Leading Comments from the Regional Lead
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We continue to live in interesting times. The pull of anxiety can sometimes sideline understanding. But it's in these times of challenge and discomfort that we most need grace from others and they deserve compassion from us. There is much to be concerned about. But it is also a time to celebrate and appreciate the small favors granted, the minor victories achieved, and any halting progress we make on our journey. Embedded in our experience is the worst that we fear and the best we can hope for. Which you find sometimes depends on which you look for.
We acknowledge and join in grieving the losses suffered by so many, in so many ways, during this period. We also have witnessed incredible support, ingenuity and resilience in the face of the challenges. The UUA continues to post
news
and
resources
to help congregations navigate the shifting landscape that has evolved in response to the pandemic. We invite you to share your insights, experiences and inspirations using this
form
.
We don’t want to be coercive. We want to be connected. We don’t want to be invasive. We want to be available. So, you will hear from us again through the newsletter or on Facebook. You may receive another email inquiry, like last month, from field staff ensuring you can find us if you need us. You may get a call from the Regional Advisory Council asking how you are experiencing these times. You might even hear from (or make a call to) a nearby congregation to offer support and succor. But whether any or all those things happen, know that you are not alone.
Blessed be.
Woullard Lett
New England Regional Lead
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UUA President Susan Frederick-Gray shared a
GA message
with our communities.
How might this year's GA be unique under the circumstances? Get involved to find out!
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While this era has many challenges, it also brings opportunities for us to realize just how interconnected we really are.
UUs from all over the country are now live-streaming worship! If you are among them, you can add your congregation to this list.
Consider dropping in on congregations you might never have a chance to visit otherwise!
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How We Thrive:
an online revival of hope, song, and determination
Tues, May 12, 7pm EST
What does it mean to practice our principles during a pandemic? What are we doing to guarantee free and fair elections in states targeted by voter suppression?
Join LIVE for a special update from UU the Vote on
Thursday, May 12 at 7 pm ET.
This event will feature musicians from across the country, a message from UUA President Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray, and opportunities for you to get involved and make meaningful impacts in 2020!
Register today!
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Anti-racist/Multicultural Ministries
Tues, May 19, 7pm - 8:30pm
ONLINE
After beginning relationships of accountability with leaders of color, white people doing anti-racism work may take on a variety of roles: allies, accomplices, partners. How can relationships founded in accountability be maintained over time? What is needed in order for people to grow into and deepen their capacity in these roles?
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Update MyUUA!
MyUUA keeps UU community up-to-date on your congregation's leadership, so the right folks get the right info at the right time.
As you hold your annual meeting this spring or summer, please remember to update staff and/or leadership changes for FY2021 in
MyUUA.org
. Email addresses and full names are important, so they can be contacted as needed!
If you have questions, please contact the Data Adm
inistrator in Information Technology Services at
data_services@uua.org
, or
(617) 948-4654
.
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UUA LGBTQ+ Uplift Blog Storytelling Project
UPLIFT
is doing a storytelling project throughout the COVID-19 crisis, giving a platform to LGBTQIA+ UUs to share reflections and stories about their lives during the pandemic.
They will feature reflections from members of the Unitarian Universalist LGBTQ+ community about their lives during the COVID-19 outbreak on their Uplift blog and newsletter. If you would like to be featured, please fill out the
UPLIFTing from a Distance submission form
.
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Facilitation Services for Virtual Leadership Retreats and Meetings
The New England Region’s team of skilled peer facilitators is ready and available to serve your needs for facilitation of online retreats or special leadership meetings. See our
Support Services webpage
for description of Board and Leadership Retreat facilitations services, and use the
brief request form
to tell us about the event you are considering. A staff member will follow up to help you adapt your event expectations for an online format, and match you with a peer facilitator to work collaboratively with you in design, preparation, and facilitation of your event.
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Life is full of hard edges and complicated choices. Braver/Wiser gives you weekly message of courage and compassion for life as it is. Every Wednesday we deliver an original written reflection by a contemporary religious leader, and brief prayer, grounded in Unitarian Universalism.
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List of Resources for COVID-19
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About the New England Region
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and to our UUA Annual Program Fund make all of our work possible.
We offer
learning opportunities
throughout the New England Region for congregational members, lay leaders, and religious professionals.
Know someone at church who would like to subscribe?
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Contact us!
(617) 948-6415
newengland@uua.org
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