ANSWER THE CALL

What is the value of UUMFE’s work in the climate justice movement? We can answer this question through the lens of Deepa Iyer’s Social Change Ecosystem Framework. UUMFE’s climate justice leaders embody diverse roles as:

Weavers who facilitate coalitions and co-create within ecosystems;
Builders who organize programs, projects, and coalitions toward a shared vision; and
Healers who nurture the ecosystem, offering tools and practices for transformation.

We invite you to answer our call to be an active partner with UUMFE in this essential work. You can give here!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Our Annual Winter Solstice Worship

December 19, 2024

8-9pm ET | 7-8pm CT| 6-7pm MT| 5-6pm PT

The longest night of the year is a time we drop into stillness, honor the dark, release the pain and struggle of life. We also embrace the light of strength and courage. This year, UU Ministry for Earth (UUMFE) partners with the UU Service Committee (UUSC) and UU College of Social Justice (UUCSJ) to bring you worship, artistic expression, and stories from partners in Kiribati where climate justice is culture justice and disability justice.

Our guest speaker is Rev. Manish Mishra-Marzetti, UUSC Board of Trustees Co-Chair and Senior Minister of the First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor, Michigan.

During the service, we will collect an offering which will be shared between UU Ministry for Earth and UUSC’s partner Te Toa Matoa in Kiribati.

You can donate then (or now) by noting "Winter Solstice" in the memo line.

So that you can engage in artistic expression, bring with you:

Paper (blank, any size)
Pencils and erasers
Markers, colored pencils, or crayons
Optional: Gel pens, paint, or other art materials for added detail

Thanks to the Side With Love’s Climate Justice Campaign for financial support of this event.

PARTNER EVENTS

December 4 at 4pm PT / 7pm ET

Get to know the new Green Sanctuary! Join the monthly orientation session to get a better understanding of the program and learn how your congregation can engage in ongoing climate action. Green Sanctuary 2030: Mobilizing for Climate Justice can transform your congregation through climate justice! Orientation meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 4PT - 5MT - 6CT - 7ET. Register: https://bit.ly/3YUjRVT

Green Sanctuary Celebration and Call for Renewal with Pres. Sofía Betancourt

December 11 at 4pm PT / 7pm ET

Come together to celebrate 35 years of Green Sanctuary! From the 7th Principle Project to Mobilizing for Climate Justice, the Green Sanctuary process has transformed our congregations and our world. Join Pres. Sofía and friends for a celebration of Green Sanctuary and a call for renewal through Green Sanctuary 2030: Mobilizing for Climate Justice on Wednesday, December 11 at 4PT - 5MT - 6CT - 7ET. Register: https://bit.ly/40Eu3mO

UUs for Social Justice bring us:

December 17, 2024

8:00pm ET • 7:00pm CT • 6:00pm MT • 5:00pm PT

Political Scientist Hahrie Han, Ph.D

on her book, Undivided :Thoughts about Faith, Race, and Politics After the Election. Learn more and register here.

Share the Plate With UUMFE

Did you know that UU Ministry for Earth is the only UU organization dedicated solely to climate? Our work has been ongoing since 1989 - that's 35 years! We are funded by individuals, congregations, and a grant or two each year. We would be grateful for your congregation's donation. Thank you for your support.