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In preparation for Justice GA in Phoenix, Ariz., (June 20-24, 2012) the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) have jointly organized three Service Learning trips to the U.S.-Mexico border with our partner organization,...By Eric Cherry | June 1, 2012 | From Global Unitarian UniversalismTagged as: Becoming a MinisterPage/Article -
In preparation for Justice GA in Phoenix, Ariz., (June 20-24, 2012) the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) have jointly organized three Service Learning trips to the U.S.-Mexico border with our partner organization, BorderLinks....By Eric Cherry | May 23, 2012 | From Global Unitarian UniversalismTagged as: Becoming a MinisterPage/Article -
When the Rev. Barbara Meyers began a mental health ministry at the Mission Peak Unitarian Universalist (UU) Fellowship in Fremont, Calif., in 2005 it was the only one. Not anymore....By Donald E. Skinner | November 1, 2011 | From InterConnectionsTagged as: Career Development for Ministers, Disability & Accessibility, Membership in Congregations, Multiculturalism, Support and Caring in CongregationsPage/Article
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By Eric Cherry | October 6, 2011 | From Global Unitarian UniversalismTagged as: Becoming a Minister, Beliefs & PrinciplesPage/Article -
Tsubaki Grand Shrine. In my first three days here, I have been given Shinto priest clothing to wear, been introduced to the shrine’s ceremonies, and worn a loincloth while shouting at the top of my lungs and then standing under a freezing-cold waterfall. I’ve also eaten more fish than I have in...By Eric Cherry | August 17, 2011 | From Global Unitarian UniversalismTagged as: Becoming a Minister, Beliefs & PrinciplesPage/Article
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Meadville will remain independent; ANTS to move ahead with other partners.By Michelle Bates Deakin | April 24, 2011 | From UU WorldTagged as: Becoming a Minister, Related OrganizationsPage/Article
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At All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Okla., the theme for the month of January is “Creation.” In February the theme shifts to “Religious Authority.” When March comes around “Redemption” will be taken up. Going out further, Senior Minister the Rev. Marlin Lavanhar knows what themes he...By Donald E. Skinner | January 1, 2011 | From InterConnectionsTagged as: Career Development for Ministers, Music in Worship, Professional Development for Religious EducatorsPage/Article
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Chicago’s Meadville Lombard will combine with Boston-area Andover Newton in interfaith partnership.By Michelle Bates Deakin | June 27, 2010 | From UU WorldTagged as: Becoming a Minister, Related OrganizationsPage/Article
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Unitarian Universalist church’s oral history project opens up conversations about military service.By Donald E. Skinner | May 24, 2009 | From UU WorldTagged as: Military Chaplaincy, WarPage/Article -
Practical advice about successfully founding and sustaining a group to provide fellowship and support for our active duty service folx, reservists, veterans and their families.By David Pyle, Seanan R. Holland | June 19, 2008 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Membership Growth & Outreach, Military ChaplaincyPage/Article -
Using the metaphor of Janus, the guardian of portals in time, this classic resource frames the work of interim ministry in three phases: looking back, being in the present, and looking forward.Utility | By UUA Transitions Office, Ministries and Faith Development | September 1, 2007 (reviewed February 2026) | From LeaderLabTagged as: Interim MinistryPage/Article -
Good worship can be a challenge. The sermon may be inspiring and uplifting, with just the right tone and number of examples, but the transitions from one service element to another may not be smooth. Or the special music may not complement the sermon, or vice versa....By Donald E. Skinner | October 15, 2006 | From InterConnectionsTagged as: Career Development for Ministers, Leadership Development, Music in WorshipPage/Article
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A Unitarian Universalist military chaplain can’t fight but honors those who do.May 28, 2006 | From UU WorldTagged as: Living Our Faith, Military Chaplaincy, Personal Inspiration, Personal Stories, WarPage/Article -
UU Communities can be very different from one another! Use this continuum exercise to see how your congregations understands itself.By Barbara Child | March 18, 2005 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Covenant, Ministerial Transitions, Mission/Vision/PlanningPage/Article -
The search committee has done its job. The new minister arrives next month. You're excited, but also a little nervous. You want this new relationship to go well. But how to make that happen? The most important part of a ministerial start-up is a facilitated retreat, says Lynn Thomas, district...By Donald E. Skinner | August 15, 2003 | From InterConnectionsTagged as: Career Development for Ministers, Governance for Congregations, Leadership Development, Professional Misconduct, Staffing & SupervisionPage/Article
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If any committee is a natural for Unitarian Universalist (UU) congregations, it should be the booktable committee.By Donald E. Skinner | August 1, 1999 | From InterConnectionsTagged as: Career Development for Ministers, Communication, Leadership Development, Membership in CongregationsPage/Article
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Could your bathrooms pass the sniff test? How you answer that and related questions can make all the difference when visitors decide whether your church is worth a second look. When Unitarian Universalist (UU) congregations think about attracting visitors the very next thought is often of...By Donald E. Skinner | May 1, 1998 | From InterConnectionsTagged as: Career Development for Ministers, Facilities Management, Membership Growth & Outreach, Music in WorshipPage/Article