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The UUA celebrates the confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court because her experience and credentials give us hope for the future of this country.
April 6, 2022 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: 5th Principle (Conscience & Democracy), Social Justice -
In response to the outpouring of concern, the UUA shares the most up to date information on how UUs in this country and around the world are responding and amplify the ways that we can all help.
March 7, 2022 | From Press Releases -
There is pain and outrage in our hearts because Texas Governor Greg Abbott has escalated the attacks on transgender people living in his state, especially trans youth, by equating medical care with child abuse.
February 25, 2022 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: LGBTQ Issues, Social Justice -
A statement in response to the horrific and profoundly disturbing hostage situation that took place earlier this week at the Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas.
January 19, 2022 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: Religious Pluralism -
On the one year anniversary of the failed attempted coup on the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021, the UUA issues a statement outlining the continued and growing threats to our democracy and the need for individuals to take action.
January 5, 2022 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: 5th Principle (Conscience & Democracy), Social Justice -
The UUA responds to the heartbreaking and outrageous decision by the US Supreme Court to allow implementation of Texas's anti-abortion bill, SB8.
September 10, 2021 | From Press Releases -
On the 20-year anniversary of September 11th, UUA President Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray reflects on the costs of America's response and spiritual strength of choosing love.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | September 10, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: 6th Principle (World Community), International Human Rights & Justice, UU Beliefs, Solidarity in Immigration Justice -
As the new congregational year begins, the pandemic has forced many to re-evaluate traditional Ingathering celebrations. In these complicated times, let us remember that our ministries are life-saving and resilient.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | August 31, 2021 | From Press Releases -
In light of the changing COVID virus and the Delta variant, the UUA offers important updates to its guidance on gathering in UU congregations and communities.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | August 20, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #COVID19, Community, Safe Congregations -
Last summer, many volunteer and religious professional leaders were so consumed by the challenges of transitioning to virtual operations that they never took time off. We urge you to do so this summer because rest is critical for the quality and sustainability of our work.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | June 17, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #UUAGA -
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray shares some of the many highlights of General Assembly this year and invites you to join us online June 23-27 for worship, workshops and much more.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | June 3, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #UUAGA, Community, General Assembly -
In this promising yet challenging time, Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray encourages congregations to start with simple changes so we can learn together.
May 13, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #COVID19, Simplicity, Safety and Staffing in Congregations, Safe Congregations -
We'll circle 'round for all-virtual General Assembly this year starting on June 23rd. Register today!
By LaTonya Richardson, Susan Frederick-Gray | April 29, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #UUAGA, Community, General Assembly -
The UUA acknowledges the unprecedented guilty verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin and recommits to working in solidarity with Black leaders and organizers for accountability and justice.
April 21, 2021 | From Press Releases -
In 2020, the UUA recommended that congregations plan for a year of virtual operations. Moving into 2021, the UUA recommends that congregations plan for multi-platform operations.
April 15, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #COVID19, Safety and Staffing in Congregations, Safe Congregations -
The UUA offers support and solidarity to the powerful organizing happening in Georgia, especially from faith communities and Black-led organizations. We encourage UU across the country to organize to defeat voter suppression in their own states.
March 29, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #UUTheVote, 5th Principle (Conscience & Democracy), Justice, Voting Rights -
Although there is good news on the horizon about the pandemic subsiding, Unitarian Universalist communities are not yet able to gather in person. At the UUA, we are your partners, to help navigate the coming many months.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | March 25, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #COVID19, Patience, Safety and Staffing in Congregations -
The Unitarian Universalist Association joins leaders across the country in decrying the recent surge of hate crimes against Asians and Asian Americans.
March 17, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: Solidarity, Racial Justice -
As we mark the one year anniversary of congregations and the UUA shifting to virtual operations, may we remember not just the sorrows, but also the ways we have shown up for each other, for our communities and for our values.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | March 10, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #COVID19, Safety and Staffing in Congregations -
Acknowledging the unprecedented layers of stress and trauma experienced by so many in these difficult times, President Frederick-Gray reminds us of the critical importance of making space to care for ourselves.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | February 25, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: Generosity, Self-Care, Giving & Generosity -
Rev. Frederick-Gray shares gratitude and appreciation for the generosity of congregations, which powers the UUA's mission to equip congregations, train and support leaders, and advance UU values in the world.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | February 11, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: Generosity, Stewardship for Congregations -
As a new year begins in this time of pandemic, UUA President Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray reminds us of the importance of remaining vigilant with safety protocols and continuing to support public health and keeping each other safe.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | January 28, 2021 | From Press Releases -
UUA President Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray offers a prayer on the historic occasion of the inauguration of the 46th president of the United States.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | January 19, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #UUTheVote, 5th Principle (Conscience & Democracy), Democracy, Civil Rights & Religious Liberty, Social Justice -
This is been a deeply challenging time for us all. As we rest, reconnect and pray, many of us are also asking, "What can I do?"
By Susan Frederick-Gray | January 14, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #SideWithLove, Social Justice -
The UUA is compelled by events at the U.S. Capitol to call for true accountability and courageous action by national leaders in pursuit of a more just, equitable, multiracial and pluralistic democracy.
January 8, 2021 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: Civil Rights & Religious Liberty, Election Reform -
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray shares her wishes for all in this holiday season, that we may have time to rest, that we tend to our grief and our joy, and that we make space for spiritual care and renewal.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | December 3, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: Christmas Eve / Christmas, Hanukkah, Holidays & Ceremonies, Self-Care, Winter Solstice / Yule -
This is a time to remember our collective resilience and ability to protect each other, to defend democracy, and to organize unfailingly for justice, equity and dignity.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | November 19, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #COVID19, Hope, Civil Rights & Religious Liberty, Social Justice -
You are invited to join in a series of virtual events Nov. 19-26 to live into the Action of Immediate Witness passed at GA 2020, to "Address 400 Years of White Supremacist Colonialism."
By Susan Frederick-Gray | November 12, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: Gratitude, Holidays & Ceremonies, Thanksgiving, Social Justice -
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray shares what's giving her hope during this time of uncertainty, as the nation waits for all of the votes to be counted in the 2020 presidential election. We know there will be many opportunities for us to continue our work together and live our values.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | November 5, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #UUTheVote, Hope, Civil Rights & Religious Liberty, Social Justice -
Guidance and counsel for Unitarian Universalists on what's needed to defend our democracy in this historic election season. We have been preparing to meet this moment with clarity and skill for months, years, and generations.
November 2, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #UUTheVote, 5th Principle (Conscience & Democracy), Courage, Principles and Purposes, Civil Rights & Religious Liberty, Social Justice -
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray locates the roots of our commitment to support our democracy in Unitarian Universalist theology and shares several resources to help UUs prepare for this historic election season.
October 22, 2020 | From Press Releases -
The UUA is embarking on the next phase of culture change and we invite you to work together with us and imagine creative ways your congregation can take up these important practices as well.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | October 8, 2020 | From Press Releases -
The UUA shares heartbreak for the profound loss of Elandria Williams, the UUA’s recent past Co-Moderator and incomparable leader of our faith.
October 2, 2020 | From Press Releases -
The Unitarian Universalist Association affirms our solidarity with all of our Black siblings and kin, with communities across the globe who rise up in resistance to state-sanctioned violence against Black people, and with the organizers and protesters in Kentucky who are responding right now.
September 24, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #BlackLivesMatter, 1st Principle (Worth & Dignity) -
You are invited to worship with UU the Vote and offers more ways to deepen your work for electoral justice.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | September 24, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #UUTheVote -
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray calls us to remain mindful of our deep connections at the start of the congregational year. We are connected through our traditions of love and justice, and we are connected in our shared faith as Unitarian Universalists.
September 2, 2020 | From Press Releases -
In this historic and heartbreaking time, Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray offers words of affirmation and love as we all find ways to take care of ourselves and our loved ones and to keep showing up for justice.
By Susan Frederick-Gray | August 27, 2020 | From Press Releases -
Dear leaders, I hold you all in deep care. As this pandemic continues to spread, it is taking its toll on our country and people. This toll includes the heartbreak and grief for loved ones and strangers who have died and those struggling to recover from COVID-19. As religious communities, we will...
By Susan Frederick-Gray | August 13, 2020 | From Press Releases -
Dear Leaders, I hope that you have had time off in recent weeks or will have some soon. This has been a brutal stretch of months....
By Susan Frederick-Gray | July 23, 2020 | From Press Releases -
Dear Friends, I’m writing to you in the afterglow of an incredible, imaginative, powerful, and all-virtual General Assembly. With the third-largest attendance ever to the UUA’s annual gathering (more than 4900 people!) we chatted, workshopped, listened, learned, worshipped, sang, gave, phoned,...
By Carey McDonald | July 9, 2020 | From Press Releases -
During the first all-virtual General Assembly annual gathering, delegates of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) voted for its member congregations to actively name and repair the harm caused by 400 years of colonization in the United States. The vote passed with 94% voting yes.
June 29, 2020 | From Press Releases -
During the first all-virtual General Assembly annual gathering, delegates of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) voted for its member congregations to find alternatives to policing and to pursue police abolition within Unitarian Universalist justice work. The vote passed with 82% voting yes.
June 29, 2020 | From Press Releases -
Today, we are thrilled to partner with BLUU on their Havens and Harbors initiative to develop local nodes of Black communities within Unitarian Universalism.
June 27, 2020 | From Press Releases -
Dear Leaders, I write to you from our first ever all-virtual General Assembly! Last night’s opening ceremony, rooted in the language and history of the Mashpee Wampanoag people, was deeply moving. It has been a great honor to get to know jessie little doe baird, Vice Chairwoman of the Mashpee...
June 25, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #UUAGA -
Dear Leaders, This has been a week with hopeful wins and powerful momentum building for real systemic change....
June 18, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #BlackLivesMatter -
Dear Leaders, This is the most heartbreaking, difficult, and important time I have experienced in ministry. The layers of trauma, anger, grief, power, and hope—they are all present in our bodies and souls. As religious leaders, we tend to these in ourselves and we give them voice and space in...
By Susan Frederick-Gray | June 11, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #COVID19 -
Dear Leaders, These past two weeks have been ones of incalculable devastation. From the grim milestone of 100,000 of our loved ones dead from COVID-19, to the horrific murders of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police, Breonna Taylor by Louisville police, and Tony McDade by Tallahassee...
By Susan Frederick-Gray | June 4, 2020 | From Press Releases -
As we mourn the death of George Floyd and other Black people killed by police, and as we respond to COVID-19, which continues to disproportionately impact Black communities, the UUA denounces anti-Black racism and the inherent violence of policing. Police brutality is a symptom of white supremacy...
June 2, 2020 | From Press Releases -
Dear Leaders, We have a big experiment coming up for the Unitarian Universalist Association and that is our first ever Virtual General Assembly (GA) – our annual gathering of UUs from across our congregations and across the world – happening June 24-28! I invite you, as leaders in your...
By Susan Frederick-Gray | May 28, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #COVID19, #UUAGA, General Assembly -
Dear Leaders, As we plan for an extended period of virtual gatherings, we recognize now more than ever just how much we need each other. Your Congregational Life staff of the UUA is grateful for the opportunity to share President Susan Frederick-Gray’s weekly message because it is important to us...
May 21, 2020 | From Press ReleasesTagged as: #COVID19