Category: News
Letter: Protecting freedom of religion in North Dakota
Don Morrison, president of the Board of Trustees of the Bismarck-Mandan Unitarian Universalist congregation, responds to recent comments by Rep. Brandon Prichard, R-N.D. Find the link to letter in The Forum HERE. Dear Editor, We have seen a disturbing trend of extremist political leaders expressing their belief the United States should radically change our Constitution … Continue reading Letter: Protecting freedom of religion in North Dakota
2023 Berry Street Essay Released
The 2023 Berry Street Essay was offered by the Rev. Cecilia Kingman and titled “My Little Pony Was Right”: Reflections of Fascisms Without and Within.” In this essay, Rev. Kingman reflects upon the rise of authoritarianism, right-wing ideology, and fascism both within Unitarian Universalism and in the wider world. Offered annually during Professional Days before the … Continue reading 2023 Berry Street Essay Released
U.S. Supreme Court Cases that Impact UU Principles
The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and UU World are following several U.S. Supreme Court cases this term that address core Unitarian Universalist principles and affect the rights of oppressed groups. The court will issue opinions on the undecided cases by late June, potentially altering the lives of millions of people in profound ways, yet many cases lack media attention commensurate with their impact. To keep our readers informed, we are offering a brief overview of several such cases below.
Justice Council Announcement
Two pro-censorship bills have been introduced in the 68th Legislative Session and are currently being considered in the Judiciary Committees. Support North Dakota public libraries and email each member of the Judiciary Committees with a “do not pass” recommendation. #1. Will Prohibit “sexually explicit books” in Public Libraries and penalize librarians: Click here to see HB 1205: https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/68-2023/regular/documents/23-0407-02000.pdf … Continue reading Justice Council Announcement
BisMan UU Craft Club
On Monday, October 24th from 6pm to 9pm at the BisMan UU, the first UU Craft Club will meet! Fetch your sewing, knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, or any projects that please you and come on up to the BisMan UU! Heck, just come on up and visit with people and see what we’re working on! It’s … Continue reading BisMan UU Craft Club
BisMan UU Music Jam BACK!
Do you play an instrument? Love music? The BisMan UU Music Jam might be for you! Casual and just for the fun of it, the BisMan Music Jam is a group that gets together and plays at the UU on Saturdays from 10am to 12pm. If you are interested, please contact Steve Crane for more details! … Continue reading BisMan UU Music Jam BACK!
*****Attention Singers*****
The choir is officially back this fall! Practice dates include: Friday, September 23rd at 5:00PM Friday, October 28th at 5:00PM Friday, November 18th at 5:00PM Friday, December 16th at 5:00PM All practices to be help at the BisMan UU unless otherwise noted.