Unitarian Universalist

Church of Loudoun

What a wonderful week this has been for celebrating democracy! Many thanks and kudos to Ann Marie and her Democracy group for sending an incredible 3,100 letters to registered, infrequent voters!

While we are riding this high, we can't let go of our focus on the future of democracy and justice in the United States. As a wise woman (our indefatigable Natalie) once said, "This is just the first step. We need to hold our elected officials accountable to their campaign promises and to the law."

On the ballot in several states were candidates and measures hoping to curb data center development. We know this is a hot-button issue for our community, and we want to understand this very local issue from a UU perspective. Coming up on Sunday, we need your presence, with a diversity of viewpoints, openness, curiosity, and with Love at the center to discuss how data centers affect Loudoun, the good and the bad.

Snacks will be provided!

Easy Actions

Join Equality Loudoun at 6pm on Friday, November 20th for their Transgender Day of Remembrance Vigil to honor the lives lost to anti-transgender violence, reflect together, and create space for remembrance, solidarity, and community connection.

Sign the petition to stop the CyrusOne data center in Broadlands. Because of outdated zoning ordinances, CyrusOne secured administrative, by-right approvals to build a nearly 1-million square foot data center near homes and schools without any opportunity for public hearing.

Introducing UUA Mosaic Anti-Racism Discussions

AJC's Racial Justice group is excited to offer a series of anti-racism courses starting in February. Anti-racist and anti-oppression education is a lifelong journey. No matter where you are in that journey, we invite you to join us to explore the UUA Mosaic curriculum as we learn more about ourselves, our community, and our world through the lens of anti-racism.

These facilitated small group discussions are open to any interested adult, and will be offered in sections throughout 2027 and 2028. Our first batch of discussions will be held on periodic Thursday evenings from early February to early April. This will be a safe space for UUs of all races to foster belonging and liberation, explore and learn together, and transition from learning to practice as we address white supremacy head-on.

Keep an eye out for your chance to sign up for this important new opportunity for engagement.

2/4/27: Mixing and Huddling

2/18/27: The History of Racism and Anti-Blackness in UUism

3/4/27: What Would it Take to Co-Create an Anti-Racist UUism?

3/18/27: What is White Entitlement?

4/1/27: Addressing Historical and Contemporary Wrongs

Questions? Reply to this email and we'll be happy to help!

Can you help with composting?

You might have noticed the new composting bin near the coffee station at church! Many thanks to Natalie and Ann Marie for spearheading this effort, but as with everything at UUCL, we need volunteers to help sustain the effort. Reply directly to this email if you are able and willing to take compost on Sundays or after larger events, either for your home compost or to drop-off sites in Leesburg or at the County Landfill.

Please reply to this email with any questions, ideas, or concerns. 
We'll respond as soon as we're able.