Displaying 261 – 280 of 437
This list includes every page or product with this tag from UUA.org, UU World magazine, or inSpirit books & gifts.
Changing a filter will refresh results (and remaining options) immediately. Searching by keyword requires use of the "Search" button.
-
A weekly guide to stories about Unitarian Universalists from other media sources.By Rachel Collins | October 2, 2015 | From UU WorldTagged as: Climate Change, Climate Justice, LGBTQ Issues, NewsPage/Article
-
An intense UUA General Assembly celebrates marriage equality, affirms Black Lives Matter.By Elaine McArdle, Christopher L. Walton | August 24, 2015 | From UU WorldTagged as: General Assembly, Marriage Equality, Racial JusticePage/Article -
By Kenneth Sutton | August 24, 2015 | From UU WorldTagged as: Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender/Queer, LGBTQ Issues, Marriage, Marriage EqualityPage/Article -
Unitarian Universalists are showing up to commemorate this event that pushed UUs have gathered to be in Ferguson on this anniversary, invited by interfaith organizers. Others marched in their home communities, LGBTQ+first principle is that we believe everyone has inherent worth and dignity, we...By Annie Gonzalez Milliken | August 13, 2015 | From Social JusticeTagged as: Activism, Anti-Oppression, Community, Connections, Faith Development, Growth, Homecoming / Ingathering, LGBTQ Issues, Meaning, Multiculturalism, Personal Inspiration, Racial Justice, Rights, Secular, Unitarian Universalism, UU Identity, Young Adult Faith Development (ages 18-35)Page/Article -
Close to 80 nations on our planet criminalize same sex relations. Eight of these apply the death penalty for homosexual acts. With homophobic laws around the world ranging from anti-propaganda laws to lifelong imprisonment or death sentences, the lives of millions of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,...Utility | July 29, 2015 | From UU Office at the United NationsTagged as: LGBTQ Welcome & Equality, Welcome & Inclusion for LGBTQPage/Article
-
The Rev. Peter Morales issued the following statement reacting to the Boy Scouts of America’s (BSA) recent policy change: “I applaud the Boy Scouts of America for amending its adult leadership standards policy to include gay scout leaders. The development of a more inclusive BSA will not only...Press Release | By Unitarian Universalist Association | July 23, 2015 | From Home Page StoryTagged as: LGBTQ Welcome & Equality, Religious & Civil LibertiesPage/Article -
Electrified the Amplified Crowd Summer Seminary alumni Kara Marler presented this inspiring toast at the Annual Program Fund "Amplify Unitarian Universalism" event celebrating the Learn about opportunities to become a youth leader of Unitarian Universalism Watch what Kara said here: Learn about...By Ted Resnikoff | July 14, 2015 | From Events and OpportunitiesTagged as: Activism, Business Meetings, Coming Out, Commitment, Community, General Assembly, Growth, High School-Aged Youth Faith Development, Interdependence, Leadership, Marriage Equality, News, Purpose, Rights, Secular, Truth, Unitarian Universalism, UUA Headquarters, Youth SundayPage/Article
-
In celebration of the U.S. Supreme Court’s historic ruling in favor of nationwide marriage equality, Unitarian Universalist (UU) ministers and congregations offered free weddings for same-sex couples nationwide on July 11 and 12, in an event called #JustMarriage.Press Release | By Unitarian Universalist Association | July 13, 2015 | From Home Page StoryTagged as: LGBTQ IssuesPage/Article -
The U.S. Supreme Court issued their 5 to 4 ruling in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges, establishing federal recognition of same-sex marriage. With this decision, marriage equality for same-sex couples has become the law of the land nationwide. In celebration of this historic victory for equal...Press Release | By Unitarian Universalist Association | July 2, 2015 | From Home Page StoryTagged as: Marriage EqualityPage/Article -
“Today the U.S. Supreme Court stood on the side of love with its 5 to 4 decision in Obergefell v. Hodges establishing federal recognition of same-sex marriage. I applaud the court’s ruling as a major step in recognizing full civil rights for LGBTQ people. The ruling is cause for celebration."...Press Release | By Unitarian Universalist Association | June 26, 2015 | From Home Page StoryTagged as: LGBTQ Welcome & Equality, Marriage EqualityPage/Article -
General Assembly 2015 Event 261 Program Description We all engage with gender identity and expression in a variety of ways. In this workshop we explored transgender identity and how queering our conversations will deepen our ability to be in right relationship with one another, ourselves, and the...Utility | June 22, 2015 | From GA PresentationsTagged as: LGBTQ Welcome & EqualityPage/Article
-
As Unitarian Universalists, we not only open our doors to people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, we value diversity of sexuality and gender and see it as a spiritual gift. In our congregations and spiritual communities, we welcome all, we affirm same-sex marriage (and have for...Press Release | By Unitarian Universalist Association | June 12, 2015 | From Home Page StoryTagged as: Beliefs & Principles, LGBTQ Welcome & Equality, Welcome & Inclusion for LGBTQPage/Article -
The Hindu god Indra is said to have created reality as a great net, with jewels at each intersection of the threads. Every jewel is reflected in every other, and they are all connected by the infinite, intricate web. The jewels are sacred and so is the net that connects them. And so I pray: Dear...Prayer | By Amy Zucker Morgenstern | May 27, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Anti-Oppression, Community, Connections, Hinduism, Inclusion, Journey, Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender/Queer, LGBTQ Welcome & Equality, National Coming Out Day, Pride Sunday, Transgender Day of Remembrance, Unitarian UniversalismWorship element -
By Rev. Christian Schmidt For First Parish in Cambridge, a move to hosting a shelter for homeless youth and young adults wasn’t just a nice thing to do, it was a chance to fulfill its mission. Read More...Press Release | By Unitarian Universalist Association | May 19, 2015 | From Home Page StoryTagged as: Beliefs & Principles, Community, Economic Justice, LGBTQ IssuesPage/Article -
On March 27, Indiana Governor Mike Pence signed into law the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA), a thinly-veiled attack on the civil rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people....Press Release | By Unitarian Universalist Association | March 31, 2015 | From Home Page StoryTagged as: LGBTQ IssuesPage/Article -
This blogpost was written by young adult Unitarian Universalist and lawyer with the The suicide of transgender teen conversion therapy increased her sense of isolation and rejection....By Annie Gonzalez Milliken | January 22, 2015 | From Issues and TrendsTagged as: Activism, Anti-Oppression, Connections, Education, Faith Development, Growth, High School-Aged Youth Faith Development, Homecoming / Ingathering, Leadership, LGBTQ Issues, Meaning, Personal Inspiration, Rights, Secular, Teaching Methods, Unitarian Universalism, UU Identity, Young Adult Faith Development (ages 18-35)Page/Article -
Congregational partnerships and United Nations advocacy challenge oppressive laws.By Christian Schmidt | November 30, 2014 | From UU WorldTagged as: LGBTQ Issues, Related OrganizationsPage/Article -
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Human Rights at the United Nations Guided by our principles, Unitarian Universalists are called to advocate for international human rights; to be a voice for the voiceless by promoting the inherent worth and dignity of all living things....Utility | November 25, 2014 | From UU Office at the United NationsTagged as: LGBTQ Welcome & Equality, Welcome & Inclusion for LGBTQPage/Article
-
UU Young Adult Tells United Nations: Stop Torture of Queer Youth Samantha Ames is a total rock star. Not a literal rock star. I’ve never seen her play an instrument and performance is not her jam. But Sam is the kind of person who you meet and are instantly impressed by, the kind of person you...By Annie Gonzalez Milliken | November 11, 2014 | From Issues and TrendsTagged as: Anti-Oppression, Connections, Growth, Human Rights, LGBTQ Issues, Meaning, Personal Inspiration, Rights, Secular, Unitarian Universalism, UU Identity, Young Adult Faith Development (ages 18-35)Page/Article -
Westboro Baptist Church came to Houston, Texas protesting – as quoted on the KHOU-TV website,"'This Mayor Annise Parker, whatever her name is, is an out of the closet lesbian. She is a spectacle and she has attention all over the country. So we are gonna say our part, said Marc Hill of Westboro."...By Ted Resnikoff | November 11, 2014 | From Issues and TrendsTagged as: Activism, Anti-Oppression, Choice, Congregational Action, Connections, Discernment, Education, Equity, Growth, Homecoming / Ingathering, LGBTQ Issues, News, Personal Inspiration, Prayer Practices, Rights, Secular, Social Justice, Spiritual Practice, Teaching Methods, Truth, Unitarian Universalism, UU Identity, WorshipPage/Article