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“Katz’s III", (2001) by Max Ferguson. Oil on panel. ©Private collection/The Bridgeman Art Library.
Carolyn McDade's spirit of life Unitarian Universalism's most beloved song, the woman who wrote it, and the communities that sustain her spirit. By Kimberly French in Life
Not my father's religion If my working-class father started attending a UU church, I'm not sure who he'd talk to. By Doug Muder in Ideas
Environment and diversity themes of General Assembly Report on the Unitarian Universalist Association's 2007 annual meeting. By Christopher L. Walton and Tom Stites in News
Voices from GA Selected quotations from the 2007 UUA General Assembly. By Kenneth Sutton in News
Open Space process informs UUA goals General Assembly experiments with new meeting process. By Sonja L. Cohen in News
Independent magazines take a hit New postal rules treat small periodicals unfairly. By Christopher L. Walton in From the editor
We are better together The UUA's comprehensive fundraising campaign will support the growth of Unitarian Universalism in many dimensions. By William G. Sinkford in Our calling
Letters, Fall 2007 Readers respond to the Summer 2007 issue. By Jane Greer in Letters
Mailbox, Fall 2007 Thoughts on Buddhism, feminist history, and Margaret Fuller. By Jane Greer in Letters
Blog roundup Online responses to 'UU World.' By Jane Greer and Christopher L. Walton in Letters
Even secular parents are religious educators If you don't answer your children's religious questions, someone else will—and you may not like the answers they provide. By Roberta M. Nelson in Forum
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 in Congregational life
Spiritual landmark in Second Life Building a Unitarian Universalist church in a virtual reality world. By Jane Greer in Spiritual landmarks
Once and for all Watching a loved one fade into dementia and yearning for grace. By Kathleen McTigue in Reflections
The collector Personal iconography. By Beth Sobel in Reflections
The death of li'l Anthrax A more vicious little creature you could hardly imagine. By Barbara Merritt in Reflections
Sacred words imperfect #4 Distorted, hidden, but sacred. By Tupper Malone in Reflections
Sitting between the extremes Why a journalist writes haiku. By Tom Stites in Reflections
Four haiku Natural moments in seventeen syllables. By Tom Stites in Reflections
Confessions of a prodigal volunteer Finding new life after burning out at church. By Elizabeth Weber in Reflections
UUA honors antiracism advocateFeatured online in another form: Leon Spencer honored with UUA's highest award Pioneer in UUA's antiracism and antioppression efforts recognized. By Michelle Bates Deakin in UU news
UUA signs on to New Sanctuary MovementFeatured online in another form: New immigrant sanctuary movement calls for 'prophetic hospitality' Unitarian Universalist Association joins movement supporting undocumented immigrants facing deportation. By Donald E. Skinner in UU news
Florida UUs turn out in force for prideFeatured online in another form: 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 in UU news
Youth group practices philanthropy Pay It Forward project gives Boise youth opportunity to invest in others. By Michelle Bates Deakin in UU news
Playground uses Seven PrinciplesFeatured online in another form: New playground illustrates UU Seven Principles Fort Worth Unitarian Universalists design and build Principles-themed playground. By Michelle Bates Deakin in UU news
Blacksburg shootings rememberedFeatured online in another form: 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 in UU news
Unitarian Universalist spiritual directors form network Network can help religious liberals find a spiritual director. By Michelle Bates Deakin in UU news
UUs reduce carbon emissionsFeatured online in another form: UUs get serious about carbon offsets Congregations and individuals explore ways to reduce carbon emissions. By Michelle Bates Deakin in UU news
Fidelity 'Out of Sudan'Featured online in another form: UUA pressures Fidelity over Sudanese investments President Sinkford calls for change of policy at UUA’s fund manager; retirement plan holders urged to change funds. By Jane Greer in UU news
UU seminaries to see cuts in UUA fundingFeatured online in another form: UUA board cuts funds to seminaries Board approves plan to develop new approach to supporting theological education. By Tom Stites in UU news
UU affiliates undergo new scrutinyFeatured online in another form: UUA board approves two affiliates At post-GA meeting, board discusses controversial new criteria for independent affiliate organizations. By Tom Stites in UU news
Liberal theology, vibrant but hidden Unitarian Universalism was liberal theology's first home, but we have neglected it lately. By Christopher L. Walton in Bookshelf
Documenting the gay marriage revolution A photographic history of same-sex marriage in Massachusetts. By Christopher L. Walton in Bookshelf
Passionate, unfiltered voices about ministry New book about congregations and ministers working together. By Kenneth Sutton in Bookshelf
Jesus for UU children New book offers a Unitarian Universalist view. By Christopher L. Walton in Bookshelf
Books by UU authors, Fall 2007 A selection of books written by Unitarian Universalists. By Jane Greer in Books by UU authors
Singing, 'Open Space,' and reconciliation Questions for spiritual reflection and adult group discussions. By Jane Greer in What in the World?
Quillen Shinn, Universalist circuit rider Our Universalist forebears ranged far and wide. By Kimberly French in Looking back
Fireworks at the wedding Fireworks and church may not seem to go together, but in my family they do. By Meg Barnhouse
Drops of water turn a mill Does the Internet Age augur a revival of liberal religion? By Doug Muder
Excess baggage I decided that this was an auspicious moment to have a discussion with my older child about 'nonmaterialism.' By Barbara Merritt
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