As we spiral through the seasons into Autumn, the nights are growing longer, and harvest is upon us. This time of ripening is evident at UUMFE, with many program offerings fruiting and ready to take part in. Whether you join our weekly Climate Grief Support Group, our monthly Community Read or Full Moon Gatherings, or our seasonal spiritual gatherings, I hope you will "pick" and enjoy whatever fruits from the UUMFE garden that seem most tasty!
Our Climate Grief Support Group meets every Friday from 1-2pm ET/10-11am PT, and is deeply connected to the heart of what we do. If you are experiencing any form of climate anger, anxiety, grief, or despair, this group provides a space to process with others in a trauma-informed and mindful way. Register here.
October Full Moon Gathering
Join UUMFE Executive Director, Reverend Lauren Levwood, and UUMFE Resident Musician, Li Kynvi, for a gathering in celebration of the Hunter’s Moon. Reverend Joel Tishken, Board member of UU Animal Ministry and Minister of the UU Church of Muncie, will join us as a special guest for this month’s Hunter’s Moon, which will honor the Goddess Diana.
Last night, we gathered on Zoom to begin our 2026-27 Community Read: Radically Reframing Climate Change: A Guide to Saving Ourselves by Will Hackman.
In our first meeting, we began with an intention-setting and community-building workshop. We set the stage to dive deep and bring the book to life, which means cultivating community connections and preparing for sustained, visionary, embodied action. Our next meeting is Monday, October 26.
Jessica Diaz is an ecologist and environmental justice advocate whose work is rooted in her experience growing up in east Houston, Texas as a daughter of Mexican immigrants. The dual experience of living with the petrochemical industry looming in the background and her cultural connection to the earth drives her commitment to improving air, water, and environmental quality for all communities and our non-human relatives. Learn more about Jessica.
ICYMI: New Board Member Spotlight
In case you missed it, we recently shared a board member spotlight on social media featuring Rev. Doug McCusker.
We asked Doug a few questions about his inspiration, UUMFE programs and offerings, and what climate justice means to him.
The UU Animal Ministry's annual Celebration and Blessing of the Animals is coming up on Sunday, October 4 at 4pm ET/1pm PT. This year is extra exciting, as UUAM celebrates its 40th anniversary. We are especially honored that UUMFE's very own Executive Director, Rev. Lauren Levwood, will be participating. We hope to see you there! Register here.
Roots of Injustice, Seeds of Change Presented by Toward Right Relationship with Native Peoples
On Saturday, October 24 from 4-6pm ET/1-3pm PT, attendees will experience the history of the colonization of Turtle Island, the land that is now known as the United States. The story is told through the words of Indigenous leaders, European/American leaders, and Western historians. Participants will engage with this history through experiential exercises and small group discussions, and will be invited to consider how we can build relationships with Indigenous peoples based on truth, respect, justice, and our shared humanity. Facilitated by Toward Right Relationship with Native Peoples’ Native and non-Native teams. Appropriate for high school students and adults. Learn more.
Islamic Eco-Spirituality Course
In this three-part mini-course, ICJS Muslim Scholar Zeyneb Sayilgan will draw on the Qur’an and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad to explore how nature can cultivate compassion, harmony, peace, and solidarity. Participants will also be invited to reflect on insights from their own religious and spiritual traditions. Learn more.
Certificate in Climate Action Planning
Gonzaga University’s online Certificate in Climate Action Planning helps professionals develop the practical knowledge and skills to create and advance climate action plans in their communities and organizations. The live, cohort-based program also emphasizes the leadership and communication skills needed to engage stakeholders, build support, navigate different perspectives, and move plans toward implementation.
30–50% tuition discounts are available for government employees, tribal members and employees, and employees of nonprofit organizations with fewer than 50 employees.
Cohort begins October 6. Final deadline to register is October 5.Learn more.
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