Many UU congregations are starting to honor Juneteenth. But what is this holiday about and why is it something many of us are just starting to pay attention to? Join us to learn about Juneteenth and why it matters. RSVP Here to join this discussion!
The Social Justice Committee denounces Acts and Bias Against Asian Americans The Social Justice Committee (SJC) of All Peoples decries any acts of assaults, hate and bias against our Asian-American neighbors, and we plead that they end now. Asian-Americans have endured increases of targeted violence since the COVID-19 pandemic began. As Unitarian Universalists, we affirm … Continue reading ASIAN LIVES MATTER
( formerly Thomas Jefferson) “Reckoning with Racial Justice” This video is a conversation between Deborah Novgorodoff, president of our Board of Trustees, and Coco Brown ___ (aka Cobb), a member of the Board and a primary instigator of our change in name from Thomas Jefferson to All Peoples. In it, they describe the process that … Continue reading All Peoples Name Change Journey “Reckoning with Racial Justice”
By Rus Ervin Funk I was an activist for gender and racial justice long before I became a father. Perhaps because of that, becoming a father (rather late in life – I was 46 when my child was born) was an experience that I found to be mutual influencing: becoming a dad has influenced my activism, … Continue reading Fathering and Activism: How Being a Dad Impacts my Efforts for Gender Justice (and Vice Versa)
Who is Rus Ervin Funk? Learn more about him at http://rusfunk.me/ Rus is a member of Thomas Jefferson Unitarian Church and an activist for Social Justice programs within our community. TJ is proud of his work within our community and abroad. Rus is a consultant specializing in working with organizations and communities. His efforts … Continue reading Who is Rus E. Funk? TJ knows!
