The Voices of Unitarian Universalism Podcast (The VUU) brings conversations with activists, theologians, organizers, and thinkers from across Unitarian Universalism and beyond. Engaging, bold, and grounded in justice, each episode invites you to expand your understanding of faith and community.
Collective Trauma and Community Action – Ep. 411
/RSS FeedDecember 17, 2023
This week our hosts engage in a crucial conversation on processing and responding to the ongoing genocide in Palestine from a Unitarian Universalist perspective. We speak to Rev. Ranwa Hammamy, a Unitarian Universalist minister, Muslim, and former President of DRUUMM; Rev. DL Helfer, a Jewish UU actively involved with Jewish Voices for Peace; and Devin…
Dedicated Solidarity: Faith Leaders on Israel/Palestine – Ep. 410
/RSS FeedDecember 13, 2023
In this episode our hosts explore continuing solidarity as Israel’s attacks on Gaza persist. We discuss the role of the US in this genocide, and how to hold on to humanity amid incomprehensible violence. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, go to clfuu.org/podcast
Beyond Words: The Language of Anti-Oppression – Ep. 409
/RSS FeedDecember 4, 2023
In this episode we are joined by Alex Kapitan, passionate inter-faith LGBTQ activist, to discuss zir work bringing anti-oppressive language to more spaces as founder of Radical Copyeditor. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, go to clfuu.org/podcast
Art & Ancestors with JeKaren Olaoya – Ep. 408
/RSS FeedNovember 16, 2023
In this episode, we are joined by JeKaren Olaoya, founder of Art Spirit Heal, an art-based spiritual guidance program grounded in creativity, grief support, and ancestorship for Religious Professionals. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, go to clfuu.org/podcast
Centering Humanity: A UU Dialogue on the Israeli/Palestinian Crisis – Ep. 407
/RSS FeedNovember 9, 2023
In this episode, we welcome Dana Fisher Ashrawi. Dana is the current President of Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East, which was established in 1971 to educate UUs and sides with love with the people of Palestine/Israel. UUJME is a related social justice organization of the UUA.
Make a Joyful Noise: Insights from the Religious Educators Conference – Ep. 406
/RSS FeedOctober 31, 2023
In this episode, we are joined by Tim Atkins, Courtney McKenny, and Jenn Blosser to debrief the experience of planning and attending the conference for Religious Educators.
Bearing Witness, Discussions on Israel/Palestine – Ep. 405
/RSS FeedOctober 23, 2023
In this episode, our hosts passionately discuss the need for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Amidst personal stories of loss, we challenge U.S. funding and policies, urging President Biden and Congress to prioritize peace. This podcast addresses key questions, advocates for the dignity of Israeli and Palestinian lives, and underscores the urgency of a peaceful…
Throwback: Rev. Dr. Sofia Betancourt, Before the Presidency – Ep. 391
/RSS FeedOctober 16, 2023
In this throwback episode from season 9, we welcome Rev. Dr. Sofia Betancourt—elected to UUA president at GA in 2023—but during this conversation, she was still a candidate. Rev. Sofia has served Unitarian Universalism for more than twenty years in a wide variety of leadership roles within congregations, seminaries, human rights organizations, and at the…
Beyond Walls: CLF’s Approach to Prison Ministry – Ep. 404
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In this episode, we delve deep into the often under-acknowledged world of prison ministry. We discuss the guiding principles of the Unitarian Universalist faith and how they drive the compassionate and impactful work behind bars. Sign up to join our Letter Writing Ministry https://worthynow.org/pen-pals
Hope, Healing, and Humanity: A UU Dialogue on the Hawaiian Fires – Ep. 403
/RSS FeedOctober 1, 2023
In this episode, we are joined by Rev. Dr. Gregory Carrow-Boyd, as we delve into the Unitarian Universalist response to the recent fires in Hawaii. Discover the spiritual insights, communal resilience, and calls to action this faith tradition offers in times of crisis.