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| February, 2019 | Advocacy Training Preparing us for TXUUJM Advocacy Day, March 20th
We’ll have a bus or two going to Austin from the DFW area – invite your friends! Event Details SWUUC Conference 2019 SouthWest UU Women swuuw.org/conferences/2019 SWUUW: A non-profit organization that supports women through worship, learning, leadership, community and social justice, SWUUW addresses women's issues, explores feminist theology, promotes friendships and celebrates the diversities that make us unique women on our individual spiritual paths. SWUUW is an organization open to all UU women, particularly those women in the Southwest District of the Southern Region of the UUA. Appreciation Celebration 
Please R.S.V.P. and let us know if you can or cannot join our celebration. ( * = Required Fields )
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| March, 2019 | Legislative Activism Workshop and Training Legislative Activism Workshop and Training
March 16, 2019 • 1 to 4 PM
First Unitarian Church of Dallas
4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX 75205
Contact: Rollin Gary at dchair2020@gary-garcia.net or 214-676-8304
Sponsored by First Unitarian Church of Dallas Social Action Council style="margin: 0 30% 0 20px 30%;" Legislative Action Day Join us as TXUUJM Hosts Legislative Action Day On March 20, 2019 we are aiming for 3oo UUs at the Texas State Capitol! 
There will be transportation to Austin. Please use the link below to sign up. TXUUJM will be arranging meetings and will let us know who wants to be on our two buses.
Buses will leave from Horizon UU and either Arlington UU or First Jefferson - watch for details. We are asking for a $10 suggested donation, more if able and less if needed.
Burritos will be onboard for the trip back.
There will be three envelopes passed around - for bus money, food money, and a tip for the driver. Please sign up for the event here. Southern Region Open Office Hours Southern Region Open Office Hours
2019-03-28 19:00:00
2019-03-28 21:00:00
Sponsor:
Southern Region of the UUA
We invite you to come and talk with us as we begin hosting monthly open office hours from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (EST) on the fourth Thursday of each month (except November and December). This will be an open Zoom meeting:
--- Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/876011174
--- Join from Telephone: US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 669 900 6833, Meeting ID: 876 011 174
New to Zoom? Learn More!
United States UBarU Women's Retreat UBarU Women's Retreat
2019-03-29 00:00:00
2019-03-31 23:59:59
Friday, March 29, 2019 to Sunday, March 31, 2019
Type of event:
Conference
Email:
director@ubaru.org
Sponsor:
UBarU Camp and Retreat Center
Address
277 U-Bar-U Drive
TX
78058
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UBarU Camp and Retreat Center
277 U-Bar-U Drive, TX 78058United States Arkansas Cluster Gathering Arkansas Cluster Gathering
2019-03-29 00:00:00
2019-03-30 23:59:59
Friday, March 29, 2019 to Saturday, March 30, 2019
Sponsor:
UU Fellowship of Fayetteville, AR, Fayetteville, AR
Join us at the UU Fellowship of Fayetteville as we listen deeply to each other and address questions that have bubbled up from our Arkansas congregations. How do we recruit volunteers? What is actually going to make a difference in our Sunday worship, our pledge drive, our congregation? Friday night features a concert by the local UU band, Something Better.
Learn more and register.
Address
901 Cleveland St.
Fayetteville
AR
72701
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Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Fayetteville
901 Cleveland St.
Fayetteville, AR 72701United States The Mountain Intermediate Youth Con The Mountain Intermediate Youth Con
2019-03-29 00:00:00
2019-03-31 23:59:59
Friday, March 29, 2019 to Sunday, March 31, 2019
Type of event:
Conference
Email:
gsoffice@TheMountainRLC.org
Sponsor:
The Mountain Retreat and Learning Center
Address
3872 Dillard Rd
Highlands
28741
US
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The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center
3872 Dillard Rd
Highlands, 28741United States NTX Rally 2019 NTX UUNITY RALLY 2017
Please register by March 10th to make sure you have a space! Only the first 100 registered and paid youth will get a spot. Please visit the website event page for all the details and to register.
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| April, 2019 | Presidents' Webinar Presidents' Webinar
2019-04-03 19:00:00
2019-04-03 20:00:00
Wednesday, April 3, 2019 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm EDT
Type of event:
Webinar
Sponsor:
Southern Region
Congregational presidents, currently serving presidents-elect, and currently serving past presidents are invited to join our Virtual Congregational Presidents’ Webinars, a series of monthly on-line workshops led by UUA staff.
Learn more and register.
United States Presidents' Webinar Presidents' Webinar
2019-04-04 12:00:00
2019-04-04 13:00:00
Thursday, April 4, 2019 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm EDT
Type of event:
Webinar
Sponsor:
Southern Region
Congregational presidents, currently serving presidents-elect, and currently serving past presidents are invited to join our Virtual Congregational Presidents’ Webinars, a series of monthly on-line workshops led by UUA staff.
Learn more and register.
United States Florida UU Women's Retreat Florida UU Women's Retreat
2019-04-05 00:00:00
2019-04-07 23:59:59
Friday, April 5, 2019 to Sunday, April 7, 2019
Sponsor:
Southern Region
Flyer and registration form available here.
Address
United States
DaySpring Episcopal Conference Center, 8411 25th St E, Parrish, FL 34219, USA The Mountain High School Youth Con The Mountain High School Youth Con
2019-04-05 00:00:00
2019-04-07 23:59:59
Friday, April 5, 2019 to Sunday, April 7, 2019
Type of event:
Conference
Email:
gsoffice@TheMountainRLC.org
Sponsor:
The Mountain Retreat and Learning Center
Address
3872 Dillard Rd
Highlands
NC
28741
US
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The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center
3872 Dillard Rd
Highlands, NC 28741United States SR Webinar - Youth Ministry Competencies SR Webinar - Youth Ministry Competencies
2019-04-05 20:00:00
2019-04-05 21:30:00
Friday, April 5, 2019 - 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm EDT
Type of event:
Webinar
Sponsor:
Southern Region of the UUA
Join Southern Region Co-Lead, Natalie Briscoe, and Youth Ministry Associate for the UUA Youth and Young Adult Office, Jennica Davis-Hockett, to talk about the updated Youth Ministry Competencies - vital areas of development for volunteers, staff and professionals in youth ministry.
Register online.
United States Webinar - RE Essentials (Session One) Webinar - RE Essentials (Session One)
2019-04-09 19:00:00
2019-04-09 21:00:00
Tuesday, April 9, 2019 - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm EDT
Type of event:
Webinar
Email:
kcharles@uua.org
Sponsor:
MidAmerica Region of the UUA, Southern Region of the UUA, UUA Ministries and Faith Development: Faith Development Office
RE Essentials - a two part webinar series for new and newer religious educators.
Hosted by Nancy Combs-Morgan, CRE-ML, Congregational Life Consultant, and Pat Kahn, CRE-ML, Professional Development Programs Manager for the UUA, this series will include an introduction of program administration, the core and emerging paradigms in UU faith development, and an array of RE resources and opportunities for professional development.
This is an offering of the MidAmerica and Southern Regions of the UUA and our national UUA Lifespan Faith Development staff group.
This is a free series. PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND BOTH TWO HOUR SESSIONS (each session has different content):
Session One - April 9th, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Eastern (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Central)
Session Two – April 16th, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Eastern (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Central)
Learn more and register here.
United States NTUUC Board Meeting Southern Region Open Office Hours Southern Region Open Office Hours
2019-03-28 19:00:00
2019-03-28 21:00:00
Sponsor:
Southern Region of the UUA
We invite you to come and talk with us as we begin hosting monthly open office hours from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (EST) on the fourth Thursday of each month (except November and December). This will be an open Zoom meeting:
--- Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/876011174
--- Join from Telephone: US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 669 900 6833, Meeting ID: 876 011 174
New to Zoom? Learn More!
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| May, 2019 | Southern Region Open Office Hours Southern Region Open Office Hours
2019-03-28 19:00:00
2019-03-28 21:00:00
Sponsor:
Southern Region of the UUA
We invite you to come and talk with us as we begin hosting monthly open office hours from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (EST) on the fourth Thursday of each month (except November and December). This will be an open Zoom meeting:
--- Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/876011174
--- Join from Telephone: US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 669 900 6833, Meeting ID: 876 011 174
New to Zoom? Learn More!
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| June, 2019 | 2019 Dallas Pride Festival Dallas Pride is moving to Fair Park! Hope Is Our Superpower! 
Dallas Pride 2019 includes the Miller Lite Music Festival at Fair Park on Saturday, June 1st, followed by The 36th annual Alan Ross Texas Freedom Parade on Sunday, June 2nd. The Festival will be held at Fair Park from 11am to 10pm which includes community and merchant vendor booths, pet adoptions, live entertainment, The Family Pride Zone, Teen Pride and a full day of fun! There is a $10 general admission ticket required per person to enter the Festival. You can purchase tickets at the gates or online. Online Tickets sales will begin Friday May 3rd. Festival admission includes the concert series from local bands and our headliners. Additional details: https://www.facebook.com/events/956905131172315/
Entry fees:
Children (0- 12) free, Teens (13- 17) $5 & Adults (18+) $10 Transportation:
DART Rail stops at Fair Park will be suspended the weekend of Pride. Attendees are advised to get off at the downtown station and take the DART Shuttle Bus to Fair Park. Parking is $10. Volunteer:
Interested in volunteering at our booth for an hour our two?
Contact Tomi Fatunde at interweavedallas@dallasuu.or. complimentary wristbands will be provided for all volunteers. Families:
The Family Pride Zone is a family friendly outdoor space in conjunction with the music festival in the park, held on saturday, june 1st - 1 1 am to 6 pm. It will feature a games, a bounce house, face painting and more. What to bring:
Water, your (leashed) pet, your (supervised) kids, extra cash if you'd like what not to bring: no outside food or drink, no glass containers, all bags will be checked before entry.  Dallas Pride Parade The 36th annual Alan Ross Texas Freedom Parade on Sunday, June 2nd. Hope is our Superpower!
From the organizers:
The parade will wind through the historical Fair Park grounds with parade announcers, food and beverage along the route. A detailed parade route map will be posted. The parade is always FREE to attend and watch. The parade kicks off at 2 pm. More information can always be found at www.dallaspride.org as we update event details. ------------------------------------ NTUUC will be Float #43 in the parade. Participants need to be in place by 2:00 pm. Additional details: https://www.facebook.com/events/956905131172315/ Entry fees: Free to all Transportation:
There will be no shuttles this year from First Church. DART Rail stops at Fair Park will be suspended the weekend of pride.
Attendees are advised to get off at the downtown station and take the DART shuttle bus to Fair Park. Parking is $10. Walking with us in the parade: We are float #43. Please join us at the staging area by 2:00 pm. What to bring:
Water, your (leashed) pet, your (supervised) kids, camping chairs. food vendors will be available. What not to bring:
No coolers, no grills, no drones.
Film Screening of 13th  "13th" visit the director's website This screening is cosponsored by the
Dallas Peace & Justice Center
"Powerful, infuriating and at times overwhelming, Ava DuVernay’s documentary 13TH
will get your blood boiling and tear ducts leaking."
- Manohla Dargis (The NYTimes)
When the Thirteenth Amendment was signed by President Abraham Lincoln in 1865 it granted freedom to slaves; however, it left a loophole. It did not grant the same rights to criminals. This particular clause has been used through history to create a new kind of slavery that largely targets African Americans and other minorities. 13th brings together activists, politicians and scholars to discuss the ramifications of this clause. Join us for this important film. Its creator, Ava DuVernay, has done a wonderful job with this essential information and its Emmy award was well deserved. You can view the trailer here:
https://youtu.be/BOUtfhjJAJ4 Moving Into Prison Ministry: An Introduction to the Prison Industrial Complex 
Moving Into Prison Ministry: An Introduction to the Prison Industrial ComplexReligious freedom for people living in systems of mass incarceration is protected by the 1st Amendment of the US Constitution. Yet exploring and practicing a wide breadth of spiritual and religious views can be challenging. Prisons are dominated by largely fundamentalist teachings and resources. This conference will help people interested in prison ministry who offer alternative perspectives and can support the unmet religious and spiritual needs of those who are incarcerated. Prison ministry is an expansive term that can include such activities as becoming a pen pal, making regular in-person visits, hosting classes or worship services in prison, advocating, and more. Learning about the realities of the prison industrial complex will help you engage in both prison ministry and justice work. This event is hosted by the Worthy Now Prison Ministry Network (a program of the Church of the Larger Fellowship), in partnership with the Horizon UU Church Additional details on the calendar event: https://www.questformeaning.org/clfuu/calendar/#event=30115143
and the WorthyNow.org site for information about signing up and the schedule for the weekend which can be found here:
https://worthynow.org/moving-into-prison-ministry-an-introduction-to-the-prison-industrial-complex-june-8-2019/ There will be a service on Sunday with Rev. Meg Riley Southern Region Open Office Hours Southern Region Open Office Hours
2019-03-28 19:00:00
2019-03-28 21:00:00
Sponsor:
Southern Region of the UUA
We invite you to come and talk with us as we begin hosting monthly open office hours from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (EST) on the fourth Thursday of each month (except November and December). This will be an open Zoom meeting:
--- Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/876011174
--- Join from Telephone: US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 669 900 6833, Meeting ID: 876 011 174
New to Zoom? Learn More!
United States NTUUC Board Retreat Agenda: 5.00 Friday evening - gather, social
7.00 dinner, big question discussions
8.00 Saturday morning - breakfast
noon - lunch
1.00 business meeting
5.00 adjourn
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| July, 2019 | OWL Training 2019 - K-1 & 4-6 OnLine Registration for the OWL 2019 Training Workshops
Visit the Event Details Page Scroll down for the online registration form.
Questions:
Registrar: Lauren Daniell OWLTraining@ntuuc.org Southern Region Open Office Hours Southern Region Open Office Hours
2019-03-28 19:00:00
2019-03-28 21:00:00
Sponsor:
Southern Region of the UUA
We invite you to come and talk with us as we begin hosting monthly open office hours from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (EST) on the fourth Thursday of each month (except November and December). This will be an open Zoom meeting:
--- Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/876011174
--- Join from Telephone: US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 669 900 6833, Meeting ID: 876 011 174
New to Zoom? Learn More!
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| August, 2019 | Equip 2019: UU Tools to Teach, Serve, & Lead A training opportunity for teachers, hospitality teams, small group leaders and other key volunteers
to expand their knowledge and skillset for greater impact on their church and community. 
PROGRAM DETAILS: 9:00am
Opening Program: Music in the Air
Experience the joy and inspiration that the universal language of music instills in our hearts. 9:45–11:45am
Workshops (Subject to Change) Love Beyond Belief
UU Theologian Thandeka uses the UU 7th Principle to link our human experience of feeling, and reflection on what we feel, to all of life and the world around us. Tapping our deep sensations of awe, wonder, and love is the beginning transformational experience. She writes, "The access point to this state of consciousness isn't thinking; it's feeling." The question Thandeka raises is how do we set up opportunities in our churches to help folks convert their personal experiences into life-affirming actions? What we're looking for are ways to equip folks with the capacity to live their lives with deeper compassion, care, love. How do we confirm a sense of being supported and valued in this often-cruel world? How do we inspire acts of lovingkindness? Through work she has called Love Beyond Belief, Thandeka suggests several ways of organizing our time together in small groups to encourage deep reflection and transformative experience. First Church has been experimenting with her suggestions. Come learn more about Thandeka's work, what 's been tried, and how it's going. Widening the Welcome
Interweave Dallas, an affiliate organization of the First Unitarian Church of Dallas & Interweave Continental, serves the LGBTQA community in the Dallas area by nurturing spiritual growth & fellowship, promoting understanding, and furthering social justice. Interweave is comprised of LGBTQ and allies dedicated to a progressive view of religion and spirituality. Welcoming people of many beliefs, people of many ages, people of many backgrounds, Interweave has been on the forefront of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer inclusion for more than 40 years. We are people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Learn how this extraordinary adventure of faith and friendship has impacted our lives and how this group serves the LGBTQ community at First Church and strengthens the entire congregation. Bring your questions to this workshop and ponder how other UU congregations in North Texas and their surrounding communities might be transformed by starting similar groups. Training for Teachers and Advisors of First Unitarian Church of Dallas
Learn about our philosophy of religious education, discover steps to help children and teens achieve self-discipline, learn tricks to enhance your lessons so everyone enjoys them (including you), and find out what the curriculum really is. Get information about new safety technology and important safety procedures in the event of an emergency. Meet and enjoy the company of others deeply dedicated to our free faith. CPR/AED Training
Come learn the skills you need to respond when someone in your community suffers cardiac arrest. We will practice hands-only CPR, and learn how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) machine. An RN will be teaching the course and will include training on "Stop the Bleed" as well. This is a great workshop for hospitality teams including ushers and greeters. Small Group Ministry
Small group ministry can be a vital part of your congregation's faith formation and community building programs. Learn about the purpose, covenants, format, topics, training, and structure for an ongoing program. Participants will learn about group ministry programs and resources and experience basic facilitator training. The workshop will also include a short "sample session" to illustrate the power and energy that can develop in small group ministry. Working for Racial Equity in Our UU Congregations
The Racial Equity Task Force of First Unitarian Church began meeting in the summer of 2018. Come hear their story including their struggles and fumbles, how they re-grouped, what they are doing presently and what they have planned for the future to ensure that the congregation is actively engaged in justice-making and liberation. Members of the Task Force will share definitions they use in their dialogue, their pledge, and their agreement about how they will honor and support each other in their work and answer questions you may have.
Noon
Enjoy a delicious lunch with friends, old and new. 1:00pm
Blessing of Your Ministry and Work Free childcare is available provided that reservations are made when you click the registration link below. There will be delicious food for omnivores and vegans. We’re unable to accommodate other special dietary needs. If you’re on a restricted diet, we ask that you bring something tasty that you will enjoy. Children will be served fresh veggies, cheese pizza, and lemonade. If this menu doesn’t meet the needs of your child, please pack a lunch labeled with first & last name. No nut butter of any kind, please. Registration will be open until Wednesday, August 6th at 11:59 pm:
Please Register Here Southern Region Open Office Hours Southern Region Open Office Hours
2019-03-28 19:00:00
2019-03-28 21:00:00
Sponsor:
Southern Region of the UUA
We invite you to come and talk with us as we begin hosting monthly open office hours from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (EST) on the fourth Thursday of each month (except November and December). This will be an open Zoom meeting:
--- Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/876011174
--- Join from Telephone: US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 669 900 6833, Meeting ID: 876 011 174
New to Zoom? Learn More!
United States The Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-American Join us to hear Andrew Seidel, attorney for the Freedom from Religion Foundation (FFRF.org), author, and activist, talk about his new book, The Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-American. Do “In God We Trust,” the Declaration of Independence, and other historical “evidence” prove that America was founded on Judeo-Christian principles? Are the Ten Commandments the basis for American law? A constitutional attorney dives into the debate about religion’s role in America’s founding. In today’s contentious political climate, understanding religion’s role in American government is more important than ever. Christian nationalists assert that our nation was founded on Judeo-Christian principles, and advocate an agenda based on this popular historical claim. But is this belief true? The Founding Myth answers the question once and for all. Andrew L. Seidel, a constitutional attorney at the Freedom from Religion Foundation, builds his case point by point, comparing the Ten Commandments to the Constitution and contrasting biblical doctrine with America’s founding philosophy, showing that the Bible contradicts the Declaration of Independence’s central tenets. Thoroughly researched, this persuasively argued and fascinating book proves that America was not built on the Bible and that Christian nationalism is, in fact, un-American.
Andrew L. Seidel works as a constitutional attorney at the Freedom from Religion Foundation, litigating cases involving religion and the Constitution. He has appeared on Fox and Friends, MSNBC, and The O'Reilly Factor; numerous radio shows; speaks and writes extensively about religious freedom; and has been profiled on BBC News, BuzzFeed, International Business Times, and more. Learn more about Andrew at: @AndrewLSeidel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Friday, August 23, 2019 at 7 PM – 9 PM Pathways Church
481 W Harwood Rd, Hurst, Texas 76054 Hosted by DFW Freedom From Religion Foundation
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| September, 2019 | NTUUC Board Meeting Social Action Council Forum Save the date for the September 15, 2019 Social Action Council Forum which will feature Marilyn Turkovich, Executive Director, Charter for Compassion International. Marilyn will be speaking on the transformative power of compassion in the global community sharing stories about how compassion is making a difference in communities around the world. Marilyn will also be the featured speaker at a Compassion Conference on Saturday, September 14, which will include several sessions in which you can learn practical tools and processes to intentionally practice compassion in the world. CompassionateDFW is sponsoring the conference as described in the link below. Early registration begins on March 15. https://www.compassionatedfw.org/event/conference2019/
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| November, 2019 | |
| December, 2019 | Recognition Awards Nominations Deadline Dec. 3rd Call for Nominations for the 11th Annual NTUUC Recognition Awards
Deadline for nominations: December 3, 2019 Awards will be presented at the NTUUC Awards Luncheon
February 1, 2020 To recognize and honor those who contribute to Unitarian Universalism and our congregations in North Texas
To identify role models across NTUUC
To make visible the contributions of our congregations to the wider community
The Marty Robinson Award for Volunteers:
In honor of her years of dedication and w ide ranging service to the Southwestern UU Conference, the UUA, and in NTUUC congregations.
The Ruth Clark Award for Staff Members:
In honor of her service as the first professional Director of Religious Education in the Southwestern UU Conference. The Robert Raible Award for Ministers:
In honor of his many years as minister of First Unitarian Church of Dallas, and his contribution to the growth of our churches in North Texas. Nominations may be made by individuals or congregations, of Youth and Adults, at www.ntuuc.org/awards
Recipients are requested to attend the Luncheon, and will each receive a ticket; photos of recipients will be requested upon announcement of honorees
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