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by Jan Gartner |As congregations move into extended virtual operations, we are providing answers to common human resources questions related to remote work.... -
by CB Beal |If there was ever a time that you needed to trust that your religious leaders were making the best choices they could make, that time is now. -
by Rayla D. Mattson |I often go to bed during this pandemic wondering if my heart can hurt anymore. Then I wake up and see the news and my heartache continues. I wonder what to say to my children. What do I say to my little one, versus what I say to my teens about the state of our country?... -
by Jan Gartner, Richard Nugent |In March of 2020, as COVID-19 was taking hold, the Office of Church Staff Finances offered recommendations to congregations regarding staffing and finances through June. Now, in early June, we have issued a comprehensive memo with updated guidance: Staffing and Finances for July and Beyond. This... -
by UUA Congregational Life Staff Group |One way UU congregations live our values is through our Safe Congregations committees and policies to create a safer and more welcoming community for all. Visit the Safe Congregations pages for complete information. Below are some particular areas to pay attention to during online programming for... -
by Janice Marie Johnson |In April of this year, in Washington DC, my Aunt Mae learns that she has to fight an aggressive cancer that is overtaking her blood system. She is shipped to a low-standard hospital, rather than to the better hospital closer to her home. Her daughters, all essential health care workers reliant on public transport... -
by Jan Gartner |There are compelling reasons to do all you can to retain your staff and support them well through the pandemic. While it may not be possible – or ideal – to maintain your historical staffing, we urge you not to let staff reductions become your immediate response to financial uncertainty. We... -
But what if you’re called on to stage a full congregational meeting, with formal debate on motions followed by auditable voting? Here's a robust sample procedure manual! -
by Mark Hicks |When his brother died of COVID-19, Mark Hicks helped to plan a meaningful memorial for his family. This is his story. -
by UUA Congregational Life Staff Group, UUA Ministries and Faith Development: Credentialing and Professional Development Office |Companioning one another spiritually is one of the most important ministries of a faith community. This two-part training has been created for non-ordained congregational leaders.
