Unitarian Universalist Legislative Ministry of MD

08/03/2026

08/03/2026

With Heavy Hearts: Remembering Phil Ateto

We share with deep sadness the passing of our beloved community member, Phil Ateto, who transitioned on July 26, surrounded by family, friends, and beloved community.

Phil was a passionate, creative, and fearless advocate for justice whose activism touched many across Anne Arundel County. He stood boldly with those whose voices were often unheard, always bringing humor, courage, and deep compassion to his work.

On the day of Phil’s passing, members of our community, including many of our youth, gathered to hold one another in our shared grief. Through cards, collages, shared memories, tears, and love, we began the difficult work of processing this loss and honoring a life that touched so many. We are grateful for the tenderness and care our community offered one another in that sacred time.

We hold Phil’s loved ones, friends, fellow activists, and all who are grieving in our hearts. May we honor his memory by continuing to love boldly, stand courageously for justice, and care tenderly for one another.

With love and in shared sorrow,
UUCA

08/03/2026

UUCA Welcomes A New Intern Minister!

We are delighted to welcome Traci Hughes, Esq. as UUCA’s new Intern Minister, beginning August 10th.

Traci brings a passion for ministry, community, and spiritual growth. We look forward to the gifts she will share with our congregation and the journey we will undertake together in the year ahead.

08/03/2026

As we launch a new congregational year, make some space to pause and notice the new beginning. Perhaps your community is in the process of creating joyful multigenerational connections or more inclusive and flexible programming. Whatever the case may be, you are invited to take part in the national RE Kickoff: New Ways of Being Together on:

Tuesday, August 4 | 1:30 - 3:00 pm EDT
Tuesday, September 22 | 7:30 - 9:00 pm EDT
Tuesday, September 29 | 9:30 - 11:00 pm EDT

To learn more and register, please follow the link in the comments below.

07/01/2026

Missed Last Sunday’s Service?
We’ve got you covered 🙌✨

Our newest podcast episode, "The Power of Community: An Introduction to Cosmic Dynamism", just dropped!

In this episode, Dr. Scott Eden describes a worldview called Cosmic Dynamism, which emphasizes the importance of community, relationships and our power to create positive social change.

Tune in for this week’s message, reflections, and a dose of inspiration to carry you through the week. 🎧💬
Listen now and stay connected—anytime, anywhere 💛
Join the conversation: https://uucamd.libsyn.com/

07/01/2026

"As a primary care physician, I have provided gender-affirming treatment.
I have seen first hand how gender-affirming care can be lifesaving.

But, more fundamentally, for me and my fellow Unitarian Universalists, I am called by my faith to affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every human being,
that INCLUDES trans youth."
--Kari Alperovitz Bichell, MD, MPH

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07/01/2026

06/19/2026

“Juneteenth is not the end of slavery’s story,
but the beginning of freedom’s journey.”
— Ta-Nehisi Coates

Happy Freedom Day From Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice