[Fuusmchat] Fwd: Join us as we engage with the 250th anniversary of the United States

Mon May 4 10:05:07 CDT 2026

I'm back, and the weekly update is forthcoming.  Meanwhile, here are some
upcoming virtual events from the UUA that might interest you.

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*May 11: **The Gathering - What’s Next After May Day?*
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This month, we’ll strategize about the specific roles congregations can
play in building the organization and power we need to force our government
to put our families over billionaire fortunes. Get inspired by stories of
congregations running strike schools, mapping and mobilizing their
resources; and strengthen your spirit with music from Soren Austenfeld. The
Gathering is Side With Love’s monthly event to strengthen your spirit, make
sense of the threats to democracy, and take meaningful action alongside
others! Join us on May 11 at 8pm ET / 4pm PT.
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*May 18: **Undermining Pillars of Support: 4th Amendment Wedge Strategy
Training*
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How do we stop the authoritarian administration from becoming full on
fascism? This hands on workshop will overview some of the answer: Pillars
of Support, non-cooperation, and strategy to defeat authoritarianism. Then
we’ll talk specifically how UUs can play a key role in growing networks of
Fourth Amendment Workplaces, helping employers and workers understand their
rights if ICE shows up. We’ll send you out with training and materials to
recruit your local businesses to take a stand while building relationships
within your congregation and community. Co-sponsored with UU Justice PA. Join
us on May 18 at 6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT.
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*June 8: **The Gathering - Declarations of Democracy*
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On June 8th the Gathering will engage with the 250th anniversary of the
United States and the prophetic call this moment places before us as people
of faith.

This is more than reflection. It is a faithful act of proclamation. Our
spiritual traditions remind us that prophecy is not about predicting what
will come but courageously speaking truth into the present and calling new
worlds into being.

As we mark this milestone in U.S. history, let us ask with spiritual
clarity: What are we building for the future of democracy? Through
declaration, witness, and shared action, we join in the sacred work of
building a democracy that serves all of us. Join us June 8 at 8pm ET / 5pm
PT
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This session of The Gathering will kick off a 2026 learning series that
examines the limits and possibilities of American democracy so we can begin
shaping a multiracial, interdependent democracy where everyone can thrive.
Together with faith leaders, organizers, and scholars, we will tell the
truth about the stories that formed this nation, confront narratives that
have justified exclusion, and create new ones rooted in solidarity,
collective power, and shared freedom.

The Gathering is Side With Love's monthly event to strengthen your spirit,
make sense of the threats to democracy, and take meaningful action
alongside others! Join us live or watch the recording later, every second
Monday of the month at 8pm ET / 5pm PT / 4pm AT / 2pm HT.  Register at
sidewithlove.org/the-gathering.
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*Opportunities / Announcements*

*Accepting Applications for our Climate Justice Fellowship*

The Unitarian Universalist Association is hiring a part time Climate
Justice Fellow to support the Climate Justice organizing on the Side With
Love Organizing Strategy Team.  This position would be ideal for a
seminarian, grad student, community minister, or others looking for part
time work, especially those interested in climate as a social justice
issue, community organizing, working with faith communities, or approaching
climate justice from a systems perspective.

The Fellowship is fully remote, with a flexible schedule of 19 hours/week,
$23/hour through July 2027 with the possibility of extension. If you are
excited about this role but are unsure whether you meet 100% of the
requirements, we encourage you to inquire and/or apply. Please submit your
resume and cover letter via our applicant portal (ADP WorkforceNow) on
uua.org/jobs
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<careers at uua.org?subject=Climate+Justice+Fellow>.

*Resources*

*Creating Hubs of Resilience - Resources from April Gathering*

In the midst of extreme weather and climate disruption, our congregations
and communities can be powerful hubs of care, connection, and critical
infrastructure. Rachel Myslivy, Side With Love’s Climate Justice
Strategist, explored how “hubs of resilience” are adaptive to and grounded
in their context and we heard stories of how folks are creating spaces that
are not only prepared to provide critical support in times of crisis but
also generate deeper partnerships and expanded possibilities in their
communities. Artivist Canedy Knowles ground us in movement and
possibility. Watch
the recording & check out the resources.
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