5 Questions You Should Always Ask Veterans, 1 Question You Should Never Ask Veterans, and 15 Facts that promote greater understanding of our Veterans.

This video presents a general understanding of the problem of suicide, in particular how to identify a veteran who may be at risk and what to do to help.

UUA is one of few religious organizations that voluntarily complies with law mandating accommodations for employees who serve in military reserves.

Welcoming people into our congregations takes a conscious effort. Being open to their stories, accepting them in their differences, and allowing their presence and experiences to transform us can be difficult, even when a person’s stories seem similar to our own....

As Seen on the VUU Bob LaVallee, seminarian and Meadville Lombard talks about the value of "Bl… All Who Serve" – the irreplaceable and affectionately named "little blue book", published by Skinner House Books, and available at the UUA Bookstore. Watch this excerpt, queued to begin at 40:25...

Brainstorm ways to integrate the learnings from this program into their lives and the life of the congregation

Planning a worship service to engage the congregation in ministry to active duty military personnel, veterans, and their families.

Explore the challenged faced by military families.

IntroductionThis workshop considers issues which have engaged philosophers, ethicists, and people of conscience for centuries, giving participants the opportunity to explore ideas in a covenanted faith community. The moral issues surrounding war and peace challenge all people in our congregation,...

Explore the congregation’s approach to military service and attitudes toward military veterans and currently serving military personnel.

In this workshop, participants have the opportunity to talk about messages they received about military service.

In the video, ministers (including military chaplains), lay veterans, active duty military personnel, and military family members present a compelling case for UU military ministry.

The Military Ministry Toolkit program draws on several books which can also support your congregation to explore or implement military ministry.

Overview for facilitators of the Military Ministry Workshop Series.

This toolkit challenges our faith communities to become truly welcoming to a group of people who have sometimes felt unwelcome.

I grew up in a family which honored my father’s overseas military service. He had taken part in the occupation of Germany after World War II. Memorial Day parades and Veterans’ Day observances were a regular part of my childhood. I was proud to have memorized the lyrics to songs representing...