Share the Plate Recipient for May 2017 is HOME Youth and Resource Center

Share the Plate Recipient for May 2017 is HOME Youth and Resource Center

May’s Share the Plate recipient is HOME Youth & Resource Center in Salem, a drop-in spot for at-risk and homeless teens in Salem. There they can also get help and get access to resources. The region has no homeless youth shelter and the program addresses a critical need in our community. Originally a grassroots organization of concerned … Continue reading Share the Plate Recipient for May 2017 is HOME Youth and Resource Center

Social Justice Action Team meets May 28

The Social Justice Action Team usually meets the third Sunday of each month following the second service. In May we will meet at the same time on May 28. We usually meet in the Minister’s office. Please join us

“Inside Peace” Film May 20

On Saturday, May 20, at 8:15 p.m., the Social Justice Action Team is sponsoring the showing of “Inside Peace” a remarkable documentary telling the story of four people inside a Texas prison. The film has won several Best Documentary awards, and offers an empowering story of rehabilitation in prison. The film focuses on four inmates attending peace classes, and follows their struggles … Continue reading “Inside Peace” Film May 20

May Day Rally: Hate Will Not Stop Us. Fear Will Not Silence Us

“Hate Will Not Stop Us. Fear Will Not Silence Us” is the theme of the May Day Rally at the State Capitol. Participants will be rallying and marching for the liberty and lives of all families, and demanding justice and compassion for immigrants. Social Justice Action Team members will attend; they hope a a large contingent of congregation members can join … Continue reading May Day Rally: Hate Will Not Stop Us. Fear Will Not Silence Us

Share the Plate Recipient for April 2017 is Oregon UU Voices for Justice

The Oregon UU Voices for Justice is a statewide advocacy network that mobilizes and works with Unitarian Universalists and their congregations to promote public policies in the state that embody the UU principles of justice, equity, compassion in human relations and global stewardship.  During April 9 services former UUCS Intern Minister Katie Larsell, the current executive … Continue reading Share the Plate Recipient for April 2017 is Oregon UU Voices for Justice

Social Justice Action Team Meetings March 13 and March 19

The Social Justice Action Team is grateful and invigorated by the increased participation in our committee meetings and action. Many UUs feel a sense of urgency to affirm our values among political leaders and speak out against actions on federal, local and state levels that threaten democracy and individual rights. We are exploring ways we … Continue reading Social Justice Action Team Meetings March 13 and March 19

Microfinance Results in Nicaragua

 In 2016, we entered into a partnership with The NEO Fund to focus on the poorest of the poor in Nicaragua — those individuals that live near the dumps.  Lending will help these individuals earn a sustainable living and provide a boost out of poverty. The NEO Fund will identify recipients, provide technical support, and … Continue reading Microfinance Results in Nicaragua