The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Phoenix strives to be a spiritual community for our time, focused on diverse theological perspectives, radical inclusion, and knowing that issues of justice and equity shape everything we do.
With a special awareness for those who have been historically marginalized, we welcome all, of every race, class, ethnicity, immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious background, mental and physical ability and disability. We welcome your whole self, your family into our worship as we build a community of caring, courage, and hope.
We are passionate about anti-racism, anti-oppression, equality, and justice work. Social justice is not just a component of our ministry; it is embedded into every part of us. We strive for a multicultural anti-oppression presence in every aspect of what we do, including worship, outreach, and even committee work.
It is almost the beginning of Pride Month, and our Progress Pride Flag has been taken. I find it interesting that in these times, that the Black Lives Matter sign hasn’t been taken, when surely we are still seeing signs of rampant and institutionalized racism and people are still working adamantly against it. The No
Have you ever thought about attending the General Assembly? Did you know that it is free if you just want to be a delegate? Did you know that this year we’ll be voting on moving forward with the new UU Principles and Values? Do you know we’ll also be voting for the UUA’s next President–the
On the week of the anniversary of my call as your minister, I was heartened, moved and comforted by your singing, hugs and support at the end of last week’s service. After a couple of intense months of ministry and loss in our congregation, it is good to be reminded that we’re in this together.
Last Sunday we had a meeting of our Program Council, which is the heads of a majority of our teams, committees and small groups. Thanks to Lydia Yanak, our new head of the Program Council, we met for the first time in almost a year. In our introduction, we had everyone talk about what they
We need at least two weeks of Earth Day. After all, our earth is on fire due to human activity. Report after report says that our window to do something about it is quickly closing. I am truly concerned that we humans don’t have the will to do what it takes to change the course
Next Wednesday is Lesbian Visibility Day. I came out as a lesbian in my mid-40’s. I almost came out when I was 20, but then suppressed it and it took me another 20 years to fully own my sexual orientation. While I proudly consider myself part of the lesbian community, I prefer the word queer