On the cover: Thomas Jefferson Writing the Declaration of Independence, (1898) by Howard Pyle. Oil on canvas. From “The Story of the Revolution” by Henry Cabot Lodge, published in Scribner’s Magazine (March 1898). Delaware Art Museum, Wilmington, USA/Howard Pyle Collection/The Bridgeman Art Library.
America's founding faiths The separation of church and state in America grew out of competing visions of divine order and sacred liberty that divided the nation's founders and its religious communities. By Forrest Church in Ideas
Sketches of Crete When a Unitarian Universalist minister moves to the island of Crete, a sense of humor builds a bridge across cultures. By Robert Fulghum in Life
Spirited defender Karen Tse's human rights ministry is helping to eradicate torture. By Michelle Bates Deakin in Life
Books that amplify our voices This issue of 'UU World' highlights books worth sharing. By Christopher L. Walton in From the editor
Announcing a national ad campaign Taking our message to the general public. By William G. Sinkford in Our calling
Letters, Winter 2007 Readers respond to the Fall 2007 issue. By Jane Greer in Letters
Mailbox, Winter 2007 Article about class and liberal religion hits a nerve. By Jane Greer in Letters
Blog roundup Online responses to 'UU World.' By Jane Greer in Letters
The War on Drugs' war on families A documentary film shows the tragic consequences of mandatory minimum sentences. By Melissa Mummert in Forum
Congregations welcome transgender people Unitarian Universalist churches, General Assembly affirm transgender people. By Donald E. Skinner in Congregational life
Recycling an old church Elements from a 1911 church are incorporated into a new sanctuary for Unitarian Universalists in Peoria. By Jane Greer in Spiritual landmarks
One thing I am sure of 'God is not less kind, less committed, or less merciful than a Maine game warden.' By Kate Braestrup in Reflections
Chairs at Bodie Capturing a human absence. By Amy Cooper in Reflections
My Ostraka: History I Reinterpretations of Athena. By Cynthia Kukla in Reflections
What is sacred? The relationship of all living things. By Patrick O'Neill in Reflections
What is evil? Unitarian Universalism's view of human nature is grounded in human possibility rather than pathology. By Patrick O'Neill in Reflections
Feeling like an exile A psalm for people whose beliefs are minority views. By John Nichols in Reflections
On the death of a child Buddhist wisdom honors a brief life. By James Ishmael Ford in Reflections
UUA starts national ad campaignFeatured online in another form: 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 in UU news
UUA board to discuss groups' affiliate statusFeatured online in another form: Independent groups adapt to loss of affiliate status UUA board says tighter rules for independent affiliates help congregations. By Donald E. Skinner in UU news
'Resurrection Project' planned for New OrleansFeatured online in another form: UUs help launch New Orleans 'Resurrection Project' Gulf Coast Unitarian Universalists gather for second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. By Donald E. Skinner in UU news
Racism subject of Md. church group's playFeatured online in another form: Racism subject of church group's play Dignity Players tackle social justice themes in Annapolis. By Jane Greer in UU news
UU sexologist debates Bill O'ReillyFeatured online in another form: UU sexologist faces off against Bill O'Reilly The Rev. Debra Haffner promotes comprehensive sexuality education for all ages. By Michelle Bates Deakin in UU news
UU conducts first Iowa gay weddingFeatured online in another form: UU minister performs Iowa's first same-sex wedding Gay couple married by Unitarian Universalist minister before court blocked other weddings. By Jane Greer in UU news
Jena Six case draws response from UUs, UUAFeatured online in another form: Louisiana UUs decry racism in 'Jena Six' case Two Unitarian Universalist congregations protest racial injustice. By Jane Greer in UU news
Fire, flood for two small churchesFeatured online in another form: New congregation in Ohio displaced by flood Unitarian Universalist church in Findlay, Ohio, regroups after losing possessions. By Donald E. Skinner in UU news
Young adults consider service and spiritualityFeatured online in another form: Young adult summer internships combined service, spirituality 14 UU college students took part in Summer of Spirituality and Service. By Jane Greer in UU news
Star opens after unexpected closureFeatured online in another form: Star Island reopens after unexpected closure Popular N.H. summer conference center cleared by fire chief; executive director resigns. By Jane Greer in UU news
Forgotten story of America's whites-only towns James Loewen documents the rise of 'sundown towns' and their enduring legacy. By Dan Carter in Bookshelf
Books by UU authors, Winter 2007 A selection of books written by Unitarian Universalists. By Jane Greer in Books by UU authors
Sharing books, living in exile, and church vs. state Questions for spiritual reflection and adult group discussions. By Jane Greer in What in the World?
'Twilight Zone' writer challenged prejudice Rod Serling, a Unitarian, confronted prejudice with innovative television scripts. By Kimberly French in Looking back
Pete Stark's untroubled humanism Regaled by a secularist group for his nontheism, the Unitarian Congressman can't fathom what the fuss is about. By Doug Muderin UU news
The floating life Going with the flow sounds nice, until the river tries to kill you. By Meg Barnhouse
Psst: 'The Secret' isn't total bunk Despite the silly 'science' and fake experts on the hit DVD, some of The Secret's advice actually helped me. By Fred Small