Community organizer and trans activist Samantha Vimes discusses the struggle between repressive networks of support, the search for personal truth, what it feels like to be objectified by your allies in the culture war, and how to make Maruchan 15-Cent Ramen palatable under 30% inflation by working toward a better tomorrow. Join us onsite or … Continue reading Resilience Doesn’t Pay the Rent
As science deepens our understanding of attraction and sexual orientation, we’re learning that traditional labels don’t capture the full spectrum of human experience. What we all share is a desire to embrace who we are, love ourselves fully, and find loving partners with whom to share our lives. Join us onsite or online! Visit tinyurl.com/uuccitslove
Our Unitarian Universalist faith affirms every person’s inherent worth and dignity, and this Pride Sunday, we will joyfully reaffirm our commitment to LGBTQIA+ equality, love, and justice for all.Join us! Onsite or online. To watch online, visit tinyurl.com/uuccpridesunday26
Contrary to popular belief, Rev. Gy believes that it is possible for a single individual to create seismic change in the landscape of society. Come and be inspired by stories of the transformers among us! Join us onsite or online! To watch online, visit tinyurl.com/uucctransformers
Why is peaceful protest effective, and why is engaging with the political process right now so important? Drawing on Erica Chenoweth’s “3.5%” research and her personal experience with Indivisible Greater Kalamazoo and the Kalamazoo Visibility Brigade, local activist Jenny Snyder will help us explore the power of nonviolent movements and other ways to engage in what the … Continue reading Good Trouble
Each year at our General Assembly, the Unitarian Universalist Association President chooses someone to offer a lecture to our entire association. In 2025, Imara Jones, a political journalist and transgender activist, offered an important reflection on the state of our country. During this service, we will watch excerpts of Ms Jones’ address and discuss how … Continue reading Defending Trans Lives
In honor of LGBTQIA+ History Month and National Coming Out Day, we will hear from Regan Hanley, co-president of OutFront Kalamazoo’s Board of Directors, about her coming-out journey and how she gives back to the community that has given her so much support. Join us onsite or online! Visit tinyurl.com/uuccloveyourself to register for the Zoom link.
The Michigan UU Social Justice Network has been organizing Michigan UUs for justice since 2002. We are excited to be joined by MUUSJN’s Executive Director, Mary Jo Ebert, to explore how UUCC can expand the impact of our justice work by collaborating with others. Join us onsite or online! Visit tinyurl.com/uuccsidewithlove to register for the Zoom link.
In honor of Memorial Day weekend, we will examine the idea of patriotism and what it means for Unitarian Universalists with our long history of civil disobedience in the pursuit of a more just and equitable society. Join us onsite or online! Visit tinyurl.com/uuccpatriot for the Zoom link.
We will mark International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (May 17) by listening to the voices of LGBTQIA+ folks and their experiences with the pain of being “othered.” Join us onsite or online! Visit tinyurl.com/uuidahobit for the Zoom link.
