acto…
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Everyday in our fam, we pray for all who are sick & in need of healing, & all in harm’s way. Today that list grows. We pray for all those in the WH, including those not named-the housekeepers, cooks, secret service, and so many more whose job it is to care for the first family.
"No matter what issues I have with other Unitarian Universalists regarding our visions of God/Spirit, justice, race, and age—at the root of everything is community, love, and faith." —Elandria Williams, in 2014. Williams died this week, much too soon. uuworld.org/articles/we-are-…
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Religious communities are sanctuaries. They are a home for people of moral conscience to gather, to pray, and to witness against injustice. There is no justice for #BreonnaTayler and First Unitarian will continue to be a place of worship, witness and sanctuary.
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So proud of the Unitarian Universalist congregation in #Louisville for offering sanctuary to #BlackLivesMatter protestors after curfew. Thank you @FirstULou for your sacred witness for #JusticeForBreonnaTaylor. @SidewithLove @uua @UUWorld @sfrederickgray courier-journal.com/story/ne…
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The UUA affirms our solidarity with all of our Black siblings and kin, with communities across the globe who are rising up and with protesters in #KY who are responding to this latest miscarriage of justice. bit.ly/3cAgQAr #BreonnaTaylor #BlackLivesMatter
With great sorrow, Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church in Knoxville announces the death of former @UUA co-moderator Elandria Williams, age 41. We join Unitarian Universalists in mourning Williams and celebrating E's work. facebook.com/65191425999/pos…
"Whether you are already deeply engaged or just now jumping in, there is a role for you in this work," Nicole Pressley writes. How will you #UUtheVote?
#NationalVoterRegistrationDay #Vote uuworld.org/articles/uu-vote…
News: Eight Unitarian Universalist families have lost their homes to fires in Ashland, Oregon. The @UUA Disaster Relief Fund is already providing aid. uuworld.org/articles/fire-as…
With sorrow we share the news that the Rev. O. Eugene "Gene" Pickett has died. Pickett was president of the @UUA from 1979 to 1985 (photo © 1996 Nancy Pierce). Announcement: facebook.com/TheUUA/photos/a…
A virtual service of remembrance for the Rev. O. Eugene Pickett, UUA president 1979–1985, will be held Wed. 8/5 at 4 PM EDT. Please register in advance at us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… and plan to log on at least 10 minutes early in case there are technical issues to work out.
First Unitarian Church of Portland, Oregon, has joined a lawsuit against federal agencies whose officers have detained and injured protesters. oregonlive.com/crime/2020/07…
Please join us in welcoming the UUA's new Director of Communications, Lisa Gregory! She will oversee the UU World and the Outreach and Public Witness teams and direct strategic communications for the staff as a whole.
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Lisa Gregory as the UUA's new Communications Director, starting August 3. Please join us as we welcome Lisa on UUA staff and in the larger faith community. bit.ly/30vntyk
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I'm so glad to share this timely message from our @UUA Executive Vice President Carey McDonald, who reminds us of the value of restoration and renewal in preparation for our transformational work ahead. bit.ly/2Dj8Iqm
News: Almost 5,000 attend Virtual General Assembly.
@UUA’s first online-only General Assembly calls for solidarity with Indigenous communities, supports defunding police, and formalizes human rights investment screen. uuworld.org/articles/general…
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A federal judge orders the Dakota Access Pipeline shut down by Aug 5! This is a long-overdue win for the #StandingRock Sioux Tribe and all who have put their bodies and lives on the line for climate justice. #DAPL bit.ly/2Z2U4Mi
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"As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, UU youth and emerging adults are figuring out their paths through unprecedented uncertainties."
Read more from @UUWorld: bit.ly/3gkAilj
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We are disappointed with the Supreme Court’s ruling today which further blurs the lines of the separation of church and state and undermines the purpose of the Establishment Clause.
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