North American Unitarian Association

In this session, we will watch one story in which the falsely accused is ultimately proven innocent and the accuser seeks the forgiveness of the exoneree.  Then we’ll explore the story of the people behind the Innocence Project and the Centurion Ministries who work to uncover these failures in our justice system.

About Our Speaker: Dr. Joyce Francis is a member of the NAUA Academy’s Advisory Council and a retired professor of international affairs.  She taught at George Mason, American, and Tulane Universities.  She is also a founding member of the Salish Sea Fellowship in Port Hadlock, WA, and chairs its Adult Learning Programs (ALPs).  She has previously offered Academy programs on Race Amity, the Supreme Court, and the Rise of the Nones. click grey box to left to add image, then replace this

• Sept. 2026 – When our Justice System Fails
  In this session, we will watch one story in which the falsely accused is ultimately proven innocent and the accuser seeks the forgiveness of the exoneree.  Then we’ll explore the… Read more: Sept. 2026 – When our Justice System Fails
• Aug. 15, 2026: NAUA Service – Peace, Love, Understanding and Manure by JD Stillwater
  Social polarization is a natural, predictable phenomenon. So is manure. Science Ambassador JD Stillwater recounts a profound event of peace-making and innovation that happened one afternoon long ago in a… Read more: Aug. 15, 2026: NAUA Service – Peace, Love, Understanding and Manure by JD Stillwater
• Aug. 9, 2026: Tribalism, Political Bias, and the Search for Truth by Dr. Cory Clark
  Session Description: Humans are tribal creatures. The same psychological tendencies that help humans cooperate in social groups also shape how we evaluate evidence, reason about controversial issues, and distinguish fact… Read more: Aug. 9, 2026: Tribalism, Political Bias, and the Search for Truth by Dr. Cory Clark
• July 18, 2026 “Sustaining Through Change”
  Worship Leader: Rev. “Twinkle” Marie Manning Change permeates the human experience and the world we live in. Spiritual Growth is only possible through change. Yet, even with the natural realities of… Read more: July 18, 2026 “Sustaining Through Change”
• What Do We Need from Liberal Religion in the 21st Century?
  This panel session explore why we do, or do need tReligion in these troubling times. The panel features thoughtful comments from long term Unitarian leaders. Recent Posts Archives