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 Opening Doors and Creating Activism: A UU Youth’s Fight Against Homelessness https://www.uuworld.org/articles/youth-activism-skye-larson-unitarian-universalism A young person with long blonde hair and wearing a blue dress speaks at a podium.

Miya Lasher

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Skye Larson gives sermons and speeches to raise money for homeless shelters and organizations.

]]> Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Miya Lasher https://www.uuworld.org/articles/youth-activism-skye-larson-unitarian-universalism Interfaith Groups Can Sue Trump Administration to Stop ICE Arrests at Houses of Worship, Federal Court Rules https://www.uuworld.org/articles/immigration-houses-worship-lawsuit-ice A photo of a flaming UU chalice.

Elaine McArdle

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The Unitarian Universalist Association, among the plaintiffs, pledges to continue its “faithful dissent against such oppression.”

]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:00:00 -0400 Elaine McArdle https://www.uuworld.org/articles/immigration-houses-worship-lawsuit-ice Being Each Other’s ‘Get-Back Coaches' Means Pulling One Another from the Brink to Survive https://www.uuworld.org/articles/berry-street-essay-jami-yandle A football on a football field.

Jami A. Yandle

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Football, Southern organizing, and trans communities can teach us about how interconnectedness keeps people alive.

]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Jami A. Yandle https://www.uuworld.org/articles/berry-street-essay-jami-yandle '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 Journeys of Deeper Joy: UU Roleplaying Game Brings Adventure to Religious Education https://www.uuworld.org/articles/journeys-deeper-joy-game-religious-education A map of Covenantia with landmarks labeled, such as the Canyons of Deeper Sharing, Tepid Bay, Healing Springs, Forest of Affirmation, and Covenant Lighthouse.

Ethan Loewi

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Inspired by the “Deeper Joy” formation model for religious education, a new game based in UU values has arrived in congregations.

]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Ethan Loewi https://www.uuworld.org/articles/journeys-deeper-joy-game-religious-education 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.

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