uuworld.org: latest stories https://www.uuworld.org The Magazine of the Unitarian Universalist Association – Liberal religion and life. en https://www.uuworld.org/themes/custom/b5_uua/images/logos/uuworld_logo_square_white_on_lblue.png uuworld.org: latest stories https://www.uuworld.org 'I Am Not Alone’: Minister Reflects on Historic UUA Statement, Faithful Dissent https://www.uuworld.org/articles/sara-lawall-civil-disobedience-unitarian-universalism Seen through an office window: Three protesters holding hands in front of a law enforcement official.

Sara LaWall

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After her arrest during a protest of anti-trans legislation, Rev. Sara LaWall explains why civil disobedience is deeply rooted in her UU faith.

]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Sara LaWall https://www.uuworld.org/articles/sara-lawall-civil-disobedience-unitarian-universalism Ahead of the 2026 Midterms, Solidarity Summits Offer Democracy and Justice Trainings https://www.uuworld.org/articles/uu-vote-solidarity-summits An image of Nicole Pressley, Organizing Strategy Director of Side With Love, speaking at a Solidarity Summit in Tennessee.

Ethan Loewi

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Learn where the Side With Love and UU the Vote summits are happening and how to get involved.

]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:30:00 -0400 Ethan Loewi https://www.uuworld.org/articles/uu-vote-solidarity-summits With Its Deep Commitment to Shared Ministry, a New York Congregation Creates Opportunities for Joy https://www.uuworld.org/articles/shared-ministry-binghamton-new-york Two people embrace in a UU congregation sanctuary.

Elaine McArdle

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In Binghamton, laughter, hope, and multigenerational connection build a thriving community.

]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Elaine McArdle https://www.uuworld.org/articles/shared-ministry-binghamton-new-york Moment of Reflection: Our Bodies, A Shrine https://www.uuworld.org/articles/our-bodies-shrine-karen-g-johnston Eight people protesting outside of an ICE facility in Williston, Vermont.

Karen G. Johnston

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Scenes from an anti-ICE protest in Vermont.

]]> Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Karen G. Johnston https://www.uuworld.org/articles/our-bodies-shrine-karen-g-johnston Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Alaska Does Things the Fairbanks Way https://www.uuworld.org/articles/fairbanks-alaska-unitarian-universalist-congregation A modern, wood structure with lots of angles and a bright, red door. The building stands amid trees and a sky with fluffy clouds.

Jana Peirce

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A quirky, resilient congregation with an independent streak has forged its own path.

]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Jana Peirce https://www.uuworld.org/articles/fairbanks-alaska-unitarian-universalist-congregation A Spiritual Home for All: UUs Adapt Historic Buildings to Increase Accessibility https://www.uuworld.org/articles/uus-adapt-historic-buildings An image of The Meeting House, the building of the First Unitarian Society in Madison, Wisconsin, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.

Heather Beasley Doyle

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Three congregations share how they created more inclusive gathering spaces.

]]> Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Heather Beasley Doyle https://www.uuworld.org/articles/uus-adapt-historic-buildings ‘What We Are Willing to Risk’: UU Minister Arrested at Anti-ICE Protest in Vermont Says Public Pressure Will Continue https://www.uuworld.org/articles/uu-minister-arrested-vermont-ice-protest An image of five faith leaders kneeling in protest outside of ICE’s National Criminal Analysis and Targeting Center in Willston, Vermont.

Ethan Loewi

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Rev. Karen G. Johnston reflects on her arrest and what comes next for the movement.

]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:10:00 -0400 Ethan Loewi https://www.uuworld.org/articles/uu-minister-arrested-vermont-ice-protest Moment of Reflection: Without the Trinity of Heat, Light, and Water https://www.uuworld.org/articles/trinty-light-heat-julia-c-spring A midcentury building with a curved driveway surrounded by trees and landscaping.

Julia C. Spring

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After diligent fundraising, a growing congregation dedicates its new building.

]]> Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Julia C. Spring https://www.uuworld.org/articles/trinty-light-heat-julia-c-spring ‘This Is My Church’: Any Space Can Be a Spiritual Home for Those Gathered https://www.uuworld.org/articles/my-church-nancy-mcdonald-ladd The church building of Bull Run Unitarian Universalists in Manassas, Virginia.

Nancy McDonald Ladd

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The people who show up for each other make places sacred.

]]> Sat, 26 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Nancy McDonald Ladd https://www.uuworld.org/articles/my-church-nancy-mcdonald-ladd Photos: UU Congregations Show Us Where They Gather https://www.uuworld.org/articles/uu-congregation-architecture-photos A composite photo of four different UU buildings.

Staff Writer

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Check out some of the interesting places UUs worship.

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