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UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Feb 15

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UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · 2d

Families belong together. Kilmar should be with his wife and children, not in ICE detention or deported to another country.

Although this is not a state legislative activity, Kilmar is a Maryland resident and a member of our ally -- CASA.

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UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · 2d

Our UU faith promotes and affirms the values of justice, equity, and compassion in human relations. We believe that everyone who lives in Maryland should be able to live a life without fear, regardless of race, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, or immigration status.
#FreeKilmar

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CNN @cnn.com · Aug 25

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was unlawfully deported to El Salvador earlier this year, has been taken into ICE custody. https://cnn.it/4mUsJnD

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Aug 23

The Unitarian Unversalist Legislative Ministry Kickoff will be on January 31st, 9:30-1:30, at the UU Church of Annapolis. Please mark your calendars, and plan to join us in person or virtually, if possible!

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Aug 3

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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · Aug 3

"Don quietly drew people into justice work. Try as I might, I don’t recall Don issuing any demands or instructions. He just moved things along, and we stepped in next to him."

Please read Former Board Chair Charlotte Jones Carroll's heartfelt tribute here: uusj.net/wp1/leading-...

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Quote: "Don quietly drew people into justice work. Try as I might, I don’t recall Don issuing any demands or instructions. He just moved things along, and we stepped in next to him."

"Don quietly drew people into justice work. Try as I might, I don’t recall Don issuing any demands or instructions. He just moved things along, and we stepped in next to him."

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Please read Former Board Chair Charlotte Jones Carroll's heartfelt tribute here: https://uusj.net/wp1/leading-from-behind-don-chery-celebration-of-life/

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Jul 23

The light of Don’s life shone with reason, compassion, and justice.

We honor him.

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Jul 23

He also believed that so many of our social ills were stove-pipe issues, regularly reminding his peers that immigration dynamics touch community, county, state, and federal policy frameworks.

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Jul 23

We can’t help but conclude that his perspective was shaped by his training as a hydrologist, volunteer work, and his active role in our faith tradition.

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Jul 23

Don brought a long-term, intersectional, and strategic perspective to bear with @uusj.bsky.social , River Road UUC, and the UUA’s President’s Council, as well as serving as a supporter of the @aclu.org and CASA among other organizations.

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Jul 23

Don was a founding member of @uulm-md.bsky.social from its beginnings in 2005, serving in many capacities from the Board of Directors, to the liaison to the River Road Congregation.

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Jul 23

Don was a quiet champion for working across silos in the UU ecosystem and a supporter of our efforts to build a movement for UU advocacy across the federal government and the state of Maryland. He was a steadfast member of UUSJ’s Immigration Action Team.

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Jul 23

We remember and celebrate the life and work of Donald Luke Chery, Jr., affectionately known as Don, in love and justice.

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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · Jul 23

We remember and celebrate the life and work of Donald Luke Chery, Jr., affectionately known as Don, in love and justice.

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The Unitarian Universalist Association @uua.org · May 6

🎉OWL turns 25! Since 1999, this inclusive, values-based sex ed program from the UUA & the
@unitedchurch.bsky.social has offered age-appropriate, accurate info on bodies, identity & relationships. Here's to 25 years of truth, care & respect for every life journey.💜 www.uuworld.org/owl #SexEdIsSacred

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Aruna K. Miller @arunamiller.bsky.social · Apr 7

It’s Sine Die! It’s been a challenging session, but
@govwesmoore.bsky.social and I are grateful to the General Assembly for their partnership. The work we’ve done together will move Maryland forward. Let’s finish strong!

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Unitarian Universalist Young Adult Revival Network @uu-yarn.bsky.social · Apr 7

Check out the April edition of The Sweet Potato, our roundup of online UU Young Adult Ministries, Pastoral Care offerings, educational programs, job opportunities, support groups, media, Young Adult owned creative enterprises and more. icont.ac/50ZTD 💗

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The Unitarian Universalist Association @uua.org · Apr 7

✊ UUs joined 1,400+ “Hands Off” protests nationwide—pushing back against attacks on democracy, bodily autonomy, LGBTQIA+ rights & more. From Georgia to California, we showed up.

🎥 Watch Rev. Amanda Schuber: bit.ly/4cpqHrF
#HandsOff #UU #Democracy

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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · Apr 7

Congress MUST Vote NO on the SAVE Act!
Have you Written your Lawmakers?
They may be voting today!

Write them Right Now! bit.ly/VoteNo-SaveAct

Our UU faith is built around the sacred bond between the elected and the electors.
@uua.org, @uucsj.bsky.social, @uusc4all.bsky.social

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · Apr 7

This legislative session, Maryland was faced with the largest budget challenge since the Great Recession and a new federal administration that threatens our economy.

There is still work to do, but I want to thank our partners in the General Assembly for their hard work over these past 90 days.

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Mar 17

Today is Crossover Day in the Maryland General Assembly, if you live in Maryland, please check out www.uulmmd.org/take-action for actions to support @uulm-md.bsky.social's priority bills.

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UU College of Social Justice @uucsj.bsky.social · Mar 17

"presence is an act of deep love — a deep abiding love for humanity, which is in direct opposition to the death-making systems that want us to dispose of each other. I think that love is essential to our movement work..."

#AbolitionNow
#WeGrowTheWorldTogether

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Abolition Work Shows Us There’s Joy to Be Found Even as the World Is on Fire

Care work and parenting work are not an accessory to abolition — they are core to the struggle itself.

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UU College of Social Justice @uucsj.bsky.social · Mar 10

Today #UUSC announced the launch of a #ResistanceNetwork, which supports Advocacy goals to defend civil liberties, democracy, and human rights.

You can join the network and spread the word to be a part of a faithful Resistance Network!
uusc.quorum.us

#TogetherWeRise

Join the UUSC Resistance Network – Mobilizing for Human Rights & Democracy

The struggle for human rights has never been more urgent. Join UUSC’s Resistance Network—a hub for action, learning, and solidarity. Stay informed, take action, and build collective power to defend de...

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Pastor Richenda @pastorrichenda.bsky.social · Feb 20

Young people! Please help us old people make charts. Lol.

In all seriousness, though. This kind of information is so helpful for those of us (me!) who are trying to move the conversation forward and show how important it is to listen to youth.

In return, we agree to be made fun of in memes. 🩷

UN Environment Programme @unep.org · Feb 20

Are you between 18 and 35 years old? We want to hear from you!

We’re teaming up with the Children and Youth Major Group to UNEP, to better understand your environmental priorities and interests.

Share your thoughts by filling out this quick survey by March 11th: bit.ly/42WT125

Your voice matters!

UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · Feb 15

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