Faith in Action, an occasional update sponsored by UUCD's Act for Justice and Care Teams, helps keep you informed of local, state and nationwide opportunities to engage in justice work. Check out the listings to see where you feel led.

If you do not wish to receive this special e-newsletter, rather than unsubscribing which will remove you from the CONNECT list, as well, simply contact Cherie who will record your preferences.

>Racial Justice Team Meeting - 6:30 p.m., Thurs., May 12 - in-person or Zoom, by phone at 651-372-8299. All are welcome!

>Climate Action Team Meeting - Tues May 17 at 4 pm, all are welcome! - Zoom. Contact Beth Tamminen if you have questions.

>Affirming & Welcoming Committee meeting, Sun., May 22, at 2:p.m. all are welcome! . Zoom

>Racial Justice Book Club - 6:30 p.m., June 7, “Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry” by Mildred Taylor Zoom.

Each month a different non-profit group which works locally receives the Woven Basket collection for the first four Sundays of the month. Fifth Sundays are for either the UUCD Leadership Fund or Emergency Fund. Ten months are open for nomination; two months are set aside for (1) CHUM, of which we are a member congregation; & (2) an organization chosen by children and youth in our Family Ministry program.

Nominations will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Wed., May 18. You may nominate more than once but only one organization per form. Click here to nominate!

A ballot will be sent to voting members shortly after nominations are closed.

Heartfelt thanks to all who have contributed to the fundraising campaign for our solar array. We are delighted by your generosity and have had enough response to move ahead toward scheduling the roof work and solar installation for this summer. Those who have questions regarding a gift for solar, or who wish to add their contributions to this project, please contact Sally Munger. You can also simply write a check to UUCD with Solar on the comment line and deliver it to Kathy in the office. 

The UU Ministry for the Earth is a source for information and updates on faith-based work for climate justice. Also, MNIPL is advocating for state climate actions that could pass this session (letter to sign)!

Every member and friend of UUCD is a member of the Caring Community. Our new organizational structure—team leaders volunteer to coordinate one quarter at a time—is a new approach, and we have been able to meet the needs of members and friends who have requested food, rides, visits, and other help that we can provide. Team leaders and Rev. Bruce meet on Zoom the last Monday of every month (the May meeting is May 23) as we try to keep up with needs of the community. Click here to see the list of this quarter’s team leaders to call or call Rev. Bruce with your ideas.

Several members of UUCD and First Methodist have met twice to discuss forming a Sponsor Circle to help resettle more Afghan refugees in Duluth but no decision has been reached. We understand that the need for Afghans currently in the U.S. has largely been met. Sponsoring Ukrainian refugees was also discussed. This effort follows a very different program by individuals who are aware of specific Ukrainian people needing sponsorship.

If you are interested in receiving more information should the project develop further, please contact Cherie.