Worship Sunday November 17, 10:30am: Pray Without Ceasing
“Attention is the beginning of devotion," writes Mary Oliver. How well do you pay attention? Do you make it a practice to notice the details -- the water droplets on a leaf or the new laughlines on a loved one's face? How is paying attention a form of prayer?
MORE“So You Want to Talk About Race” Book Discussion, 2 Tuesdays: Nov 12 & 19 at 7:30 pm
Widespread video proof of brutality towards people of color has brought the urgency of racism in America to the forefront; it's not something people can choose to ignore any longer. But, we can still find our way back towards each other - we just have to have uncomfortable conversations.
MORETransgender Day of Remembrance, Wed Nov 20th, 7:30 pm
Melrose's first official city-wide commemoration, remembering those who have been lost to anti-trans violence in 2019. Candle-lighting, live music, and community singing. Sponsored by the Melrose Human Rights Commission and the Melrose Interfaith Clergy Association.
MOREMUUC at the Climate Strike
On Friday, September 20, an enthusiastic group from MUUC traveled to Boston by bike and T and participated in this global event. Many carried posters created the previous evening at the Church.
MOREImmigration Ministry
There were many words of support and offers to participate in the Immigration Ministry after the 9/22 Worship service, "Who Is My Neighbor", that focused on the immigrant experience. There are some URGENT needs - the MUUC community is invited to participate in this important work. Click for a list of things you can do.
MORE“White Lies”: NPR Podcast about the Murder of Rev. James Reeb, UU Minister
The Anti-Racism Team invites you to listen to this important podcast series. In 1965, the Rev. James Reeb, a UU minister, was murdered during the civil rights events in Selma, Alabama. Although his murder has never been officially solved, NPR has in uncovered new information about this tragic incident. A "must listen" for all UU's.
MOREAnti-Racism Ministry
The Anti-Racism Ministry Team invites everyone to listen to the Podcast about Rev. James Reeb (see other post on HOME page). We are also working towards creating an alliance of Melrose and Boston METCO families. Consider: what can Melrose residents do create a top-notch experience for our METCO students? Click for details on MUUC's work…
MOREWelcome to the Melrose UU Church!
Welcome to this sacred space, where we strive to live our vision of being a beloved community that is welcoming and inspirational, a place of understanding and acceptance, and where social justice and compassion guide our actions. Sunday Worship 10:30 am Sept - June.
MORESoul Matters Monthly Themes
MUUC participates in Soul Matters. The Soul Matters Sharing Circle is a network of Unitarian Universalist congregations who follow the same monthly themes so we can more easily share small group material, as well as worship, sermon, music and religious education resources. Click for more information.
MORETrans UUs Respond to UU World Article
From Our DRE: In response to a UU World Article, the staff is wondering what steps MUUC can take to provide a more welcoming community. If you’re wondering this too, let’s talk and get started.
MOREUU’s Mentioned in NPR Segment About Comprehensive Sexuality Education
UU's Mentioned in NPR Segment About Comprehensive Sexuality Education. Click here to find the link to the NPR "Cognosenti" Segment.
MORECreative Drop-In Sessions
The Melrose UU Church has weekly drop-in activities, which are free and open to the public. All are welcome; you don’t have to be an MUUC member to participate. These activities will provide you with opportunities to be creative, give to others, make connections, center yourself, and emerge refreshed.
MORE#MeTooMelrose
#MeTooMelrose is a joint project created by the Melrose Commission on Women, Melrose Alliance Against Violence, and the Melrose Human Rights Commission. Please click for more information.
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Our “Giving Beyond Our Walls” Program enables us to donate thousands of dollars to worthwhile charitable organizations in the Melrose community and beyond. Click on the photo of our hard-working church member for more information about “GBOW”.
Large print orders of service are available; wheelchair accessible (accessible ramp is next to the parking lot, with an accessible parking spot); hearing devices are available; and we love our children. There should be no barriers to belief - all are welcome here.
