New Issue of the Liberal Beacon

This issue of, #11 of the Liberal Beacon focuses on liberal religion’s connection to the wider world, beginning with Ann Pandya’s article about India’s first woman doctor and her relationship to Unitarianism. This is followed by an article submitted by the International Alliance of Unitarians and Universalists (IAUU) discussing its work with religious liberals across the globe. Additionally, you’ll learn about NAUA’s growing lists of organizational members, hear a song written and performed by NAUA member Michael Johnson, and read some of my own reflections about moving forward together even though we may not all be starting from the same place. Check out these articles, along with our calendar of events, Letters to the Editor, and lots more in this issue. 

(You can access past issues of Liberal Beacon on our website at www.naunitarians.org.) 

Todd F. Eklof 

5/18/2024 – A Life Well Lived by Bob Simoni

Bob Simoni lead May’s NAUA Community Worship service which is entitled “A Life Well Lived”, a phrase which you might hear used at a Memorial Service for someone who led an exemplary life. The sermon will discuss what are some of the significant events of a person’s life that would lead one to say it was a “life well lived”, and whether it’s something we should aspire to have happen at the end of our lives.

05/14/24 – Color Blindness: Part of the Problem or Part of the Solution? -Dr. Terry Anderson

Color Blindness: Part of the Problem or Part the Solution?

In this NAUA Academy class Terry Anderson overviews the controversial idea that color blindness is the best way to equality and to combat racism.  

The argument was fueled by Coleman Hughe’s Ted Talk, the controversy that arose from his talk and his new book – The End of Race Politics.

We also look at Sheena Mason’s Theory of Racelessness.

And finaly we examine those who believe that we can’t just wish racism away by attempting to ignore it.

You are encouraged to register for this event. When you do you will receive a confirmation and a reminder 2 days before the event.

Zoom Address:  tinyurl.com/nauaacademy

 

 
When
May 14th, 2024 4:30 PM

Rev. Todd Eklof – on the Road

The Rev. Dr. Todd Eklof is shown below visiting the members of the NAUA Fellowship in Hayward California. As always, it is nice when Unitarians across the continent make time, effort, and energy costs to meet face-to-face.

Which reminds of the dates for the First NAUA Summit to take place Oct. 18-20 2024 in Spokane Wa. We hope to see you there!