In the heart of DRUUMM lies a profound commitment to the principles of Unitarian Universalism: our faith centers on love, justice, and the search for truth and meaning. Our mission is deeply rooted in these values, guiding us to nurture leadership and build our wider community. We believe in the power of uniting Black, Indigenous, […]
Category Archives: Chaplain
The following is a transcription from Rev. Summer Albayati’s reflection from Refugee In My Own Home: A Unitarian Universalist Vigil for Gaza held last December 3rd, 2023. Click here for the Youtube recap. Beloveds, I’m the Reverend Summer Albayati. I’m Iraqi, Arab, Muslim, a UU minister. It is good that you’re here today. Thank you […]
A Pastoral note from Reverend Claudia Jiménez Our local YMCA has a large glass jar at the front desk with bright, colorful strips of paper and an invitation to “take a blessing” upon entering or departing. Recently, on my way in, I chose a yellow strip with the words “sometimes the work is resting.” It […]
Jacquelyn Cheryl Williams was born on April 5, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan to John Williams, Jr., and Clara Sangster. Known to many as Jacqui, she passed away on August 22, 2023. As an active and dedicated member of the Unitarian Universalist community, Jacqui held a longtime membership in DRUUMM (Diverse and Revolutionary UU Multicultural Ministries). […]
We are delighted to introduce two outstanding individuals to our DRUUMM Chaplain Team. Their vast experiences, commitment to service, and passion for pastoral care will undoubtedly enrich our community. Rev. Claudia Jimenez is currently serving as the Minister of Faith Development at the UU Congregation of Asheville, NC since 2018, Rev. Claudia’s dedication to pastoral […]
by Reverend Sangye Hawke Dear Ones, Let’s talk about the word Elder. Yeah, I know, it’s a loaded English word, and we have our culture-specific terms of reverence for being an adult in the 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and yes 9th decade as well. I prefer to transfer my understanding to this word as one […]
Dear Ones, Let’s talk about the word Elder. Yeah, I know, it’s a loaded English word, and we have our culture-specific terms of reverence for being an adult in the 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and yes 9th decade as well. I prefer to transfer my understanding to this word as one that means we’ve arrived, […]
by the Reverend Manish Mishra-Marzetti Dear members of DRUUMM’s extended family, I hope this spring season finds each of you well. As DRUUMM’s Lead Chaplain, I’ve been holding some sadness related to the ongoing pattern of BIPOC professionals and congregants leaving our UU congregations, and at times Unitarian Universalism altogether. The specifics in each individual […]
by the Reverend Manish Mishra-Marzetti, DRUUMM Lead Chaplain Dear members of DRUUMM’s extended family, I hope this spring season finds each of you well. As DRUUMM’s Lead Chaplain, I’ve been holding some sadness related to the ongoing pattern of BIPOC professionals and congregants leaving our UU congregations, and at times Unitarian Universalism altogether. The specifics […]
Hello, DRUUMM family, I want to share two stories from my recent sabbatical. I hope my words provide you with good thoughts and feelings. My sabbatical started and ended with a bang! On April 4th, I went to Memphis for five days to visit the place where we lost our King. I stayed at the […]
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