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Read the New UU Shared Values Statement that Passed during GA 2024
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Review full text of the statement, which serves as the foundation of all the work of the UUA, its member congregations, and its covenanted communities.
UU Common Read 2024–25: ‘Authentic Selves’ Celebrates Trans and Nonbinary People and Their Families
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Learn how to join the conversation about this book, edited by Peggy Gillespie, that can be a catalyst for meaningful action and reflection.
Open Hearts and Homes: Minnesota UUs Help Ukranian Families Find New Lives in the United States
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Three Minnesota UU congregations came together to raise money, and sponsor and host three Ukrainian families that are now forging their own paths.
At All-Virtual GA, Unitarian Universalists Center Love and Pledge Bold Social and Climate Justice Action
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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.
Love at the Center: New UU Statement of Values Passes after Momentous General Assembly Delegate Vote
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The years-long democratic process culminated with debate and the GA vote. A two-thirds majority was required for approval.
Haitian Migrants Who Found Safety at UUA Headquarters in Boston Share Their Stories
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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.
Need Whova Help Before GA? Try Our Quick and Simple Beginner's Guide.
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Get familiar with the UUA General Assembly’s online convention center. (And learn how to pronounce its name.)
GA Delegates to Vote on Business Resolution in Support of Transgender, Nonbinary, and Intersex People
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On May 20, the Unitarian Universalist Association’s Board of Trustees added the item to the General Assembly’s final agenda. Review it in full.
A Leadership Ministry Network is Being Created to Support and Engage Lay Leaders
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In this Q&A, Woullard Lett, Leadership Ministry associate for the Unitarian Universalist Association, shares more about the nationwide effort to better serve lay leadership.
A More Accessible ‘Virtual Hymnal’ for UUs Is on the Way
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The Unitarian Universalist Association has started developing the digital version in partnership with the Association of UU Music Ministries.
‘Revealing the Sacred’: Liturgical Dance Deepens Spiritual Engagement at NYC Congregation
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Monthly visits from the Omega Dance Company have reinvigorated services and enriched congregants’ experiences.
Photos: Honoring the 20th Anniversary of Same-Sex Marriage Equality in Massachusetts
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To mark the milestone, revisit photos of some of the joyous events that followed the landmark decision.
Register for the Fourth International Convocation of U/U Women and People of Progressive Faith
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The September convocation, held in Romania, features dynamic speakers, engaging panel discussions, workshops, and more.
At Historic Convening, Global UUs Have Candid Conversations on Future of Leadership Development
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Unitarian Universalists from six continents carried their aspirations to Prague, Czech Republic, and explored possibilities to sustain and grow the faith.
Moment of Reflection: Together, a Better World
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“We know that there can be no enduring happiness for humanity / so long as suffering and want go unrelieved”
A New Tool Can Help UUs Examine Transformative Proposed Changes to Article II
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The set of resources, known as Amplifying the Charge, supports Unitarian Universalist congregations as they prepare for the next stage of the bylaws adoption process.
In a Busy, Broken World, Communal Care Can Feel Overwhelming. We Can Change That.
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‘It takes connection and intention to build the relationships that allow others to let us know their needs and to be willing to share ours.’
Join the First-Ever UU Climate Justice Revival, and Let’s Reimagine Together
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UUA President Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt, who is trained as an environmental ethicist, invites all Unitarian Universalists to participate in the transformative conversation this September.
Climate Change Threats are Worsening. UUs Are Taking Urgent Action to Protect What We Love.
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The Climate Justice Coalition, created in 2022, exists to ensure that UU groups collaborate and increase their collective impact. Here’s how to join the effort.
Moment of Reflection: Prayer for the Lamp Keeper
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'You are a light, a lamp in the night to help people find their way, but you cannot be their way.'