Jan. 18, 2023

January 18, 2023

“Love is the power that holds us together and is at the center of our shared values.”
–UUA, Proposed Revision of Article II

Hello, Friends,

Just a quick note today, with some recommended reading. 

If you joined us for worship the last Sunday in November, you may recall that we talked about the work being done to update the Bylaws of the Unitarian Universalist Association (of which we are a member congregation). Over the last few years, our association has been reviewing the section of the bylaws that includes the statement of our Principles, Purpose, and Sources, with an eye to recommending changes and updates. Last fall, we talked about some draft language for some changes. Now, the Article 2 Study Commission has released their final report, including proposed revisions to Article II, to the Board of the UUA. I encourage you to read this if you’re interested in understanding Unitarian Universalism as an evolving tradition: 

Report to the UUA Board of Trustees from the Article II Study Commission (PDF)

If you’re really, really interested, you can register to attend the UUA’s January Board meeting this Friday and Saturday as an observer. Note that registration is required and should be done before 9 am CT (meetings start at 10 am CT).

One of the things that many of us noticed and discussed back in November was the inclusion of “evolution” as one of our core UU values. Well, that word has been replaced; go see! Also, the graphic representation of love and our values has been redesigned–more color and flair. (Check page 20.) 

Yours in love and transformation,

Rev. Denise
RevDenise@gnuuc.org