New England Region Programs

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As a leader in a Unitarian Universalist congregation, you already know the value of connection and the energy that gets unleashed when good-hearted, committed, and soulful people come together. Our programing provides ongoing training in some of the most difficult and common challenges faced by church leaders—and will help you deal with problems at a deep, thoughtful level that can lead to meaningful, positive change in your congregation. For updates on Our Whole Life (OWL) facilitator trainings, click on the OWL trainings page on the navigation menu. View the full calendar of eventsSubscribe to our email list to receive workshop invitations and other regional news. Below you'll find upcoming events from the New England region and from around the country.

Learn more and register for our ongoing programs on the UU Leadership Institute - Claiming Our Spiritual Leadership and Knotty Conversations for Dismantling White Supremacy.

Upcoming NER Programs

  • Threats from Without, Care from Within
    Saturday, October 21, 2023, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm EDT
    Event format: Online
    UUs have long acted for justice and equity in the world. Many times, we have experienced threats from those who do not agree. Even beyond that, we always need to consider how to create safer communities for all who choose to attend. This daylong conference will explore questions of safety and...
  • Fifth Sunday Fellowship: A Shared Pulpit Experience
    Sunday, October 29, 2023, All day
    Event format: Online
    Fifth Sunday Fellowship: A Shared Pulpit Experience is a collaborative, online service/worship event created by several congregations together that will explore the themes of each Principle. Please join us and stream the service for your congregation!
  • Religious Education Professional (REP) Meet-Up
    Tuesday, November 7, 2023, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm EST
    Event format: Online
    Religious Education Professional (REP) Meet-Up
  • Fifth Sunday Fellowship: A Shared Pulpit Experience
    Sunday, December 31, 2023, All day
    Event format: Online
    Fifth Sunday Fellowship: A Shared Pulpit Experience is a collaborative, online service/worship event created by several congregations together that will explore the themes of each Principle. Please join us and stream the service for your congregation!
  • Religious Education Professional (REP) Meet-Up
    Tuesday, February 6, 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm EST
    Event format: Online
    Religious Education Professional (REP) Meet-Up

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    Registration Fees

    While contributions from congregations to our Region and Association make it possible for regional staff to do our work, event registration fees are necessary to cover the costs of individual events. We know that not all individuals are in a position to pay these fees. Since the learning is on behalf of the congregation, we assume that congregational leaders will select and financially support participants to come. However, if these fees are prohibitive even to the congregation, please be in touch with us at newengland@uua.org. We do not want cost to keep anyone away.

    To register for open events, go to New England Region on Eventbrite or use the links above. Subscribe to our regional email list to receive monthly announcements and invitations in your inbox, and like our Facebook page.

    Spiritual Leadership - Practice Group

    A community of practice for anyone interested in embedding the practices of Spiritual Leadership in their congregational life and beyond.

    SL Practice Group

    Liberating Governance - Practice Group

    A community of practice on liberating governance for our times.

    LG Practice Group

    Workshop Materials

    A collection of resources from the past five years of focused study and development on aspects of congregational life.

    Workshop Materials