Donald E. Skinner

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More congregations create addiction ministries
125 Unitarian Universalist congregations now offer ministries to people struggling with addiction.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.20.08

2008 Association Sunday to support theological education
October 12 UUA fundraiser will support lay theological education and ministerial training.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.6.08

Sinkford speaks to Iranian president
Peace activists meet with Iranian delegation.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.29.08

Hurricanes damage UU churches, homes in Texas
Sense of “normalcy” destroyed for many repeat hurricane victims.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.22.08

New Orleans UUs mark third anniversary of Katrina
Community Church demolishes building as New Orleans UUs find new ways to work together; Hurricane Gustav disrupts Katrina commemorations.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.1.08

UUA’s ‘New York Times’ ad affirms justice stances
Full-page ad responds to Knoxville shooting by reaffirming Unitarian Universalism’s open hearts and open doors.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.25.08

Sierra Club highlights UU environmental initiatives
National report on religious environmentalism honors Unitarian Universalist projects.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.25.08

Congregations helping other congregations
Aiding another congregation gives 'sense of supporting a larger vision of Unitarian Universalism.'
By Donald E. Skinner 8.11.08

Unitarian Universalist buildings going green
Congregations increasingly applying green building techniques.
By Donald E. Skinner 7.28.08

Two Unitarian Universalists killed in church shooting
Knoxville shooter may have been motivated by ‘hatred of the liberal movement.’
By Donald E. Skinner 7.28.08

UU congregations support extended sites
Churches nurture growth through satellite locations.
By Donald E. Skinner 7.21.08

Sinkford speaks at religious summit before G8 meeting
Interfaith gathering urges action on climate change, nuclear disarmament, and terrorism.
By Donald E. Skinner 7.14.08

UUA presidential candidates take questions at GA
Laurel Hallman and Peter Morales talk about presidential priorities.
By Donald E. Skinner 7.14.08

California Unitarian Universalists celebrate gay marriages
Unitarian Universalist couples, ministers, congregations celebrate now-legal marriages.
By Donald E. Skinner 6.23.08

UUA districts in Midwest raise funds for flood relief
Churches stay dry, but some Unitarian Universalists lose homes.
By Donald E. Skinner 6.23.08

UUA team studies resource distribution to congregations
'Congregations Come First' task force looks at ways to support Unitarian Universalist congregations.
By Donald E. Skinner 6.16.08

UUA to administer Green Sanctuary program
UUA to take over environmental program from UU Ministry for Earth
By Donald E. Skinner 6.2.08

Mother's Day for peace, as Julia Ward Howe intended
Kansas City Unitarian Universalists promote Mother's Day founder Julia Ward Howe's message of peace.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.19.08

Unitarian Universalists cheer California gay marriage ruling
UU legislative ministry’s amicus brief cited in Supreme Court’s decision authorizing same-sex marriages.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.19.08

Cedar Lane's modernist auditorium
Pietro Belluschi's design for a Unitarian Universalist church in Maryland.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.15.08

UUA considers new plans for youth ministry
Youth Ministry Working Group developing new approach, wants youth leaders 'embedded all over the place.'
By Donald E. Skinner 5.5.08

Rochester youth raise money for Mexican border town
Unitarian Universalist youth spend a night in tents to raise money.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.28.08

Unitarian Universalist congregations celebrate Earth Day
Growing environmental awareness leads to activism year-round.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.28.08

UUA ad campaign continues in 'Time'
Additional ads to run April 14, May 12; online campaign targets Google searches.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.14.08

New Orleans UU churches launch fundraising campaign
Money to be used to restore churches; separate campaign to fund ethical living center.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.7.08

Music programs key to congregational life
Growing diversity in music characterizes Unitarian Universalism today.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.31.08

Florida ad campaign boosts church attendance
Tampa Bay Unitarian Universalist churches invite visitors with postcards, billboards, TV ads.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.24.08

Two UU ministers arrested protesting war
In Washington, Sinkford urges political leaders to seek forgiveness for Iraq war; 41 arrested at March 7 interfaith rally.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.17.08

Churches sponsor drop-in centers for gay teens
Unitarian Universalist congregations in Tennessee, Utah, and Maryland affirm LGBTQ youth.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.3.08

Continental YRUU 'will be replaced,' Sinkford says
Funding cuts uncertain for youth organization; new model for youth ministry in development.
By Donald E. Skinner 2.25.08

UU mission to Kenya sees destruction firsthand
Delegation reports findings to Congress, State Department, and World Bank.
By Donald E. Skinner 2.8.08

'Survivor' seed money grows a fellowship hall
TV show prize inspires California congregation to build.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.25.08

Unitarian Universalists give $1.1 million for growth
More than 500 congregations take part in Association Sunday.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.11.08

UU minister joins Army as a chaplain
The Rev. George Tyger prepares for summer deployment.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.4.08

UU congregations home to diverse musical groups
From community bands to family choirs, musical groups enhance Unitarian Universalist congregational life.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.28.07

Murders, suicide rock Florida congregation
Five members of Clearwater Unitarian Universalist congregation dead.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.21.07

UU ads to appear in bowl game programs
Advertising campaigns launched at football games, in Tampa Bay area.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.21.07

UUA leaders respond to General Assembly security concerns
Federal security measures at the Port of Fort Lauderdale raise concerns for 2008 General Assembly.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.14.07

Fire relief fund helps California UUs recover
Unitarian Universalist contribute more than $50,000 to help California UUs in fire's aftermath.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.30.07

Winterfaith series honors diverse religious holidays
Unitarian Universalist fellowship in Illinois organizes interfaith series on winter holidays.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.30.07

Congregations welcome transgender people
Unitarian Universalist churches, General Assembly affirm transgender people.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.23.07

Oregon church plants a parking lot
Grass-porous pavement provides alternative to asphalt for Hillsboro Unitarian Universalists.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.16.07

UUA health plan ends successful first year
Rate increases for 2008 held to 4 percent; open enrollment period ends November 30.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.9.07

California UU congregations regroup as fires ebb
Few lost homes but smoke damage is extensive.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.2.07

California fires affect UU congregations
Three hundred Unitarian Universalists evacuate; no damage to UU churches reported.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.26.07

Starting a new congregation from scratch
'There are more people here interested in what we have to offer than you might think.'
By Donald E. Skinner 10.22.07

Report on youth ministry urges new vision
Three-year review of Unitarian Universalist youth ministry completed; Board to hear report.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.12.07

Independent groups adapt to loss of affiliate status
UUA board says tighter rules for independent affiliates help congregations.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.5.07

UUA launches national ad campaign in 'Time'
Regional campaign in San Francisco Bay Area advertises on 'Daily Show with Jon Stewart.'
By Donald E. Skinner 9.28.07

Scouting alternatives draw UU youth
Navigators and SpiralScouts offer inclusive programs.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.21.07

New congregation in Ohio displaced by flood
Unitarian Universalist church in Findlay, Ohio, regroups after losing possessions.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.7.07

UUs help launch New Orleans 'Resurrection Project'
Gulf Coast Unitarian Universalists gather for second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.7.07

Volunteers still needed in New Orleans
UU Service Committee takes over responsibility for coordinating UU volunteers.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.31.07

Baton Rouge church honored for hurricane relief
Congregation coordinated UU Gulf Coast relief volunteer effort.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.31.07

Mississippi church plans new building
After Hurricane Katrina swamped its lot, Gulfport UU church moves inland, attracts new members.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.24.07

Church rebuilds in Katrina's wake
Small group ministry 'the spiritual glue' that held Louisiana congregation together.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.17.07

New Orleans church slowly regains strength
First UU Church prepares to welcome new minister, finish rebuilding, and start AIDS ministry.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.3.07

New Orleans church returns to old neighborhood
Congregation moves into house next to church building ruined by Katrina flood.
By Donald E. Skinner 7.27.07

UUs 'most visible' at Florida's largest pride festival
Annual gay pride event draws more than 150 UUs from 7 congregations.
By Donald E. Skinner 7.6.07

Churches take steps toward diverse, multicultural future
Congregations respond to the General Assembly's challenge to examine race and class, embracing a multicultural future.
By Donald E. Skinner and Tom Stites 6.11.07

General Assembly to use Open Space to set UUA's course
June meeting of congregational representatives to use Open Space Technology to identify UUA's goals.
By Donald E. Skinner 6.1.07

UUA first denomination to join immigrant sanctuary movement
Unitarian Universalist Association joins movement supporting undocumented immigrants facing deportation.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.25.07

Pentacle accepted for use on V.A. tombstones
Ten-year battle ends with Wiccan victory.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.27.07

Shocked congregation grateful for help
UUs reach out to Blacksburg church reeling from Virginia Tech massacre; campus also site of UU summer conference.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.20.07

UU funds to support Gulf Coast volunteers
UUA-UUSC funds for hurricane relief now will support volunteer groups going to Gulf.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.13.07

Interfaith community groups leverage power
More than 100 Unitarian Universalist congregations participate in congregation-based community organizing.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.26.07

Florida UUs rally in support of fired city manager
Ouster of official undergoing gender reassignment captures national attention.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.16.07

Sharon Welch named provost at Meadville Lombard
Ethics scholar to lead academic program at Unitarian Universalist seminary in Chicago.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.9.07

Tennessee church loses building in fire
Religious education building of Holston Valley Unitarian Universalist Church completely destroyed, no injuries.
By Donald E. Skinner 2.23.07

Unitarian Universalists protest Iraq surge
UUA president criticizes Bush for troop increase.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.19.07

Congregations for the environment
Turning the UUA's Seventh Principle into a call to action.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.15.07

Starr King announces online leadership courses
"Seminary for the Laity" will offer courses for congregational leaders.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.12.07

$132K will help Gulf Coast community groups
December grants from UUA-UUSC Gulf Coast Relief Fund assist childcare, community leadership groups.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.12.07

Mississippi church celebrates centennial
Universalist church survives in conservative religious environment.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.5.07

Congregation pledges to halve holiday spending
Rochester, N.Y., church raises more than $60,000 for charity.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.22.06

New Gulf Coast grants total $130K
UUA-UUSC fund supports antiracism training and rebuilding projects.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.15.06

Centenarian ordained to honor long service
Muriel Davies ordained by Maryland church she founded almost 50 years ago.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.8.06

UU congregation evicted by Catholic landlord
New Jersey diocese terminates lease because of gay rights speaker.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.1.06

V.A. resists use of pentacle on tombstones
New lawsuit demands equality for Wiccan and Pagan veterans.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.1.06

Vandals target two churches’ liberal symbols
Congregations respond with forgiveness, activism, and increased security.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.24.06

Unitarian Universalists win three statewide races
Election results: Secretary of state in California and Minnesota; North Dakota reelects Senator Conrad.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.17.06

Seattle UU church honors minister
New fund recommits church to social justice.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.10.06

Cause of UU church fire unknown
Rock Tavern congregation meeting in borrowed space.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.10.06

Renewed UU funding supports New Orleans church staff
FY07 disbursements pay church staff for another year.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.27.06

Chapel finds new home at UU church
Despite city snafus, chapel moves across street.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.20.06

Big changes for General Assembly
Denomination's annual meeting reschedules Sunday worship service, will reexamine Association's purposes.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.13.06

UU astronomer's ashes en route to Pluto
Late astronomer's widow reflects on planet's demotion.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.6.06

Next round of UU grants to the Gulf
Funds used for affordable housing, worker protection, and youth outreach.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.6.06

New UUA health plan close to enrollment goal
50 more registrants needed before October 15 deadline.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.29.06

Honolulu UUs celebrate three holidays
Interfaith service held at Hawaiian capitol draws sixty.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.29.06

UUs mobilize against genocide past and present
U.S. Holocaust museum honors Unitarian couple; UUs rally for Darfur.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.22.06

Fire destroys Rock Tavern UU church
UU Congregation at Rock Tavern, N.Y., loses sanctuary and classroom buildings.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.15.06

Unitarian statue loses spot in U.S. Capitol
Statue of Thomas Starr King, Unitarian orator, to be replaced by one of Ronald Reagan.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.15.06

UUs knit baby caps to save lives
Knitting group supplies caps to newborns in developing countries.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.8.06

UU peace prize awarded to Liberian women
Prize honoring first UUA president presented at World Assembly of Religions for Peace in Japan.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.8.06

UU Weekend Warriors take on New Orleans
Baton Rouge UU group makes monthly visits to help clean up.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.29.06

New Orleans UUs mark Katrina anniversary
New Orleans congregations observe hurricane's anniversary with worship, dinner, and theater.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.29.06

New survey of UU congregations shows growth potential
Faith Communities Today survey: Number of growing churches rising, but few churches see recruitment of new members as central.
By Donald E. Skinner and Christopher L. Walton 8.21.06

Summer UU religious education programs
Children need religious education in the summer, too.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.21.06

Restructured UU Women's Federation turns to grant giving
UUWF now funds women's social justice projects instead of providing direct services to congregations.
By Jane Greer and Donald E. Skinner 8.11.06

Mississippi UU volunteer coordinator to start in August
Mission is to help UUs who want to volunteer in Mississippi
By Donald E. Skinner 7.28.06

Rochester UU church’s marriage equality banner vandalized
Church members carry torn sign in Rochester gay pride parade.
By Donald E. Skinner 7.14.06

Tree-planting ministry takes root
Simple act of planting trees can lessen global warming
By Donald E. Skinner 7.7.06

Eastern storms damage two UU churches
Church basements and rugs the victims of late-June downpours
By Donald E. Skinner 7.7.06

Community ministers help build bridges
Unitarian Universalist ministers in service and justice agencies.
By Donald E. Skinner 7.3.06

Legally married same-sex couples--two years later
UU gay and lesbian couples reflect on life after Massachusetts marriage ceremonies.
By Donald E. Skinner 6.23.06

Congregational leaders gather for training conference
First-ever 'UU University,' on eve of General Assembly, focuses on lay leadership.
By Donald E. Skinner 6.23.06

Summer volunteers welcome in New Orleans
Renovated lodging allows UU church to host volunteers.
By Donald E. Skinner 6.2.06

UUA marks Welcoming program milestone
500th Unitarian Universalist congregation votes to extend full welcome to bisexual, gay, lesbian, and transgender people.
By Donald E. Skinner 6.2.06

Immigration 'close to home' for Southwestern UUs
Border state UUs concerned about Mexican immigrant rights.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.26.06

Changes ahead for 2006 General Assembly
New this year: Leadership mini-conference, environmental impact fee, proposed changes for Statements of Conscience.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.19.06

Gulf Coast fund helps fight immigrant worker abuse
UUA-UUSC fund supports groups working for immigrant worker rights.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.12.06

Health-care coverage for uninsured church staff
New national health-care plan in the works for UU church staff.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.5.06

Church offers classes on science of evolution
In Kansas, where teaching evolution is contested, Unitarian Universalist church makes sure people know the facts.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.28.06

Reexamination of UUA Principles announced
UUA commission, trustees announce review of central covenant between congregations; mandated review is overdue.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.21.06

Light bulb program a bright idea
Pennsylvania UU congregation is a model of environmental activism.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.14.06

Survey sheds light on youth experience
Youth survey results will help congregations better attract and retain youth.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.7.06

More funds disbursed to Gulf Coast area
The UUA-UUSC Gulf Coast Relief Fund makes next round of grants.
By Donald E. Skinner 4.7.06

UU volunteers help with Gulf Coast reconstruction
UU volunteers pitch in to gut houses and clear lots; new grants bring total aid to $1.2 million.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.31.06

UUs mark anniversary of Iraq war
Unitarian Universalists mark third anniversary of the U.S. invasion of Iraq with peace vigils, rallies, and sermons.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.24.06

SRI teleconferences offer free education
The UUA’s committee on socially responsible investing sponsored three free teleconferences; more are planned.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.17.06

California church develops mental health ministry
Congregation learns how to be more sensitive to people with mental illness.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.10.06

South Dakota UUs fought state abortion ban
South Dakota's UUs are risking public censure and even harassment for protesting abortion ban.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.3.06

New hurricane-relief grants exceed $330K
Six more Gulf Coast community groups helped by UUA-UUSC fund.
By Donald E. Skinner 2.27.06

Two-year process reexamines UU youth ministry
Congregational and denominational youth programs under review.
By Donald E. Skinner 2.27.06

Work camps help rebuild Gulf Coast area
UUSC work camps give participants an up-close view of Gulf Coast destruction.
By Donald E. Skinner 2.13.06

Hurricane fund gives $750K to churches, community groups
Baton Rouge church hires 'minister to the community,' will hire volunteer coordinator for ongoing relief work.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.30.06

Unitarian church drops lawsuit over Mormon plaza deal
Congregation saw First Amendment liberties at stake, but community saw battling faiths.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.30.06

The joys and challenges of covenant groups
Some groups don't work because they weren't set up as covenant groups to begin with.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.30.06

Two dozen UU churches start podcasting
Unitarian Universalist churches broadcast sermons for the subway, coffee break, and gym.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.16.06

Hurricanes’ devastation is emotional as well as physical
Florida UUs uneasy about third stormy year; Louisiana church is hiring to help volunteers.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.2.06

UUs in 11 states forming legislative advocacy groups
Four state groups already active; work coordinated with UU Service Committee.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.26.05

Alternative gift fairs support good causes
Churches support charitable organizations by sponsoring alternative gift fairs for Christmas.
By Donald E. Skinner 12.19.05

Three UUs arrested at Capitol budget protest
Interfaith protest against proposed federal budget cuts.
By Jane Greer and Donald E. Skinner 12.19.05

Churches give away Sunday collection
Giving the entire nonpledge Sunday offering, every week, to charity increases giving and sense of community.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.28.05

140 congregations show Wal-Mart film
Many Unitarian Universalists join national economic justice campaign against retailer.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.21.05

Transylvania flood fund tops $275,000
U.S. Unitarian Universalist churches aid historic Transylvanian Unitarian communities.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.21.05

First grants to Gulf Coast community groups
Four Louisiana and Mississippi community groups serve displaced and vulnerable people affected by Hurricane Katrina.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.14.05

UU United Nations Office funds AIDS orphans
Program funds school in Ghana for children who lost parents to AIDS.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.1.05

New Orleans congregations begin healing process
Hurricane Katrina scatters, then unites Louisiana Unitarian Universalists; no church damage reported from Hurricane Wilma.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.31.05

Unitarian Universalist witch loses Supreme Court appeal
Court rejects public prayer case without comment.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.24.05

Challenge grant to aid hurricane recovery
Shelter Rock's $500,000 matching grant could push the Gulf Coast Relief Fund over $3 million.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.17.05

Minister fasts 30 days to protest Iraq war
Members of the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Syracuse, N.Y., joined the Rev. David Blanchard's fast for peace
By Donald E. Skinner 10.17.05

Parents crusade to end the death penalty
Grieving parents of an executed man devote their lives to ending capital punishment.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.17.05

UUSC, UUA establish earthquake relief fund
October 8 earthquake devastated parts of Pakistan and India, killing tens of thousands.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.17.05

Gulf Coast Relief Fund tops $2 million
Donations 'will provide immediate and long-term assistance for the most marginalized people affected by this catastrophe.'
By Donald E. Skinner 10.10.05

Hurricane relief fund reaches $1.5 million
Congregations establish partnerships to help Unitarian Universalist communities affected by hurricanes.
By Donald E. Skinner 10.3.05

Mississippi Red Cross chapter led by Unitarian Universalist
'My mission has been to live up to the image of Clara Barton,' says Red Cross staffer; Mississippi, Alabama congregations pick up after storm.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.26.05

Flooded New Orleans church a 'horrific' scene
The Rev. Marta Valentin returns for a first-hand look at a hurricane-ravaged church.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.26.05

Jason Shelton's music aims for transformation
Nashville music ministry brings new energy to Unitarian Universalist worship.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.26.05

Minister visits flooded church, reports total loss
Future of flooded New Orleans congregation uncertain; Unitarian Universalist congregations adopt affected churches and families.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.19.05

New Orleans church gathers by conference call
Growing UUA-UUSC hurricane relief fund raises $857,648; anonymous donor gives $100,000.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.13.05

UU hurricane relief effort sets $1 million goal
'Spectacular response' will aid congregations in hurricane's path, congregations helping evacuees, and agencies helping the most marginalized.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.9.05

Baton Rouge swells with displaced people
UUA president expresses outrage at government’s hurricane response; donations to UUA-UUSC fund reach $386,000.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.7.05

Volunteers worship in damaged La. church
Volunteers spend weekend fixing one New Orleans-area church; donations to UUA-UUSC relief fund top $343,708.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.6.05

New Orleans minister looks for her congregation
Unitarian Universalists donate $141,739 online in two days to help hurting congregations.
By Donald E. Skinner 9.2.05

UUs respond to hurricane's devastation
UUA sets up emergency relief fund; members open their homes to refugees from New Orleans
By Donald E. Skinner 8.31.05

New salary recommendations
Tenth anniversary of guidelines for fair compensation.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.22.05

General Assembly 2005
Sermons, music, and politics fired up the annual gathering of Unitarian Universalists.
By Donald E. Skinner and Christopher L. Walton 8.22.05

Church of the Younger Fellowship
New on-line church lets UU young adults stay connected 24/7.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.22.05

Interim ministers help ease transitions
Interim ministers help congregations make successful transitions between settled ministries.
By Donald E. Skinner 8.15.05

A Greener General Assembly
General Assembly showing a more eco-friendly face.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.1.05

Valentine campaign in California
UUs organize for marriage equality.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.1.05

Raising money through home hospitality
Congregations turn to creative fundraisers.
By Donald E. Skinner 5.1.05

UU awarded MacArthur 'genius grant'
Amy Smith, an instructor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a lifelong member of Follen Church in Lexington, Massachusetts.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.1.05

UUs establish legislative presence
California UUs lead the way with legislative ministry.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.1.04

Unitarian church sues Salt Lake City again
First Unitarian Church sues city a second time over sale of Main Street to LDS Church.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.1.03

Sharing the plate increases giving
More congregations give their Sunday offering to charity.
By Donald E. Skinner 7.1.03

Salt Lake UUs challenge Mormon control of city block
Court sides with Unitarian defense of free speech on city block purchased by LDS Church.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.1.03

Congregations commit to civil liberties
Local churches and the UUA champion civil liberties as the U.S. responds to 9/11.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.1.02

Grassroots work joins Unitarian Universalists, others
Faith-based community organizing builds alliances to make change.
By Donald E. Skinner 3.1.02

Congregation's wall of remembrance
One congregation's 9/11 wall of remembrance.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.1.02

Eleven UUs died in 9-11 attacks
Eleven who died in the attacks of 9/11.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.1.02

Unitarian Universalist responses to 9-11
Unitarian Universalist responses to 9/11 from around the world.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.1.02

UU churches in cities attacked on 9-11
Sanctuaries in cities shaken by terror.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.1.02

Ministers bring blessing to Ground Zero
Ministers bring a blessing to Ground Zero.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.1.02

UUs open their hearts in 9-11's aftermath
Unitarian Universalist congregations and volunteers respond to 9/11.
By Donald E. Skinner 1.1.02

The greening of our churches
Congregations find ways to live the Seventh Principle.
By Donald E. Skinner 11.1.01