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A Dialogue on Race and Diversity (ADORE) – Oct. 16, First U, Baltimore

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October 16, 6:00pm-9:00pm First Unitarian, Baltimore Come to A Dialogue on Race and Diversity (ADORE) for a potluck dinner, multi-media presentations, and discussion toward building the Beloved Community. This session’s focus will be led by participants of the Jubilee Anti-Racism Training held August 21–23 at Cedar Lane UU Church. Please contact Melissa Feliciano for more … Continue reading A Dialogue on Race and Diversity (ADORE) – Oct. 16, First U, Baltimore

Stand for Black Lives & Act Against Racism – Oct. 10, Bethesda, MD

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Saturday, October 10, 10am-2pm Westmoreland United Church of Christ 1 Westmoreland Circle at Mass Ave., Bethesda, MD Register $15 Lunch Fee; Childcare available when reserved by 10/4/15. All members and friends of River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation are invited to join us for a dynamic and interactive workshop with Unitarian Universalist educator Chris Crass on … Continue reading Stand for Black Lives & Act Against Racism – Oct. 10, Bethesda, MD

“Pioneering Voices: Portraits of Transgender People” October 17- November 22, Cedar Lane UU, Bethesda, MD

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October 17-November 22, Photo Exhibit Sunday, October 18, 12:30-2:00pm, Panel Discussion Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church, Bethesda, MD “Pioneering Voices” is a museum-quality exhibit of photographs and personal stories of trans* people of all ages, and their partners and children. Created by Family Diversity Projects1, the exhibit provides a moving personal introduction to trans* people … Continue reading “Pioneering Voices: Portraits of Transgender People” October 17- November 22, Cedar Lane UU, Bethesda, MD

Environmental Justice: When Only Love Is Enough by Rev. Nancy McDonald Ladd, River Road UU Church

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I grew up as a rather prayerful Catholic girl in the middle of nowhere. And perhaps more than any innate sense of justice-seeking, more than any clearly delineated theology – the hallmark of my religious sensibility in those early years was the fact that I was absolutely enamored by the beauty of the sacred. In … Continue reading Environmental Justice: When Only Love Is Enough by Rev. Nancy McDonald Ladd, River Road UU Church

Reflections on Labor Day: Automation — Job Enhancer rather than Destroyer? by Terry Steichen, UU Church of Fairfax

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Labor Day calls attention to the concern that many are worried that increasing automation within the workplace will further accelerate the already-unacceptable level of job loss.  As is clearly evident, the  growing gap between the dividend-clipping wealthy and those who make their living with real, salaried jobs is huge and still growing, exacerbating the wealth … Continue reading Reflections on Labor Day: Automation — Job Enhancer rather than Destroyer? by Terry Steichen, UU Church of Fairfax

“Express Yourself” Extravaganza – Oct. 17, UU Congregation of Fairfax, Oakton, VA

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October 17, 7:00pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax, Oakton, VA Free admission Individuals of all ages are encouraged to come dressed in the style and clothing that expresses their best self, the style they are happiest in. Sign up, by October 10, to walk the runway in the “show” or come to cheer on those who … Continue reading “Express Yourself” Extravaganza – Oct. 17, UU Congregation of Fairfax, Oakton, VA

Screenings of “The New Black” – Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Oct. 19, Columbia and Ellicott City, MD

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Thursday, September 17, 7:00pm at The Bain Center, 5470 Ruth Keeton Way in Columbia, MD
Thursday, October 15, 7:00pm at the Roger Carter Community Center, 3000 Milltowne Drive in Ellicott City, MD
Thursday, October 29, 7:00pm at the Howard County Library System Central Branch, 10375 Little Patuxent Parkway in Columbia, MD
Directed, produced and written by Yoruba Richen, “The New Black” tells the story of the historic fight to win marriage equality in Maryland and charts the evolution of this divisive issue within the black community.

UUSJ Delivers a Letter from UUA President Morales to the State Department

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From left: Allen Keiswetter, UU Church of Arlington, VA; Lavona Grow, Board Chair of UUSJ; Shaun Casey, Office of Religion and Global Affairs; Liora Danan, Chief of Staff to Mr. Casey; Rev. Terry Ellen, Towson, MD; Doris Marlin, All Souls Unitarian, Washington DC; Chris Graham, Cedar Lane UU Congregation, Bethesda, MD; Christine Li, Department of … Continue reading UUSJ Delivers a Letter from UUA President Morales to the State Department

Equality Maryland’s Future Takes Shape with New Leaders

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Yesterday the Directors of Equality Maryland voted to continue the organization’s work to improve the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Marylanders, electing a transitional board and continuing the leadership of Acting Director Keith Thirion.