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Denominational Affairs

Here are some ways to connect with UUFA’s denomination–the Unitarian Universalist Association.

May 17:  UUA Welcoming Day of Observance: International Day against Homophobia,
Biphobia, and Transphobia

The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) officially recognizes the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT)—held annually on May 17—as part of its commitment to LGBTQ+ justice, inclusion, and advocacy. This day is observed annually on May 17 to raise awareness of LGBTQ rights violations and stimulate interest in LGBTQ rights work worldwide.

This day is part of the UUA Welcoming Days of Observance, which are days and seasons are important to LGBTQ+ / TGQNB communities because they bring visibility and affirmation after generations of invisibility and erasure. These days remind all that “All of who you are is sacred. All of who you are is welcome.”UUFA became a UUA Welcoming Congregation in 1996 and has participated in the annual renewal process since 2020.

May 11:  The Gathering from Side with Love (second Mondays)

Join The Gathering, a monthly virtual event from Side With Love designed to offer: Spiritual Grounding – Strengthen your heart and spirit for the work ahead. Political Analysis – Understand the threats to democracy and justice. Collective Action – Organize with others to block anti-democratic forces and build a just and loving world.

For further information including registration

Share the Plate / Cause-of-the-Month:
Athens Pride & Queer Collective

During June Athens Pride & Queer Collective, an organization dedicated to the advancement of equity, affirmation, diversity and wellness of queer populations in the greater Athens area, will receive one half of all undesignated offerings. For details contact justice@uuathensga.org

Help with Food Insecurity through June CANtributions

Please continue to bring non-perishable food items to Fellowship Hall’s wicker baskets. While all CANtributions are appreciated, in June the Athens Area Emergency Food Bank is especially in need of cold breakfast cereals as well as dry pasta (spaghetti is the favorite) and saltine crackers. To give by credit card, visit uuathensga.org/give and look for “Charitable Giving.” To give by check, make the check out to UUFA and put “CANtributions 1-8016” in the memo line. To learn more, contact justice@uuathensga.org. If you are experiencing food insecurity or know someone in our UUFA community who is, please contact Rev. Pippin (revpippin@uuathensga.org).

UUFA Justice Partner Highlights

AADM Invites Everyone to Classic City Juneteenth Music & Arts Fest

The Classic City Juneteenth Music & Arts Fest is a vibrant, community-centered celebration honoring the legacy of Juneteenth through music, culture, art, food, wellness, education, and Black economic empowerment. Hosted by the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement and United GA Entertainment, the festival will take place on June 20th from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at Georgia Square Mall in Athens. Learn more here: aadmovement.org/events/2026-juneteenth-music-and-arts-festival. 

AADM Hosts Civil Rights Leadership Camp  

Youth 13-18 are invited to grow as leaders, find their voices, and understand how history connects to their role in shaping the future. The June 22-26 camp will blend civil rights education, public speaking training, leadership development, and experiential travel to historic sites connected to the struggle for equality and human rights. For details, registration and scholarship information visit https://www.aadmovement.org/events/youth-civil-rights-leadership-camp-athens-georgia. 

Athens Immigrant Rights Coalition (AIRC) Meeting

All are welcome to attend the next meeting of the Athens Immigrant Rights Coalition on June 19 from 5:30 to 7 pm at the Oconee Street United Methodist Church. For more information contact justice@uuathensga.org.