We covenant to affirm and promote: journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions. I love the Unitarian Universalist (UU) 8th Principle. It provides a vision and a map for how we might elevate the […]
Learning the Lessons of Truth Force
Social justice is about working together to heal the heartbreak caused by social structures beyond any individual’s control. As we face problems in the world that feel overwhelming, like war, poverty, racism, etc., it’s helpful to remember we have been here before. I’ve been wanting to talk about Gandhi for a while now. Mohandas Gandhi […]
Speaking Truth, Dispelling Lies: A Moral Call to Action in Fairfax and Beyond
On Jan. 15, MLK weekend, UUCF and partners held a virtual Teaching Truth teach-in. More than 700 people attended. The event included an amazing panel speaking up for truthful and inclusive education that puts students first. Organized by the UUCF Racial Justice Steering Committee, the idea was to host an event to counter lies coming […]