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September 6, 2026: Putting the 'Labor' Back in Labor Day

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As we commemorate Labor Day, this talk will provide a brief overview of the tumultuous history of the U.S. labor movement and its relevance for our lives today. We will explore the meaning and scope of labor unions, the legislative context of union formation and survival, and the current strength of U.S. unions in historical and comparative perspective. Along the way, we will discuss the true origins of “Labor Day”. With guest speaker Michael Wallace.

September 13, 2026: Turning Toward Active Hope

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Let’s explore Joanna Macy’s teaching on the “Spiral of the Work that Reconnects” and how it offers a practice that can help us nurture active hope. Macy says this is the work that can help us “face the mess we’re in without going crazy.”

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Parking Lot - Closures and Inconveniences

On Tuesday, September 1, from 8:00 to noon the parking lot will be restriped and marked. Again, access to the building will be difficult and parking will have to be across the street until the afternoon. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this disruption.

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Annual Goods and Services Auction

THE AUCTION IS OPEN!

Bidding Runs Online Until Closing on Sunday, Aug 30 at 4:00PM

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We're Hiring!

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington (UUCB) is seeking a full-time Director of Administration to manage administrative and operational functions of the organization. The Director of Administration is responsible for financial management, daily operations, and general administration. The Director holds key responsibility for enhancing the internal organization processes and facilities to allow UUCB to continue to fulfill its mission. The Director of Administration is supervised by the Lead Minister and supervises administrative and custodial staff.

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September Perspectives

Our monthly newsletter is here for September 2026!

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Register your Children for Religious Exploration!

Attention Parents!
It's time to register your child(ren) for 2026-27 Religious Exploration. Everyone under 18 should be registered if they will participate in any UUCB programs or services for children and youth -- including childcare, OWL, Youth Group, Spirit Play, Kids' Club, Explorers, or Middle School!

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Adult Religious Exploration

Check out our offerings and register for Adult Religious Exploration classes for the 2026-27 year!

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Upcoming Events

  • Monday Voter Outreach Nights - Room 106

    Monday, August 31, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Mark your calendars to join others from UUCB every Monday night from 6 to 7:30 pm (from August 17 through November 2) for a nonpartisan voter contact night. Activities will include phonebanking, textbanking, writing postcards, and door-knocking. We'll meet in Room 106, the UU the Vote Action Hub. For the latest plans ahead of each Monday night, join the Democracy Task Force email group and check Friday Updates. 
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  • Voces Novae Rehearsal - Meeting Room

    Monday, August 31, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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  • Leadership Cultivation Committee Meeting - Library

    Tuesday, September 1, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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  • Indigenous Studies Forum - Library

    Tuesday, September 1, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    The Indigenous Studies planning committee is offering a monthly forum on Indiana’s Native Americans. The series begins September 1 with a presentation titled Prophetstown: Past and Present. Through some readings and discussion, participants will learn or review Prophetstown’s short history and the philosophy behind its founding by Shawnee brothers Tenskwatawa and Tecumseh. Participants are not required to attend all sessions, but are encouraged to register in case of schedule or room changes. For future dates and topics and to register, click here.
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  • Tuusday Thing (Young Adult Gathering) - Room 210

    Tuesday, September 1, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    A weekly Young Adult hangout where there's a different "Thing" every week. Work on your arts and crafts, discuss books and movies, play a game or just enjoy the company.
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  • Pastoral Conversations - Library

    Wednesday, September 2, 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
    Recognizing the need for connection, pastoral care, and opportunities to be community, Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray and Dr. Stephanie Kimball will lead weekly gatherings for anyone who wants to check-in and just be in community. You are welcome to bring a sack lunch or snacks. 
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  • Staff Meeting - Library

    Thursday, September 3, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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  • Women's Alliance - Fellowship Hall/Zoom 2

    Thursday, September 3, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    Encourages companionship, conversation, church and community outreach. Brown bag lunches with guest speakers are held the first Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. All are welcome—men, women, and gender non-binary. Click here to read about this month's topic and guest speaker.

    All are welcome. Pack a lunch to bring. Beverages and snack will be provided. The program begins at noon followed by our business meeting. If you wish to be added to the Women's Alliance email list, Join the Group here. For more info, please contact Doris Wittenburg, President, dwittenb@indiana.edu.
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  • Order of Service Meeting - Library

    Thursday, September 3, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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  • Communications Meeting - Library

    Thursday, September 3, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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  • MUD and LOTUS Collective Meeting - Library

    Thursday, September 3, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    The primary purpose of the Mud and Lotus Collective is to offer a Buddhist-inspired path to recovery from addiction of all kinds. We gather together every week to do meditation, read from Buddhist recovery books, and have a discussion. Currently meeting at the UU Church of Bloomington on Thursdays at 6:30 pm. Open to all. 
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  • UU Choir Rehearsal - Meeting Room

    Thursday, September 3, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Choir schedule (starting August 8):
    Thursday evenings: 7:00-8:30. Childcare available upon request.
    Sunday mornings: 8:45 am rehearsal for 9:30 am service, 10:45 am rehearsal for 11:30 am service. Childcare always available.

    Choir exercises body, mind, and spirit. Enhances your vocal fluency and keeps your voice young and flexible. Engages deep listening. Improves posture and lung capacity. Calms and focuses the mind (you won't have time for any other worries during rehearsal). Gives you the best seat in the house for the children's moment. And occasionally puts you smack in the middle of a masterpiece!
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  • A Prophetstown Fundraising Dinner - Fellowship Hall/Kitchen

    Friday, September 4, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    We will be serving a dinner of traditional native foods followed by a discussion about native seed saving and foodways! Join us at this fundraiser to help raise money for the Prophetstown Planting Project. Read more about the project and the Indigenous Studies Planning Committee's involvement below.

    The Indigenous Studies planning committee is helping the Shawnee Seed Sanctuary meet its fundraising goal of $25,000 for the Prophetstown Planting Project. $5,000 covers expenses left from the planting event in June, and $20,000 is budgeted for harvest festival expenses in November.
    Equipment, supplies, and field needs for seed harvest and storage are part of the fall expenses. However, the greater expense comes from providing travel and lodging stipends to bring members of the 15 tribes forming the Prophetstown Alliance back to Indiana for the first time in over 200 years.
    Tribal descendants of the Prophetstown Alliance will return to harvest seed at Prophetstown State Park. The Shawnee Seed Sanctuary hopes the corn harvest celebrations will rekindle the fire of old relationships and restore the Prophetstown Alliance as a large seed-saving and seed trading network. Restoring the bonds of mutual aid among Native American tribes is more important now than ever as all nations see their Elders and seed keepers dying out, their youth ignorant of cultural ceremonies, and their languages and cultures being lost.
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  • UU Game Night - Library

    Friday, September 4, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    A weekly get-together for those interested in board games, card games, RPGs, and conversation!
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  • IU Football Game

    Saturday, September 5, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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