[Green] Fwd: There is always time for love in our movements

Tue Feb 20 10:26:28 CST 2024

Thanks, Dawn

This is an inspiring message. I think we made a constructive step in this
direction at our CCL meeting last evening--just in that short time we
developed some strong relationships--and our progress is well documented
thanks to your note taking!

George & Gwen Banziger; 740-434-5685; 740-434-3354 (mobile)

On Tue, Feb 20, 2024 at 10:20 AM Dawn Hewitt, FUUSM office assistant via
Green <green at fuusm.org> wrote:

>
> Dear Greenies,
>
> Once again, there is so much potentially good, helpful, worthy, inspiring
> stuff in this message. I just don't have time to go through it all. If any
> of  you have a spare 1/2 hour to read this message and follow promising
> links, I urge you to do so and bring them back to the rest of us--things we
> might want to pursue or get involved in.
>
> --dawn
> ---------- Forwarded message ---------
> From: Rachel Myslivy, Create Climate Justice <environment at uua.org>
> Date: Fri, Feb 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM
> Subject: There is always time for love in our movements
> To: Dawn Hewitt <fuusm.office at gmail.com>
>
>
> Build community, learn, get inspired, and move forward together with love
> at the center of our climate actions
>
> View this email as a webpage.
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>
> Dear Dawn,
>
> Over the next couple of weeks you may hear murmurs of a gathering for UUs
> to deepen our commitments to climate justice… in the coming months, we hope
> those murmurs will turn into a cacophony of excitement around the UU
> Climate Revival. Reimagine Together: From an Extractive Age to a New Era
> will connect our congregations through inspiring collective worship,
> creative learning, new frameworks at the intersection of climate and
> justice, and the chance to weave together the threads that have always
> linked our deepest commitments. Two words for you: “Stay Tuned!” Or maybe
> three words are better: “Don’t miss this!”
>
> As we’ve been envisioning this powerful event, I am now (and forever!)
> reflecting on the question: how can we center love in the climate movement?
> For me, it’s all about relationships. *I do not want to build the world
> that is right for me, I want to collaboratively cultivate a world where all
> communities thrive. *
>
> This means shifting from a singular mindset, a narrow focus, a myopic
> vision into an expansive reimagining, an abundance of possibility, and -
> yes, friends - collective liberation *for all*. There is no quick and
> easy fix to the problems of our world today. For me, there are unbounded
> possibilities when I recognize that *I alone do not have the answer* . Of
> course, I can’t single handedly solve the complex, interconnected crisis
> that is climate change, but goodness sometimes it’s easy to fall into that
> mindset. There’s no time! There’s no time! I am here to remind us all that
> there is always time for love in our movements.
>
> When it feels like everything in the world is on fire and my heart breaks
> with the enormity of it all while my task list has more than I can get done
> in a year of Sundays, it can be tempting to push forward as fast as
> possible. Still, if I do that, and you do that, and everyone pushes forward
> independently with no regard for anyone else, well, you can see where that
> gets us. For me, this means embracing curiosity, humility, and grace.
> Spending time with colleagues to learn about who they are, what their
> vision is, how they think we should move forward, so that when we do move
> forward, we move forward together. Does it take more time to build
> relationships? Does it slow down the work? Yes. Is it worth it? Absolutely.
>
> I find grounding and renewal in Viktor Frankl’s quote, “Between stimulus
> and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our
> response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” Today, I invite
> you all to pause. *Slow down*. Reflect on how you can center love in your
> actions. I promise your next thought, your next response, your next move
> will be all the better for it.
>
> And as we all move forward refreshed and grounded in love, I hope to see
> you at any one of the many nourishing and inspiring events in the coming
> months. From Renewing Environmental Justice Commitments with Green
> Sanctuary 2030 to the Inflation Reduction Act Peer Learning Circle or even
> just taking a break to watch the recording of Reimagining with Energy
> Democracy, we have several opportunities to build community, learn, get
> inspired, and move forward together with love at the center of our climate
> actions.
>
> In community,
>
>
>
> Rachel Myslivy
>
> Side With Love Climate Justice Organizer
>
>
>
> *Renewing Environmental Justice Commitments with GS2030 - Green Sanctuary
> 2030 Community Meeting*
>
> *Image description* : Graphic with text bubbles on a background of pine
> branches, decorated with an illustrated pine cone and a bird resembling a
> goldfinch. Below is the Green Sanctuary logo, a chalice lit with a leaf
> flame. "Green Sanctuary 2030 Community Meetings. 3rd Wednesdays. 4PT - 5MT
> - 6CT - 7ET. Jan. 17: Green Sanctuary 2030 Celebration! Feb. 21: Renewing
> Environmental Justice Commitments with GS2030, UU Fellowship of Raleigh,
> NC. Mar. 20: Climate Justice & Racial Reconciliation in Predominately White
> Congregations, UUs of Grants Pass, OR. Apr. 17: Nourishing Impactful Teams,
> Rev. Cathy Rion Starr, Side With Love Leadership Development Specialist.
> May 15: Climate Justice Brainstorm!"
>
> Join our next Green Sanctuary 2030 Community Meeting, Renewing
> Environmental Justice Commitments with GS2030 on February 21. The Green
> Sanctuary 2030 process provides congregations with an accessible and
> impactful framework to advance climate and environmental justice. Learn
> from the recently recognized Green Sanctuary 2030 Congregation, the UU
> Fellowship of Raleigh, NC, about the ways their congregation renewed their
> environmental justice commitments through the GS2030 process. Register to
> join us!
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165896/455640006/1579184124?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
>
> Our monthly Green Sanctuary 2030 Community meetings celebrate success,
> build capacity for teams, elevate how the local context of oppression
> shapes our climate action, and celebrate the ways the Green Sanctuary 2030
> process supports our work on climate justice, community resilience,
> congregational transformation, and mitigation - all balanced with the
> faith-filled call to impactful action on climate. Green Sanctuary 2030
> Community Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 4PT -
> 5MT - 6CT - 7ET.
>
>
>
> *Inflation Reduction Act Peer Learning Circle*
>
> *Image description* : Graphic with watercolor sunflowers on a green
> background. At the top is a white UUA chalice and the Green Sanctuary 2030
> logo, a chalice lit with a leaf flame. "Inflation Reduction Act Peer
> Learning Circle. Wednesday, February 28. 1pm PT / 2pm MT / 3pm CT / 4pm ET."
>
> We’ve all heard about the funding available for congregations to advance
> clean energy through Inflation Reduction Act Funding, but…really…don’t we
> all still have questions about how it works?! If this sounds like you, we
> invite you to join the Inflation Reduction Act Peer Learning Circle on
> Wednesday, February 28 at 4pm PT / 5pm MT / 6pm CT / 7pm ET to learn with
> other UUs figuring out how to put these opportunities into action in our
> communities. Get up to speed by reading this short primer
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165903/455640009/94804198?usp=sharing&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
> on the opportunities available for congregations, then bring your questions
> and good ideas to the PLC!
>
> The IRA Peer Learning Circle is a place for congregational leaders to come
> together to brainstorm, get into the weeds, and figure out the best way to
> access these funds for our congregations and our communities. RSVP today!
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165907/455640019/-1365325918?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
>
>
> For a deep dive on how one congregation is reducing emissions, check out Net
> Zero by 2030
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165911/455640023/-1706092081?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
> with the People’s Church of Kalamazoo.
>
>
>
> *Available Now: Reimagining with Energy Democracy*
>
> *Image description* : Graphic with a green and yellow gradient background
> and an open head with colorful flowers blooming out. "Reimagining with
> Energy Democracy. Recording. Embrace a visionary approach to Clean Energy
> as a Human Right."
>
> On January 25, we offered a webinar on Reimagining with Energy Democracy.
> You can review the slides here
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165915/455640027/-1938686737?usp=sharing&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
> and watch the recording here
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165919/455640032/2043504178?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
> .
>
> Reimagining with Energy Democracy was part of two larger events, Side With
> Love’s 30 Days of Love and our Clean Energy as a Human Right series.
> Throughout this series, we’ve invited folks to embrace a visionary approach
> to clean energy, not just as a technical solution, but as a moral
> imperative. Rather than falling into the scarcity mindset so common in
> climate spaces, we encourage you to embrace abundance and ensure that our
> clean energy work nourishes thriving communities for all.
>
> The Clean Energy as a Human Right series includes:
>
>    - Visionary Approaches to Federal Clean Energy Funding
>    <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165924/455640036/-129385299?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
>    - Creating Hubs of Climate Resilience with Federal Clean Energy Funding
>    <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165929/455640041/-165766586?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
>    - The UU Ministry for Earth’s Solstice Celebration, “Light for All”
>    which featured the Energy Democracy Project
>    <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165934/455640046/1764932570?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
>    - Reimagining with Energy Democracy
>    <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165939/455640051/-329651480?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
>
> Our focus on Reimagining started last May with our Abolitionist Visions
> of Climate Justice
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165944/455640056/-1875610049?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
> webinar. We’re happy to share the graphic illustration
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165948/455640062/1601758811?usp=sharing&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
> and printable coloring page
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165952/455640066/2100023300?usp=sharing&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
> from that event as a gift to our community (below).
>
>
>
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165956/455640070/1601758811?usp=sharing&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
>
> *Image description* : Graphic illustration from the Abolitionist Visions
> on Climate Justice webinar titled, "Side With Love. Abolitionist Visions on
> Climate Justice," with a sunflower with a raised fist stem at the top. In
> the top left is a group of people holding hands, sharing a thought bubble
> with a heart, and resting atop a half-earth with the words, "Plantcestors,
> Spiritual Natural Grounding, and Beyond the Human World." In the bottom
> left is a Council of Grandmothers. In the center is a globe with cities
> powered by clean energy and oceans with abundant fish and red arrows. On
> the right side of the document is a large scene featuring mountains; a
> thriving city with clean energy, rivers supporting birds and fish, happy
> families, healthy agriculture, and safe roads; and cows, sheep, bees, and
> people relaxing in a field near the words, "Loving Each Other" and "Caring
> for Each Other." The illustration features a diversity of plants and people
> of different races, ages, genders, and abilities. There are bright colors
> and gentle lines, and all the beings represented are free, connected, and
> safe. Logos: UUA, Create Climate Justice, Green Sanctuary 2030, See in
> Colors.
>
>
>
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165959/455640074/2100023300?usp=sharing&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
>
> *Image description*: Black and white version of the graphic illustration
> shared above, to be printed out and enjoyed as a coloring page.
>
> *Save the Date - Spring for Change 2024*
>
> *Image description* : Graphic with a dandelion with its seeds being
> gently blown in the wind, in front of a blurry backdrop of green land and a
> blue sky. “World Water Day - March 21, 2024. Full Moon & Earth Day
> Gathering - April 23, 2024. International Day of Biodiversity - May 2,
> 2024. Movement Trainings for Young Adults - Saturdays in April.”
>
> March 21 to May 2 (International Day of Biodiversity) is Spring for
> Change! Together with a variety of Unitarian Universalist partners working
> for climate justice, the Unitarian Universalist Ministry for Earth is
> offering activities and educational events to provide congregations and
> individuals with spiritual grounding and resources to face our ecological
> crises with courage, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Click here
> to view the full schedule of offerings.
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/79165961/455640078/1815554359?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjI3Mjk5NGJhLTE2Y2QtZWUxMS04NWY5LTAwMjI0ODIyMzc5NCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiZnV1c20ub2ZmaWNlQGdtYWlsLmNvbSINCn0%3D&hmac=qvje-Tl6u8AYpjag4UeOrdEQJ0IkIQAmpJTuDcOTMdI=&emci=41319e97-52cc-ee11-85f9-002248223794&emdi=272994ba-16cd-ee11-85f9-002248223794&ceid=30479610>
>
>
>
> *World Water Day: Water is Life*
>
> *Image description*: Graphic with a dark blue tie dye pattern on a
> background with brown, cream, blue, and green stripes. “World Water Day.
> Water is Life. March 21, 2024. Join us on Zoom! Unitarian Universalist
> Ministry for Earth.”
>
> *March 21 at 4pm PT / 7pm ET*
>
> World Water Day celebrates water and raises awareness that 2.2 billion
> people live without access to safe water. We are honored to welcome Rev.
> Dr. Clyde Grubbs and Rev. Karen Van Fossan into a conversation on this
> important and sacred day. They are defenders and protectors of water; two
> spiritual leaders in our UU movement who will help us build a
> heart-centered approach to a right relationship with Mother Earth and her
> waters.
>
> Rev. Dr. Clyde Grubbs is a Unitarian Universalist minister who served
> congregations in Indiana, Quebec, Massachusetts, Texas, Florida and
> California. He honors his Native American heritage (Texas Cherokee) which
> informs his spiritual understanding and practice, and his anti-racist and
> anti-oppressive commitment He has worked for peace, justice and equality
> since he was in the Unitarian Universalist youth movement, Liberal
> Religious Youth.
>
> Rev. Karen is also a Unitarian Universalist minister and author of *A
> Fire at the Center: Solidarity, Whiteness, and Becoming a Water Protector*
> . She is an abolitionist, licensed professional counselor, and former
> defendant in the Line 3 pipeline resistance. She is pursuing a Doctorate of
> Ministry specializing in abolition through Pacific School of Religion.
> Clyde is on her dissertation advisory committee. Karen lives in Fargo,
> North Dakota, on the traditional lands of Anishinaabe, Lakota/Dakota, and
> many Indigenous peoples. Register today!
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>
>
> *National Faith + Climate Forum*
>
> Join Us for 2024 The National Faith + Climate Forum
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> ! We are excited to invite you to join us for an inspiring and
> transformative event designed to strengthen local congregations through
> care for creation – The National Faith + Climate Forum on April 16th from
> 12:00 pm - 5:15 pm ET / 11:00 am - 4:15 pm CT / 10:00 am - 3:15 pm MT /
> 9:00 am - 2:15 pm PT!
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>
> Join other faith leaders in our area to hear inspiring national speakers
> and participate in purposeful discussions, practical workshops, and
> energizing collaborative sessions. All clergy and lay leaders, younger and
> older congregants, are welcome to join, whether you have been caring for
> creation for some time, or just getting started. We all can be part of the
> solution in our congregations and our community. Learn more and register
> here
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> *Create Climate Justice on Side With Love*
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