My Argument Against The 8th Principle
Editor’s Note: Reposting (per request) for article presentation equity. This is the "Proposed 8th Principle" that will be up for vote on Sunday, June 5: "We covenant to affirm and
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This is the "Proposed 8th Principle" that will be up for vote on Sunday, June 5: "We covenant to affirm and promote: journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build
Continue readingFAQs — The Proposed 8th Principle: What a “Yes” Vote Does and Does Not Mean, & How Principles Are Adopted Within the UUA
Grow in Wonder – Connect In Love – Engage in Service – Inspire Generosity Dear friends, I have learned that some of our members remain confused about what a ‘yes’
Continue readingVirginia Interfaith Center James River Chapter: Spring Meeting, June 7
The UUFP is a VICPP Congregational Partner, with Member Michelle Hirsh as our Congregational Liaison. "Sowing Seeds of Justice as We Build the Beloved Community" Hosted by the James River
Continue readingThe Fierce Urgency of Now! It’s Time, Past Time, To Adopt The 8th Principle!
Fifty-nine years ago, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King cried out the “fierce urgency of now” in his “I Have a Dream” speech. Fifty-nine years ago! Recent news illustrates that
Continue readingThe 8th Principle—Vote “YES!” on June 5
Prefer to view live? View "Lucy van Tine’s Oral Testimonial in Favor of Adoption of the 8th Principle" and "Introduction to the Proposed 8th Principle" for additional information. Hi, fellow UUFP
Continue readingThe 8th Principle: A Propositional Statement
I do not usually (ever?) respond to UUFP posts, but I felt compelled to do so after reading Alan Sheeler’s thoughtful post opposing the adoption of the 8th Principle. I
Continue readingThe 8th Principle Vote—An Opposition Statement
I'm writing this letter because I won't be present at the meeting to consider an 8th Principle, so I will not be able to speak in opposition to its adoption.
Continue reading“Exodus: Homecoming” — More Than A Play
On Saturday, May 7, 2022, nine members and friends of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Peninsula (UUFP) went on a field trip to Norfolk. The trip started out as
Continue readingOutcomes of the Survey from the 8th Principle Task Force
UUFP President Rebecca Wheeler Friends, I’m writing to fill you in on the outcome of the 2021 and 2022 surveys on the proposed 8th Principle. As you know, the 8th
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