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  • A street map with a large red pin stuck in it. The text on the map reads "Start here. New RE Professional Orientation. Three online live sessions, January 9, 23, and February 9, 2026."
    Friday, January 9, 2026, 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm EST
    Our orientation for navigating the profession of religious education will explore interpersonal, professional, and identity-based relationships in our work, supply you with resources for the work, and equip you with tools to navigate employment matters, professional development and credentialing.
    Training
    Online
  • Laptop displays website of Facilitation for Transformation. Text reads: Peer Study Group: Facilitation for Transformation January 20th, 27th and February 3rd 11-noon CST Mosaic Fostering Belonging and Liberation In Unitarian Universalist Congregations and Communities
    Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 11:00 am — 12:00 pm CST (also: Jan 27, 2026; Feb 3, 2026 )
    Facilitation for Transformation prepares you to lead all levels of the Mosaic Lifespan Anti-Racism curriculum. Join with peers in reflection and discussion of this training.
    Training
    Online
    Tagged as: Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion, Faith Development, Racial Justice & Multicultural Ministries
  • Five cartoon people, both children and adults, and a dog standing in a line and holding hands in front of a house and large pink heart. The child the far right holds a cat in her arms. The title "Philosophy of Religious Education" is the header for the image.
    Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 3:00 pm — 5:00 pm EST
    Join us to learn the philosophies of education that have influenced Unitarian Universalist religious education and faith development, in dialogue, over time.
    Training
    Online
  • Cairn of three base stones and one heart-shaped stone on top, sitting in water.
    Monday, January 26, 2026, 9:00 am — Saturday, October 31, 2026, 8:00 pm MST
    Create a team that’s ready to join together in a shared ministry approach! Goals include: Establish a collective philosophy for shared ministry; cultivate trust; name & acknowledge potential pitfalls to shared ministry; solidify a shared vision of ministry
    Online & on-site
  • A group of seven people, one of whom is speaking into a microphone. Two people are standing to either side of her, each with their own microphone, and two people are sitting down. A cello is in the foreground with a music stand.
    Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 3:00 pm — 5:00 pm EST
    Join us to gain a broader understanding of the history and theologies of Unitarian Universalism and the history of UU hymnody.
    Training | From Educational Opportunities for Musicians
    Online

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