Individual liberty is sometimes criticized as selfish, a failed doctrine, failing to prioritize community. However, the recent Supreme Court decision ending abortion as an individual right, now subject to legislative control, has led many of us to take a fresh look at the value of personal liberty.
What does it mean to identify as a Southern white person in today’s world? Especially if your family history goes way back, racism is not just prevalent, it is part of the song we have sung for centuries. Explore the spiritual and emotional journey of making reparations for slavery in an old Southern family and what it takes for us all to “sing a New song of the South”.
It’s great to be back in the Sanctuary! Just in time for us to host Earth Day service
Featuring your Earth Ministry Team and guest speaker Rosaleen Xiong of Georgia Interfaith Power & Light. We are proud to be partnered with GIPL and have them as our 50/50 recipient for April. … read more.
Singer/songwriter Jim Scott has written many songs in our UU hymnals. In this service, he’ll mix songs and personal reflections on the life of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and his relationship with musician, activist Pete Seeger. Jim knew Pete for 4 decades and heard … read more.
Part of UUMAN’s mission is to “Strive for Justice.” What is the real history of Unitarian Universalism’s quest for justice in the world? Are there histories that make us uncomfortable? How can we learn from our mistakes?
Transparent Day Nov. 6 (First Sunday in November), Intersex Solidarity Day/Intersex Day of Remembrance Nov. 8
The UUA’s Principles and Purposes, detailed as part of Article II of the UUA Bylaws, were last updated in 1987. Although portions of Article II have been tweaked since that time, no thorough review has been done…until now. The inclusion of an 8th Principle is being discussed as part of the recommended changes. How will we respond?
International Pronoun Day October 19 (Third Wednesday in October)
A call to hands. Also an introduction to our new Religious Exploration Director, Lexie Tangney.
Service audio (link to the UUMAN Podcast mp3, or use media player below to listen)
https://www.old.uuman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/2022-08-21AllHandsOnDeckABralley.mp3
Groveway Community Group is an organization in the heart of Roswell that has been here for over 80 years, serving unmet – but important – needs. Groveway Community is an historically Black community in Roswell that dates back to the 1800’s.
Gail Bohanan will talk about the history of the community, some from personal experience, and of the organization. This service provides a unique opportunity for us to learn our history from a different perspective.
UUMAN’s congregation joins together to share what they’re doing to ensure our planet’s continued habitability.
Service audio (link to UUMAN Podcast mp3, or use media player below)
https://www.old.uuman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2022-04-24EarthDayEarthMinistry.mp3
According to the Transgender Law Center, “First established in 2009, TransParent Day is celebrated every year on the first Sunday in November as a day to celebrate life and the love between transgender parents and their children and transgender children and their parents.” Let’s explore the significance of this day
