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So much is meant to divide us, but Rev. Sofía Betancourt reminds us this is the time to say yes—yes to each other, to courage, to our shared work. Your gift goes twice as far today, supporting justice, care, and connection across our UU faith. 💛 https://bit.ly/UUA-Give #GivingTuesday #UU
A vertical Giving Tuesday graphic with two sections. Top section: A dark blurred background shows two hands in a gentle, supportive touch. White text overlays the image with gray quotation marks at the top left. The quote reads: “If we believe that Unitarian Universalism saves lives, now is the time to respond to the world as people of faith. Now is the time to take heart from our history of fighting for truth in times of injustice. Now is the time to say, ‘Yes!’” Beneath it: “– UUA President Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt.” Bottom section: A red banner with the UUA flaming chalice logo and an illustration of a hand holding an open box with a heart rising from it. White and red text reads: “Your generosity goes TWICE AS FAR on GIVING TUESDAY.” Below the banner, more white text reads: “Give today at:” followed by the short link: “bit.ly/UUA-Give.”
December 2, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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On World AIDS Day, we honor the lives of those lost to HIV and the resilience of those who have paved the way for progress.

We must continue to fight against cuts to treatment, prevention, and research.
Today is not just a day for remembrance — it's a call for action.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Thanksgiving is a celebration for some, but a National Day of Mourning for Indigenous communities. Today we honor Indigenous people and urge non-Indigenous folks to reflect, learn hidden histories, support Indigenous-led work, and watch UAINE’s livestream: https://www.uaine.org/.
Thanksgiving is a holiday for gratitude and gatherings for many in the U.S. For Indigenous communities, today is observed as a National Day of Mourning—a day to grieve, to speak truth, and to name the continued impacts of colonization. We honor our Indigenous friends, loved ones, fellow UUs and diverse communities throughout this nation, today and every day. We recognize the deep impacts of American colonial history and present-day white supremacy culture, and are committed to care and solidarity in the continued work of truth-telling and justice. We encourage non-Indigenous folks to make time today for honest reflection—learning the histories this holiday has hidden, supporting Indigenous-led efforts for sovereignty, healing, and liberation, and uplifting the beauty and richness of Indigenous practices—today and throughout history. Consider watching the annual National Day of Mourning livestream hosted by UAINE at https://www.uaine.org/ .
November 27, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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UUs are joining “No Thanks Given” protests urging Avelo Airlines to end its ICE deportation flights. Side With Love and partners are pushing back and standing with immigrant communities.

Read the full UU World story: bit.ly/3XnxEmu

#SideWithLove #MigrantJustice #UU #NoThanksGiven
‘No Thanks Given’: UUs Join Thanksgiving Protests Demanding Avelo Airlines End ICE Deportation Flights
The Thanksgiving action is part of a larger strategy organized by a nationwide coalition that includes Side With Love.
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November 26, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Gratitude is on our minds—and our hearts. 🧡 Let’s spread some love: name a UU you’re grateful for today!

Whose presence, kindness, or courage has meant a lot to you?
Share in the comments!

#UULove #Gratitude #CommunityCare #UU
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November 25, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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🍲 Imagine worship around a dinner table—where food, conversation, and spirit meet.

Unitarian Universalists are reimagining worship through Dinner Church, blending liturgy and shared meals to nourish body and soul.

Read more: https://bit.ly/47TtYO7

#UUWorld #DinnerChurch #UU
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November 21, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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Today we honor the transgender lives taken by anti-trans violence. We hold their memory with love and stand with trans communities in grief, resilience, and strength.

May we deepen our solidarity and work for a world where all trans people can live safely and freely.

#TDOR #WeRemember #UU
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November 20, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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When our communities, our democracy, and our planet are at risk, it is our moral duty to come together.” — UU Rev. Ashley Horan

When the rallies end, our shared strength fuels the ongoing work for justice and liberation.

Stay engaged: https://bit.ly/41Hr0tQ

#SideWithLove #UU #FaithInAction
November 19, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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🎲 If Unitarian Universalism had it’s own board or video game, what would it be called? If you’re feeling extra ambitious…what kind of game would it be — cooperative strategy? Cozy storytelling? Something else?

Tell us in the comments!

#UU #JustForFun
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November 18, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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SCOTUS cases this term could shape LGBTQI+ rights, from passport policies to marriage equality. Ministers, religious professionals, and LGBTQI+ UUs are invited to a Zoom briefing with Rev. Jami Yandle & Sam Ames. Nov 19, 12pm ET. Register:.

🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/44fvMzV
A dark blue event graphic titled “Supreme Court Updates & the LGBTQI+ Community.” At the top, large white text reads “SUPREME COURT UPDATES & THE LGBTQI+ COMMUNITY.” Below it, a white rounded rectangle displays the date and time: on the left, a blue square with “19 Nov.” in bold; on the right, blue text listing “12pm ET / 11am CT / 10am MT / 9am PT, Via Zoom.” To the left of the text block is the UUA flaming chalice logo in Progress Pride colors. To the right, white text reads: “Open to All Ministers, Religious Professionals, and LGBTQI+ Members of UU Congregations and Communities.” Near the bottom left, a yellow rectangular button with a black arrow says “REGISTER NOW.” To the right of the button is a short URL in bold white text: “http://bit.ly/49Sm3De.” Along the bottom of the graphic are illustrated raised hands in various skin tones. . Subtle starburst shapes and crowd silhouettes appear in the background.
November 17, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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Amid the SNAP crisis, MA local news highlighted how faith communities are rising to meet the moment.

Rev. Wil Darcangelo of First Church Unitarian in Lancaster shared how kids from a neighboring church filled their little free pantry.

Read the story at bit.ly/4i8YyYP
#UU #FoodJustice
Community members, groups rally around neighbors in need amidst SNAP crisis
Businesses, volunteer groups, and community members across the region have stepped up in a big way to lend a hand to those who are facing food insecurity, especially now. Although the Trump adminis…
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November 13, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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Big news! 🎉 The UUA has received a multi-year grant from the Fetzer Institute to fuel spiritual innovation across Unitarian Universalism—supporting new UU communities and spiritual innovators building inclusive, liberatory faith.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4oE6Das

#UU #Innovation #Faith
UUA Receives Grant from Fetzer Institute to Promote Spiritual Innovation and Development
The UUA recently received a multi-year grant from the Fetzer Institute to promote both spiritual innovation and development in UU communities.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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UU President Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt joins faith leaders across traditions in proclaiming: transgender, intersex, and nonbinary people are holy, whole, and worthy of love. Together, we call out the misuse of religion to justify harm.

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November 12, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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The UUA has joined Jewish, Christian, and Muslim leaders in signing a multi-faith letter calling for human dignity, accountability, and an end to the atrocities in Gaza and the West Bank.

Read the letter: cmep.org/cmep-cover-l...

#UU #Gaza #Peace
A square graphic with a white background framed by a thick border in shades of red and pink. At the top right is the UUA flaming chalice logo in red with the words “Unitarian Universalist Association” in red text. At the top left is a large gray quotation mark symbol. Centered text in dark gray reads: “The futures of Palestinians, Israelis, and all peoples of the Middle East are intertwined… We issue this call not only as a response to war and extreme violence, but as a moral imperative to build a future rooted in hope and human flourishing.” Beneath the quote is a thin gray line on each side of the attribution, which reads: “Churches for Middle East Peace 2025 Multi-Faith Global Letter.” At the bottom center of the graphic is a red rectangle with white text that reads “http://UUA.ORG .”
November 7, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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From @uua.org's blog, In Good Faith - UUs Are Helping During the SNAP Crisis:

"But people’s vulnerability is everyone’s responsibility, so how we support to the extent that we can the people in need is a direct implication of what it means to keep love at the center.”

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October 29, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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💛 Intersex Awareness Day is Oct 26 💛
We celebrate the dignity, wholeness, and joy of intersex people. May we keep growing in understanding and welcome of people of all genders and identities—making life more vibrant and expansive.

🌟 Ways to support: https://bit.ly/2qDBkEB

#IntersexAwarenessDay #UU
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October 24, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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🌟 How do we, as UUs, organize ourselves to live our values and meet this moment?

The UUA Bylaws Renewal Team is exploring this big question — and your insight and participation is needed!

💬 Session 1: Oct 30, 2025, 8pm EST on Zoom
🔗 Register: www.uua.org/uuagovernanc...

#UUA #UU #MeetTheMoment
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October 24, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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“Why am I going to Broadview? Because what is happening to this city I love is terrible. ICE is deliberately sowing terror.” — Rev. Roger Bertschausen, Unity Temple UU.

UUs are joining an interfaith response to ICE’s disgraceful escalation in Chicago: https://bit.ly/3Lon0ZO

#ImmigrantJustice #UU
‘We Are Called to Justice’: UUs Join Clergy Efforts to Respond at Chicago ICE Facility
Multifaith presence offers religious response to immigration crackdown actions.
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October 23, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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On Oct 18, UUs turned out en masse to say: In the U.S., we have no kings!

In Boston, UUA leaders, UU Mass Action & others joined 125,000 community members to resist growing authoritarianism.

📸 Share a No Kings rally photo in the comments!
🔗 Photos and more: bit.ly/3WjC8tR

#NoKings #UU
A crowd of demonstrators gathers outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by green trees and city buildings in the background. In the foreground, three people stand side by side, wearing yellow “Side With Love” shirts. The person on the left holds a handmade sign that reads “FIGHT BACK! PROTECT DEMOCRACY! STOP TRUMP!” written in bold, colorful letters. The person in the middle has their arms raised high in the air, smiling and wearing sunglasses. The person on the right holds an orange sign on a wooden stick (partially obscured) and a notebook in their other hand. Several American flags are visible throughout the crowd. In the background, other signs can be seen, including ones that say “LIBERTY and JUSTICE for ALL” and “NO KINGS IN AMERICA.” The sky is clear and blue with white contrails crossing overhead. The sunlight is bright, streaming from the top right corner of the image.
October 21, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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🪔Wishing a bright and joyful Diwali to all who celebrate!
May the light of this season shine with love, hope, and new beginnings. ✨
#Diwali #FestivalOfLights #Joy #Community #Hope #UU #UUA
A festive graphic with a warm orange and gold glow celebrating Diwali. At the top center is the UUA flaming chalice logo with the words “Unitarian Universalist Association.” Below it, large white text reads “Happy Diwali.” Smaller white text underneath says, “May the light of this season shine with love, hope, and new beginnings.” Hanging from the top are glowing orange and gold lanterns and oil lamps with intricate designs. At the bottom are three clay oil lamps (diyas) with bright yellow-orange flames, surrounded by scattered gold confetti. A black rectangular box with white text reads “http://UUA.ORG .” The overall aesthetic is bright, warm, and celebratory.
October 20, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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📢 The UUA is an official partner of the No Kings National Day of Mobilization—a movement for resistance, resilience & action.

✊ On Oct 18, UUs nationwide will join millions declaring: No Kings.

🔗 Resources: https://bit.ly/3INTThW
📰 UU World: https://bit.ly/4739W3a

#NoKings #UU #Democracy
Orange and yellow background with blue zigzag accents on the left. Bold black text reads: “Our commitment to building a multiracial democracy shows up in how we resist the abduction and deportation of our immigrant community members;” Below the text is a black-and-white photo of a hand holding a protest sign. The sign says in handwritten letters: “WE THE PEOPLE REJECTED OUR FIRST KING AND WE WILL DO IT AGAIN.” On the lower right is the UUA flaming chalice logo in black. Next to it is the “Side with Love” heart logo with white text on a black rectangle. On the lower left is the text “SideWithLove.org.” An arrow points to the right with the label “1/3.” Orange-to-yellow gradient background. Bold black text reads: “how we resist voter suppression in the legislature and at the ballot box; how we celebrate our LGBTQ+ kin and communities” On the top right, a black-and-white hand holds a sign with large text: “REJECTING KINGS SINCE 1776.” On the bottom center, another hand holds a protest sign with a large crown drawing crossed out with a circle and slash. Around it is handwritten text: “NO KINGS.” On the lower right is the UUA flaming chalice logo and the “Side with Love” heart logo. On the lower left is the text “SideWithLove.org.” An arrow pointing right is labeled “2/3.” Orange background with blue area at the top. Bold black text reads: “- and on October 18, shows up in how we collectively cry out” Below this, in large white letters on a black brushstroke background, it says: “NO KINGS!” Additional bold text below reads: “Saturday, October 18th 12:00 to 3:00 PM ET” An arrow points toward the right. On the bottom left, a black-and-white hand holds a protest sign that reads “NO KINGS” in large white letters. On the bottom right is the “Side with Love” heart logo with URL text below: “Resources & details at: sidewithlove.org/action-center-updates” The UUA flaming chalice logo is also on the bottom right.
October 17, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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We join Churches for Middle East Peace in welcoming the release of hostages and detainees as part of the ceasefire. We hold all who are suffering in care and urge protection of every life, sustained aid, and progress toward lasting peace and justice.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4qtXH95

#UU #Peace
A rectangular graphic with a vertical black to teal gradient background. Top center is the UUA logo in white on a red square. Below the logo is a centered white text that reads: “We urge all parties to honor the full terms of the ceasefire agreement, including the sustained delivery of humanitarian aid, the cessation of hostilities, and the protection of civilians in Gaza and Israel alike. Every effort must be made to prevent further bloodshed and to ensure that this fragile moment of calm becomes a foundation for lasting peace, justice, and security for all.” “– Churches for Middle East Peace ‘CMEP Welcomes Implementation of the Peace Deal, the Release of Hostages, and the Exchange of Detainees,’ October 13, 2025.” At the bottom left is the logo for Churches for Middle East Peace — a stylized dove outline facing right with its wings raised — above the organization’s name in white text. In the bottom right corner, in white, is the text “http://UUA.ORG .”
October 15, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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UUs in Florida are meeting the moment for reproductive justice.

First UU of the Palm Beaches is carrying forward a legacy of action—partnering with community groups, supporting abortion access, assembling period packs, serving as clinic escorts, and more.

Read more in UU World!
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UUs Unapologetically Promote and Defend Reproductive Rights in Florida
First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Palm Beaches and its community partners are using new tactics to confront the red state’s extreme restrictions.
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October 15, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Addiction thrives in isolation—but healing grows in community.

UU Rev. Lane-Mairead Campbell reflects on breaking shame and loneliness through love, care, and honest community.

Read the full sermon: https://bit.ly/3WnztQ1

#UnitarianUniversalist #Recovery #BelovedCommunity
A square graphic with a dark sunset background showing the sun low in the sky above distant hills. Overlaid text in large white letters reads: “I believe that those who are actively in addiction—who are using this very second—are loved, have inherent worth and dignity, and deserve respect… No addict is disposable… No one is outside the circle of love and care.” Below the quote in smaller text: “UU Rev. Lane-Mairead Campbell.” At the bottom left corner is the UUA flaming chalice logo and the text “Unitarian Universalist Association.” In the bottom right corner, the text “http://UUA.ORG ” appears in white.
October 13, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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The Fall/Winter 2025 issue of UU World is here! This season’s theme: “Learning, Reimagined.”

✨ Reshaping religious education
🔥 Honoring the Iowa Sisterhood’s legacy
🙏 Growing a vibrant UU community in Paris
💖 Meeting the Moment with faith and love

Read at: https://bit.ly/4nZrnJa
#UUWorld #UU
The cover of the Fall/Winter 2025 issue of UU World magazine. At the top, large text reads “UU World” in purple. Beneath it, smaller text says “The magazine of the Unitarian Universalist Association.” In the corner, text reads “$8.99 • Fall/Winter 2025.” The central illustration shows a large white flower with a yellow center growing upward. Around it, symbols float in a golden-yellow sky fading to purple: an open book, a bicycle wheel, stacks of books, a music note, and geometric shapes. At the bottom, a house and a church lean toward the center. In the lower left corner is the UUA flaming chalice logo and “uuworld.org.” A purple banner reads “LEARNING, REIMAGINED.”
October 13, 2025 at 6:30 PM