On the cover: “Family Portrait,” © 1998 by Laura James. Acrylic on canvas. Private Collection/The Bridgeman Art Library. www.laurajamesart.com
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Transforming the Jericho Road The Jericho Road Project links Unitarian Universalist professionals with nonprofits in struggling cities, creating a new avenue for social justice. By Michelle Bates Deakin in Life
Can Unitarian Universalism change? Our tradition has always been responsive to the needs of its time, but are we ready to adapt to our increasingly multicultural society? By Paul Rasor in Ideas
We must change We must admit that Unitarian Universalism has a specific, sometimes alienating culture, and we must change it. By Rosemary Bray McNatt in Ideas
What is 'UU culture'? Does UU culture embody our deepest values? Or does it express narrow assumptions about who truly belongs? By Christopher L. Walton in From the editor
The 'it' church From the President: If we 'get religion' we will thrive. If we don't, we will decline. By Peter Morales in From the president
Letters, Spring 2010 Readers respond to the Winter 2009 issue. By Jane Greer in Letters
Mailbox, Spring 2010 Readers defend 'hanging out,' criticize heroes of the left. By Jane Greer in Letters
Blog roundup, Spring 2010 Online responses to UU World. By Kenneth Sutton in Letters
Traffic report, Spring 2010 Top ten stories at uuworld.org. By Christopher L. Walton in Letters
Who owns your congregation? A congregation's owner isn't its board, minister, or members; it is its mission. By Dan Hotchkiss in Forum
Congregations benefit from camp experience 'Retreating and camping is a growth opportunity for Unitarian Universalism.' By Donald E. Skinner in Congregational life
Gothic ornaments crown a S.C. Unitarian church Historic landmark draws visitors, TV cameras. By Jane Greer in Spiritual landmarks
Finding spirit in the sundown The only way to prepare for facing Alzheimer's is to remain attentive to the present moment. By Laura Randall in Reflections
Ostrich egg chalices 'Precious and delicate.' By Linda Erzinger in Reflections
Creations: Pendant Artist learned to make her own chalice pendant. By Dara Schumaier in Reflections
Journey of the heart The chalice and the labyrinth. By Joyce Carey in Reflections
Chalice cable hand warmers Knitter's work reminded her of the Unitarian Universalist flaming chalice. By Alison Green Will in Reflections
The ways of the forest Everything has a job in the forest. By David Cohen in Reflections
Who are you? Do not be afraid of self-examination. By Stephen Perrault in Reflections
Families: Weave a Tapestry of Faith (pdf available)
Major changes proposed for GAFeatured online in another form: Big changes proposed for UUA's General Assembly Task force advocates fewer delegates, biennial schedule, and subsidies to boost congregational participation. By Donald E. Skinner in UU news
Schedule rearranged for 2010 GAFeatured online in another form: 2010 General Assembly will try new schedule Plenaries will be held on the weekend, workshops on Thursday and Friday. By Donald E. Skinner in UU news
Film shares UU dads' adoption storyFeatured online in another form: UU dads adopt five at-risk children New documentary focuses on the Rev. Greg Stewart, Stillman Stewart, and their five sons By Michelle Bates Deakin in UU news
UUSC raises funds for Haitian reliefFeatured online in another form: UUSC, UUA create Haitian relief fund Unitarian Universalists respond to earthquake devastation. By Donald E. Skinner in UU news
Ten-year-old UU refuses to stand for PledgeFeatured online in another form: Ten-year-old refuses to stand for Pledge of Allegiance Boy who attends Arkansas UU church protests unequal treatment of GLBT people. By Donald E. Skinner in UU news
UUA's insurance plan offers new benefitsFeatured online in another form: UUA health plan blends insurance with social justice Plan now covers 745 employees of UU congregations and organizations; new benefits added each year. By Jane Greer in UU news
CSW drafts new peacemaking statementFeatured online in another form: UUA Commission drafts new statement on peacemaking Congregations have until February 1 to approve new text for General Assembly’s consideration. By Eric Fershtman in UU news
UU minister nominated for GrammyFeatured online in another form: UU minister nominated for Grammy award The Rev. Dan Schatz honored for tribute album to UU folksinger Utah Phillips. By Michelle Bates Deakin in UU news
Congregations observe climate action dayFeatured online in another form: UU congregations observe International Day of Climate Action Unitarian Universalists insulate windows, plant flowers, organize carpools to reduce carbon footprint. By Donald E. Skinner in UU news
Gay marriage bill signed in churchFeatured online in another form: D.C. gay marriage law signed at Unitarian church Interfaith clergy coalition mobilized to promote same-sex marriage in nation’s capital. By Jane Greer in UU news
UUMA hires first executive directorFeatured online in another form: UU Ministers Association raises dues Increased funds to be used for ministerial education and new executive director position. By Donald E. Skinner
Transylvanian church gives big giftFeatured online in another form: Transylvanian partner church gives surprise gift Unitarians in Székelykeresztúr raise $10,500 for their partner church's capital campaign in Concord, Massachusetts. By Michelle Bates Deakin in UU news
Morales announces ministry reviewFeatured online in another form: Morales plans comprehensive review of UU ministry Trustees to focus on relationships with congregations; UUA’s investments rebound. By Jane Greer in UU news
Meadville Lombard may sell campusFeatured online in another form: Meadville Lombard to sell Chicago campus Unitarian Universalist seminary to discuss possible partnership with Boston-area Andover Newton Theological Seminary. By Michelle Bates Deakin in UU news
Church's $600K gift to aid hungry Brief congregational news items from the Spring 2010 issue. By Jane Greer in UU news
Sitting, with a good Buddhist novel Telling stories could be one of the most 'present' things we could do. By Kimberly French in Bookshelf
Books by UU authors, Spring 2010 A selection of recent books by Unitarian Universalists. By Eric Fershtman and Jane Greer in Books by UU authors
UU culture, identity, and congregations Questions for spiritual reflection and adult group discussions. By Jane Greer in What in the World?
Unitarian inspired popular nursery rhyme In her childhood, Mary Elizabeth Sawyer Tyler had a little lamb. By Sonja L. Cohen in Looking back
Spring 2010 audio recordings (zip file)
The last aria There is a cricket playing the violin in my bathroom. By Elizabeth Lerner Maclay
Peasant revolutionary A paradoxical power is revealed in people the world despises, in people the world deems weak. By Wendy Fitting
The DIY spiritual practice A spiritual practice my wife and I cobbled together, the Unitarian Universalist way. By Doug Muder
Who says Unitarian Universalism's Principles are easy? The UU Principles are demanding enough to make me whine. By Meg Barnhouse
The church is people It is not a body of belief, a set of principles, or an impressive structure of stone, wood, and glass. By Janet H. Bowering
Merry Christmas, Garrison Keillor! One of the great things about Unitarian Universalism is that, just as we don't all pray from the same prayer book, we don't all sing from the same hymnal. By Fred Small
Mary Daly changed my life I am not sorry that I used to be ‘one of those angry women.’ By Meg Barnhouse