Upcoming Events
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Dimensions of Faith Development Renaissance Module -September 13Tuesday, September 13, 2022, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm EDTEvent format: OnlineBoston MAReligious educators and other leaders will explore the idea of a counter-cultural narrative of Faith Development which knits together all of these areas of the congregation into a holistic view of multicultural transformation.
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NER Admin Zoom GatheringTuesday, September 13, 2022, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm EDTEvent format: OnlineThese recent times have been especially isolating for administrators and we have noticed a rise in the number of new administrators in the region. Let's connect! Join your peers to share ideas, questions, concerns and support.... -
SR Toolbox Webinar SeriesTuesday, September 13, 2022, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm EDTEvent format: OnlineSouthern Region Toolbox Webinars 2022-23 Toolbox Webinars are compact and efficient one-time sessions that support congregations and congregational leadership. These webinars are offered at no charge but advance registration is required....
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New DRE: Settling in Series Fall 2022 - Sept 14Wednesday, September 14, 2022, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm EDTEvent format: OnlineBoston MAIf you are a newer religious professional serving in UU faith development, this series will provide connection, community, and content! -
MidAmerica Congregational Leaders Check-Ins Sep-Dec 2022Wednesday, September 14, 2022, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDTEvent format: OnlineMidAmerica Congregational Leaders Check-Ins Sep-Dec 2022
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Featured Resource: Guest In Your Pulpit
Does your congregation need Sunday morning speakers? Is your Worship Committee struggling to fill your calendar? The Guest in Your Pulpit program is designed to help all congregations of all sizes deal with this issue.
The Guest in Your Pulpit Program is a listing of available ministers, seminarians, ministerial candidates and lay pulpit guests for congregations in the Central East Region. This program was created to assist churches to find people who are willing to provide services. We currently have individuals in the former Ohio-Meadville, St. Lawrence and Metro NY Districts, although some are willing to travel quite a distance to preach at a congregation.
Our current database of presenters is available on the Central East Region website. They are currently listed by the state they reside in, but if you live close to a border, you may want to check those in neighboring states as many are willing to travel some distance. You can find the Guest in Your Pulpit pages in the Resources section of the CER website.
If you have questions about the Guest in Your Pulpit program please contact Beth Casebolt at bcasebolt@uua.org or your primary contact.
Monthly Leadership Roundtable Connects Congregational Leaders
Starting in October, the Central East Regional Staff are hosting a monthly roundtable for congregational presidents and leaders. This event is open to anyone who wishes to attend.
Each webinar is hosted by one of the regional staff who offer a 15-20 minute presentation on a topic they are the program manager for and then the session is opened up for discussion and questions on any topic.
The webinar meets the last Wednesday of each month except December at 7:30. Upcoming topics include:
November 30 - Transitions with Andrea Lerner
January 25 - UU Leadership Institute with Rev. Renee Ruchotzke
February 22 - Bullying with Rev. Hope Johnson
Missed October? It was recorded and is on our YouTube Channel. Connection information is available on our website and calendar.
Better Together Blog: After the Election, From Your Staff
Dear Congregations and Clergy of the Central East Region,
Last night’s election results are in, and we know that we are not alone in experiencing a wide range of emotions. We know that many of you are rising to this new day with more questions than answers. We do not yet know what this means for ourselves, for our congregations, for those we love, or for the vision of Beloved Community that our faith calls us to.
News from the UUA
Tuesday, November 29th is Giving Tuesday. The UUA has a special campaign on this day. Gifts can be made online or by texting THANKS2UU to 41444.
Can't get to Standing Rock but want to support it and other programs like that? Check out Faithify. There are currently calls to support several activist movements among others.
Are you a religious educator? The R.E. Road Map has been updated.
New publications from the UUA - Humanist Voices in Unitarian Universalism is now available for preorder. Visit the Publications Page for details.
The UUA is hiring for several positions. Find job descriptions and application information at their Job Openings webpage.
Calendar Items and News
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