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First Unitarian Universalist Church of New Orleans
@firstuuneworleans.bsky.social
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A vibrant, multigenerational, justice-oriented UU congregation in New Orleans. Sunday services at 10:30 in Rayne Memorial Chapel at 3900 St. Charles uptown.
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Rev. Naomi King @revnaomi.bsky.social · 18h
my iteration of Tellybean Knits’ Boneyard Sweethearts sweater for this year spooky knit season #showmeyourknits #knitsky
the yoke of my greg, red, turquoise and white version of Tellybeanknits Boneyard Sweethearts, with skeletons holding hands and ghost between their feet
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Rev. Naomi King @revnaomi.bsky.social · 4h
Wisdom, may we nurture and protect the waters, the wild places, the swamps, the forests, and the dunes for love of this earth and all who live here #morningprayer #chalicelighting #uu
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Liza Dey @lizadey714.bsky.social · 19h
1st Parish Church of Cambridge, MA

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The Unitarian Universalist Association @uua.org · 14h
Today we celebrate all who are coming out—sharing your truth, living it out loud, or still finding the right moment. Coming out takes courage, honesty, and hope. However your journey unfolds, you are loved and held in community.

#NationalComingOutDay #UnitarianUniversalist #LGBTQ+ #Pride
Graphic celebrating National Coming Out Day. The background is divided diagonally: the top left triangle is bright red, and the bottom right is purple. A large rainbow band extends from the bottom left corner toward the upper right, displaying red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple stripes. In the upper left, bold white text reads “HAPPY NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY!” On the purple side, white text reads: “To those coming out today, or still finding the right moment—you are brave, loved, and never alone.” Several small rainbow-colored hearts float near the text. The UUA flaming chalice logo with rainbow colors appears at the bottom left corner, with “http://UUA.ORG ” written vertically along the blue stripe.
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First Unitarian Universalist Church of New Orleans @firstuuneworleans.bsky.social · 22h
Sunday Worship Service
October 12 10:30am
Breathwork (Pt. 2)
with Rev. Sara Green
In a time of genocide, fascism, and late-stage capitalism, we will engage breath as a sacred force for resistance, renewal, and resilience.
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Sunday Worship Service October 12, 2025 at 10:30 am Coffee/Social Hour to follow All are welcome! Breathwork (Pt. 2) Worship Leader: Rev. Sara Green Worship Associate: Margot Anderson The second of a three part sermon series exploring the theological, spiritual, and political dimensions of breath as depicted in sacred texts while integrating breathwork practices for personal and collective transformation. In a time of genocide, fascism, and late-stage capitalism, we will engage breath as a sacred force for resistance, renewal, and resilience. Live-streaming has returned! To view this service LIVE go to the FUUNO webpage at https://www.firstuuno.org/home and click on the YouTube link. To view previous Sunday Worship Services, go to the Service Archive link under "Faith" on the menu bar or go directly to our FUUNO YouTube channel. **Covid Safety: masks are available and may be worn at each attendee's discretion as needed. Looking forward: Sunday, October 19th: Poetry of Generosity with Worship Leaders: Beverly Rainbolt and Barrett Smith Sunday Worship Service October 12, 2025 at 10:30 am Coffee/Social Hour to follow All are welcome! Breathwork (Pt. 2) Worship Leader: Rev. Sara Green Worship Associate: Margot Anderson The second of a three part sermon series exploring the theological, spiritual, and political dimensions of breath as depicted in sacred texts while integrating breathwork practices for personal and collective transformation. In a time of genocide, fascism, and late-stage capitalism, we will engage breath as a sacred force for resistance, renewal, and resilience. Live-streaming has returned! To view this service LIVE go to the FUUNO webpage at https://www.firstuuno.org/home and click on the YouTube link. To view previous Sunday Worship Services, go to the Service Archive link under "Faith" on the menu bar or go directly to our FUUNO YouTube channel. **Covid Safety: masks are available and may be worn at each attendee's discretion as needed. Looking forward: Sunday, October 19th: Poetry of Generosity with Worship Leaders: Beverly Rainbolt and Barrett Smith
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Central East Region of the UUA @ceruua.bsky.social · 21h
UUs are resisting militarization of our communities: October Decriminalization Update from Side With Love from SIde with Love.
UUs are resisting militarization of our communities: October Decriminalization Update from Side With Love — Side With Love
We are witnessing further consolidation of authoritarianism in the U.S. with 35,000 US troops deployed domestically. This increase in militarization at home and abroad doesn’t make anyone safer.  We…
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Donna Ladd said what she said. 😘 @donnerkay.bsky.social · 1d
Three small Mississippi towns, two in the Delta and one across the state near the Alabama line, saw tragic shootings last night.

By coincidence, we just updated our packed #PreventingViolence site yesterday with 10 years of solutions journalism: www.mississippifreepress.org/archives/pre...
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Charlie Jane "Lessons in Magic and Disaster" Anders 🏳️‍⚧ @charliejane.bsky.social · 22h
Today is National Coming Out Day!

It's also Freedom to Read Day, aka the last day of Banned Books Week.

This feels right — because the main reason they try to ban books is to keep people from dreaming they could ever come out.

My latest newsletter: buttondown.com/charliejane/...
They Want To Ban Books To Keep Us From Coming Out
Quick housekeeping! I’m doing a flurry of events once again: Tuesday I’ll be in the Koret Auditorium at the SF Public Library talking about banned books for...
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Billie @billieiswriting.bsky.social · 19h
OK official announcement time!

I have decided to start recording the essays from my blog and posting them as a series of podcast episodes.

You can (and absolutely should) subscribe on all the major podcast sites if you would rather hear my essays than read them!
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Patti Olivier EPSTEIN FILES NEVER FORGET @patti3333.bsky.social · 21h
I love Diane Keaton
Everything she did
Legendary actress, director, and activist

Our forever "Annie Hall"

The Godfather, the great first wives club , something gotta give and more

RIP 🙏 my heartfelt condolences to her friends and family
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Louisiana Democrats @lademos.bsky.social · 20h
⏰ Just 4 hours left to make your voice heard!
Polls close at 8 PM — and if you’re in line by 8, you can still vote. Stay in line and make it count.

Voter questions or issues? Call (225) 255-3401.
#GeauxVote #lademos
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unraveled @unraveledpress.com · 23h
Father Larry attempts to walk toward the detention center.

ISP prevent people from moving forward. Lieutenant Col Bradley says he's making a call and dialing the ICE facility, but also says people may be waiting a while.
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Chantal James @chantalalive.blacksky.app · 19h
Oh & happy Coming Out Day to everyone. Be who you are with your pride.
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Michael W. Twitty @koshersoul.bsky.social · 1d
Hi everyone! #RecipesfromtheAmericanSouth is here. Please support by spreading the word! www.phaidon.com/en-us/produc...
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unraveled @unraveledpress.com · 23h
A group of hundreds of faith in coalition who started at a Maywood church just arrived at the detention center for a eucharistic procession.

They want to offer communion to detainees inside, but won't be able to get past the barricades and fence on Beach Street.
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unraveled @unraveledpress.com · 23h
Religious leaders here are not mincing words. They have repeatedly used the word "evil."

"Detention and deportation are acts that wound the body of Christ, and deny the dignity of God's people."
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dan sinker @dansinker.com · 19h
RIP Tony Fitzpatrick. Taught me so much about what it means to love a place so much that you become one with it. A truly singular Chicago artist.
A vibrant collage by Tony Fitzpatrick features a peregrine falcon with architectural elements and bold text related to Chicago.
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RevMelanieNOLA @revmelanienola.bsky.social · 19h
See all those gold-colored T-shirts? Those, my friends, are UUSide of Love tees. My peeps out in force! Doing God/Goddess/The Universe’s work!
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unraveled @unraveledpress.com · 23h
Religious leaders here are not mincing words. They have repeatedly used the word "evil."

"Detention and deportation are acts that wound the body of Christ, and deny the dignity of God's people."
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SASS_USA @sass-usa.bsky.social · 20h
Hell yeah! 🔥
Under Attack: 25 Things About Mifepristone on the 25th Anniversary of its FDA Approval - Reproductive Freedom for All
Formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America
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Emmy Scott @emmynawjoopinga.bsky.social · 1d
Happy Saturday! For #NationalComingOutDay support Two-Spirit organizations! I am the treasurer for one on Winnebago Reservation in Nebraska serving NE & Iowa. We hold safe space family events & educational teach-ins. Donate here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/donati...
#SettlerSaturday #HelpSky #IndigiSky
The Winnebago Two-Spirit Org Leadership holding a Winnebago Tribal Flag.
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The Lens Nola @thelensnola.bsky.social · 1d
#TheLensNola🔍 Calvin Duncan, an uncommon man with an all-too-common story, is vying to become clerk of Orleans Parish Criminal District Court – and his campaign seems to have gathered enough momentum to draw fire from high-powered Louisiana officials.

✍ Katy Reckdahl

Full Story 🔗: buff.ly/yOvnIiR
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ANTIGRAVITY Magazine @antigravitymag.bsky.social · 1d
Here is your Voter Education Guide for the Oct. 11 municipal election. You'll be voting on candidates for mayor, City Council, sheriff, assessor, and criminal district court clerk, as well as a City Charter amendment and, in some areas, a tax proposition. antigravitymagazine.com/feature/vote...
VOTER EDUCATION GUIDE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025
This voter education guide is published primarily as a resource and does not constitute an endorsement of any candidate or proposition by ANTIGRAVITY Magazine. Welcome once again to your ANTIGRAVITY…
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Marta Jewson @martajewson.bsky.social · 1d
New Orleans public transit is free all day (Saturday)
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Marta Jewson @martajewson.bsky.social · 1d
New Orleanians, RTA is free tomorrow
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Louisiana Democrats @lademos.bsky.social · 1d
🐊 Running into issues at your polling place? Call (225) 255-3401.
The Voter Protection Hotline is here to help make sure your voice is heard and your vote is counted. 💙

#GeauxVote #lademos
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Jess Hides and Reads @simply-whimsy.bsky.social · 23h
Come on by! All set up! $1 off at my table if you have proof of voting. 127 s Soloman, today and tomorrow 12 - 6
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