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In the midst of critical justice work, it is essential to practice more deeply our faith.By Susan Frederick-Gray | September 1, 2018 | From UU WorldTagged as: Dissent, Immigration, Justice, Politics, Solidarity in Immigration JusticePage/Article -
On fifth anniversary of Sandy Hook massacre, interfaith coalition gathers outside gun lobby’s headquarters.By Elaine McArdle | December 19, 2017 | From UU WorldTagged as: Activism, Dissent, ViolencePage/Article -
Give voice to sorrow and fear — the wracking sobs at family betraying family the shock at the chasm separating neighbors “What will you do in the days ahead?” one asked. “Hide in an attic,” another replied, her eyes as wide and dark as Anne Frank’s. Already the assaults on bodies have...Meditation | By Lindasusan Ulrich | January 19, 2017 | From WorshipWebTagged as: 1st Principle (Worth & Dignity), 2nd Principle (Justice, Equity, & Compassion), 5th Principle (Conscience & Democracy), 7th Principle (Interconnected Web), America, Anti-Oppression, Community, Courage, Direct Experience, Dissent, Fear, Hope, Living Our Faith, Politics, Prophetic Words & Deeds, Solidarity, Unitarian UniversalismWorship element -
The following ritual—which could be used to honor a congregation's founders—is used at First Unitarian Church of Des Moines (IA) to honor decade(s) membership anniversaries. Those celebrating 10, 20, 30, etc. years of membership are invited on stage, given a rose for each decade of membership,...Ritual | By Mark Stringer | November 1, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: 3rd Principle (Acceptance & Spiritual Growth), 4th Principle (Truth & Meaning), Commitment, Dissent, Integrity, Interdependence, Leadership, Living Our Faith, Relationships, Teamwork, Tradition, Unitarian Universalism, UnityWorship element -
I feel sorry for the kids today who are taking geography in school for the first time. When I was in school, unless you got really interested in the history of Iraqi Kurdistan, there was a chance you could get all the way through geography class without ever having to know learn to spell Sulaymania.Sermon | By Wayne B. Arnason | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Dissent, Inclusion, International, Multiculturalism, Politics, Universalism, MulticulturalismWorship element
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A former South African paramilitary commander looks across his dining room table into the interviewer's camera. He is in his early sixties, overweight, with short gray hair. He wears glasses and a polo shirt. It's late morning. He explains: "We were at war. We believed that if the Blacks were...Sermon | By David Schwartz | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: 5th Principle (Conscience & Democracy), Conscience, Dissent, Spiritual PracticeWorship element
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March 7, 2013 | From What Moves UsTagged as: 2nd Principle (Justice, Equity, & Compassion), Balance, Caring, Class, Compassion, Conscience, Dissent, Ethics, Generosity, God, Happiness, UniversalismCurriculum page
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James Luther Adams, from "The Evolution of My Social Concern." Used with permission, Herbert F. Vetter, Harvard Square Library....Story | February 7, 2013 | For Adults | From What Moves UsTagged as: 6th Principle (World Community), Authority, Belief, Challenge, Change, Commitment, Community, Conflict, Conscience, Dissent, Economy, UnitarianismCurriculum page
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In 1789, Hosea Ballou attended the Baptist revival held in his hometown of Richmond, New Hampshire. Moved by the preaching during this event, which was touted as "The Great Reformation," Ballou, age 19, stepped forward to be baptized....Story | February 7, 2013 | For Adults | From What Moves UsTagged as: 4th Principle (Truth & Meaning), Belief, Choice, Conscience, Discernment, Dissent, Doubt, Faith, Fear, God, Grace, UniversalismCurriculum page
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Charles Chauncy was the leading opponent of the Great Awakening, the Protestant evangelical movement that swept through the British North American colonies between 1739 and 1745. Chauncy was born into the elite Puritan merchant class that ruled Boston....Story | February 7, 2013 | For Adults | From What Moves UsTagged as: 4th Principle (Truth & Meaning), America, Class, Conflict, Culture, Discernment, Dissent, Equity, History, Leadership, Privilege, UnitarianismCurriculum page
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From "UU Convicted of Littering While Supplying Humanitarian Aid" , UU World, June 15, 2009. Used with permission. The subject of the story is a White Unitarian Universalist who currently uses the name "Emrys Staton." Next fall, Walt Staton will be starting divinity school to become a Unitarian...Story | By Jane Greer | July 24, 2012 | For Adults | From Building the World We Dream About for Young AdultsTagged as: 6th Principle (World Community), Caring, Compassion, Courage, Dignity, Dissent, Hope, Human Rights, Immigration, Justice, Politics, Unitarian Universalism, ImmigrationCurriculum page
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July 20, 2012 | From Building the World We Dream About for Young AdultsTagged as: 6th Principle (World Community), Anti-Oppression, Challenge, Change, Courage, Culture, Direct Experience, Dissent, Diversity, Justice, Kindness, Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender/Queer, MulticulturalismCurriculum page
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In September 1965, Filipino grape workers in Delano, California, went on strike for more pay and better working conditions. A week later, the predominantly Mexican American National Farm Workers' Association joined the strike....Story | January 26, 2012 | For Adults | From What We ChooseTagged as: 6th Principle (World Community), Anti-Oppression, Brokenness, Challenge, Commitment, Community, Conflict, Courage, Dignity, Dissent, History, Prophetic Words & Deeds, ImmigrationCurriculum page
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January 19, 2012 | From What We ChooseTagged as: 6th Principle (World Community), Anti-Oppression, Caring, Character, Choice, Commitment, Conflict, Conscience, Courage, Dignity, Direct Experience, Dissent, ImmigrationCurriculum page
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Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "The Reverend Albert D'Orlando Fought Racism in New Orleans" Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Read the story. Decide with your co-facilitator which of you will present it. Post blank newsprint....Activity | December 10, 2011 | For Adults | From Resistance and TransformationTagged as: Activism, Anti-Oppression, Dissent, Governance, History, Justice, Race/EthnicityCurriculum page
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Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, The New Orleans Story Preparation for Activity Read Handout 1 and copy it for all participants....Activity | December 10, 2011 | For Adults | From Resistance and TransformationTagged as: Anti-Oppression, Dissent, Governance, History, Justice, Race/EthnicityCurriculum page
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Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, The Church and the Draft Resisters - Full Text Preparation for Activity Provide Handout 1 in advance to a person who has agreed to read it aloud to the group. Arrange for the presenter to deliver the sermon from a lectern or pulpit,...Activity | December 10, 2011 | For Adults | From Resistance and TransformationTagged as: Conscience, Dissent, History, Integrity, Justice, Politics, WarCurriculum page
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Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 4, This Letter Is to Express our Personal Disapproval Preparation for Activity Read Handout 4 and copy it for all participants. Arrange for two volunteers to read the correspondence between Rev....Activity | December 10, 2011 | For Adults | From Resistance and TransformationTagged as: Dissent, Justice, Politics, StewardshipCurriculum page
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Activity time: 25 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 2, UUA Resolutions on the Draft Handout 3, Social Witness and the UUA Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Read the current UUA guidelines for social witness. Find information, including graphs and outlines of the complete...Activity | December 10, 2011 | For Adults | From Resistance and TransformationTagged as: Conscience, Dissent, History, Justice, Politics, WarCurriculum page
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Activity time: 25 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "The Church and the Draft Resisters" Handout 1, The Church and the Draft Resisters - Full Text Preparation for Activity Read the story and prepare to read it aloud to the group. Or, pre-arrange for a participant to do so and provide the...Activity | December 10, 2011 | For Adults | From Resistance and TransformationTagged as: Conscience, Dissent, History, Integrity, Justice, Politics, WarCurriculum page