Growing up in the Midwest raised by Depression-era parents, my brother and I were taught the philosophy of “waste not, want not.” One never took more than one’s share. We repaired, recycled (out of necessity, not because it was a “thing”) and reused. The idea of renovating one’s kitchen because it was out of style […]
"Faith Matters" Blog
Welcome to "Faith Matters," the Monday blog written by UUCF's ministers and congregational lay leaders.
Proposed Changes to Our Principles and Purposes – Why Should We Care?
By Susan Bennett, President, UUCF Board of Directors Did you know there is a proposal to update our current Unitarian Universalist Principles with new Values in the bylaws of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA)? If not, maybe it’s time to turn your thoughtful reflection to this issue. I encourage you to read the entire Report […]
Reproductive Freedom and Social Justice: A Call to Richmond
Many UUs have told me how shocked and dismayed they were after the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Years of established rights were rolled back by the Dobbs decision. This decision continues ongoing and unpopular efforts to undermine access to reproductive health care, including abortion, making a difficult situation, especially for low-income people, even harder. […]