Author: Juliana

ACTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES YOU CAN DO NOW From your SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM March 28, 2025

March 28, 2025 • Juliana

Contact justice@uusaratoga.org for more information 1. Immigration and Sanctuary Spaces COFFEE CHAT April 6th – I.C.E and our Role as a Sanctuary Space Read our Sanctuary Resolution of April 9, 2017: https://uusaratoga.org/justice-inclusion/congregational-resolutions/ 2. Join us for the UU Common Read starting April 6 at 6:30pm The 2024-25 UU Common Read is Authentic Selves: Celebrating Trans … Continue reading ACTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES YOU CAN DO NOW From your SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM March 28, 2025

Thank you

March 28, 2025 • Juliana

Cup of Joe, March 28, 2025 My Dear UU Saratoga Community, I have been tremendously humbled to hear in these last couple weeks the many and significant ways that my ministry has had an impact on your lives. That my ministry has meant so much to so many of you means a great deal … Continue reading Thank you

We Are Hope Despite the Times

March 21, 2025 • Juliana

Cup of Joe for March 21, 2025 “We are hope despite the times.” That line is from the chorus of a song that has been on repeat in my ear for quite a while, now, and it’s been a source of comfort and resilience for me. To be saying goodbye to the congregation during … Continue reading We Are Hope Despite the Times

ACTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES YOU CAN DO NOW From your SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM march 21, 2025

March 21, 2025 • Juliana

Contact justice@uusaratoga.org for more information 1. UU MAID RALLY IN MARCH Join us on March 25 from 10 AM-12:30 PM for a rally of Unitarian Universalists in support of Medical Aid in Dying. This rally is organized by Marian Bigelow, a member of the Saratoga Springs congregation and the NYUUJ MAID Issue Team, in partnership … Continue reading ACTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES YOU CAN DO NOW From your SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM march 21, 2025

A Letter from your Board President March, 2025

March 21, 2025 • Juliana

Dear Friends, When I was asked several months ago if I would consider serving as the President of your Board of Trustees it came as a huge shock to me. I had never considered doing it, and was doubtful I was the person for the job. I had to think long and hard about it … Continue reading A Letter from your Board President March, 2025

Listening Circle this Saturday, March 22

March 21, 2025 • Juliana

Many of you have questions about the announced departure of Rev Joe as our minister. The Board of Trustees welcomes you to attend a Listening Circle this Saturday, March 22 from 2:00-3:00 in the sanctuary and on Zoom. (To attend by Zoom, click here.) The Listening Circle is another opportunity to share your concerns, listen … Continue reading Listening Circle this Saturday, March 22

Celebrating a Decade of Dedication: “Ten Years in the Pulpit” on March 30th

March 21, 2025 • Juliana

Join us on Sunday, March 30th, for a joyful celebration of Rev. Joe’s “Ten Years in the Pulpit”! This special service honors a decade of Rev. Joe’s inspiring leadership, spirited sermons, and heartfelt music. In true UU Saratoga spirit, the Worship Team, Choir, Hospitality Team, and Board of Trustees are coming together to … Continue reading Celebrating a Decade of Dedication: “Ten Years in the Pulpit” on March 30th

Moving Forward, Centered in Love

March 16, 2025 • Juliana

Rev Joe’s sermon preached March 16, 2025, can be found here and below. Moving Forward, Centered in Love Rev. Joe Cleveland March 16, 2026 All that you feel is welcome here. All that you are is welcome here. Humans have an incredible capacity for feeling a multitude of feelings in any moment. And in … Continue reading Moving Forward, Centered in Love

ACTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES YOU CAN DO NOW From your SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM March 14, 2025

March 14, 2025 • Juliana

Contact justice@uusaratoga.org for more information 1. Saturday, March 22, 10:00 AM-12:30 PM, UU Saratoga Sanctuary Training in Nonviolent Civil Disobedience Elliot Adams, Meta Peace Teams Volunteer and International Peace Keeper, will be the facilitator. Learn how to risk arrest peacefully and how to be jail support for those risking arrest. $25 donation requested to offset … Continue reading ACTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES YOU CAN DO NOW From your SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM March 14, 2025

An Announcement Of A Transition In Congregational Life

March 14, 2025 • Juliana

Below, please find two letters: one from the Board of Trustees and one from Rev. Joe, as well as closing remarks. Dear Members and Friends of the UU Congregation of Saratoga Springs, After thoughtful and heartfelt conversations about the future of our congregation and Rev. Joe Cleveland’s ministerial aspirations, the Board and Rev. Joe … Continue reading An Announcement Of A Transition In Congregational Life