We Are a Welcoming Congregation!

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware (UUCDC) is a Welcoming Congregation that seeks to celebrate and support the lives, the relationships, and contributions of its lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and heterosexual members and friends. We affirm and promote full participation of everyone in the life of our congregation and our community.

When and how did UUCDC become a Welcoming Congregation?

The UUA offers sixteen action steps as a guideline for UU congregations who seek to become a Welcoming Congregation. One of the action steps is to include specific language in the organization's non-discrimination statement in the bylaws, policies, and organizational literature.

Our congregation's Welcoming Congregation Resolution was voted on and accepted on April 21, 2002.

Are there other Welcoming Congregations?

Yes, in the United States and Canada, there are over 400 Welcoming Congregations in the Unitarian Universalist Association.

Interweave at UUCDC

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) individuals are a vital and vibrant part of Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware County's community. To foster an environment that is sensitive to and supportive of the presence, needs, and concerns of LGBT members in our congregation and the community at large, we have created a chapter of Interweave at UUCDC in Media, PA. We want to encourage the development of a community within the community -- one that is a distinct, yet integral part of the whole. We want to become a more visible and active presence in our church and in Delaware County through activities such as outreach, social action, religious education, inclusion in worship , and, of course, good old-fashioned fun! (Check out our brochure.)

Interweave Mission Statement

UUCDC's Interweave Chapter is a free membership organization affiliated with the Unitarian Universality Association. We are dedicated to the spiritual, political, and social well-being of Unitarian Universalists and others in our larger community who are confronting oppression as lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender persons and their heterosexual allies. Interweave celebrates the culture and lives of all of its members and its friends.

UUCDC's Interweave Committee

We invite your participation at our Interweave Committee's regular monthly business meetings. We meet at 7 PM on the second Tuesday of each month (Sep-Jun), usually in UUCDC's Youth Room, to discuss new ideas, plan events, and support one another as we work together to insure the continuation of our spiritual, educational, and outreach programs. Your help and input are essential in reaching our goals. We welcome your curiosity, your creativity, and your company. Working together we can accomplish great things. For more information, contact interweave@uucdc.org. Everyone is welcome!

Interweave Committee Meeting ~ 2nd Tuesdays at 7pm

Our Interweave Sponsored Programs

Everyone is invited to join us on the second Friday of most months (Nov-Jun) to potluck and enjoy fun activities, guest speakers, and movies. Allies, friends and seekers are all welcome. You don't have to identify as LGBT to join in the fun... just be sure to bring something good to eat! Occasional gatherings will meet offsite, so please check the church calendar for location and details. For more information, contact Interweave. Everyone is welcome!

Women's Spirituality Group

With a goal of exploring a deeper sense of women's spirituality, Interweave is now sponsoring a Women's Spirituality Group for all women interested in journeying together in a supportive environment. Possible paths of exploration may include celebrating the wheel of the year, a film series, sharing personal religious journeys, yoga, and women's spirituality workshops. Come join us and share your spirit with us! For more information, contact Interweave.

All Women Welcome!

Women's Spirituality Film Series
Spring

OUTLooks Discussion Groups for Gay Men & Lesbian Women

The William Way LGBT Center of Philadelphia and UUCDC's Interweave Chapter have partnered to host two series of OUTLooks Discussion Groups, one for lesbian women (Feb-April) and one for gay men (later in the Spring).

OUTLooks is a facilitated group conversation where group members learn more about themselves, relate with one another and express their opinions in an atmosphere of acceptance and community. The groups will be facilitated by a William Way program volunteers who have experience listening to and guiding group discussion that affirm and validate the individual. Registration is required. There is a small fee. Space is limited! You may call the William Way LGBT Center at to register, (215) 732-2220.

Lavender Women ~ A Lesbian Women's Activity Group

The Lavender Women's Lesbian Activity Group started in early 2006 by hosting a Spring Dance at UUCDC. The turn out was fantastic! Supported by UUCDC's Interweave Chapter and serving the Lesbian Women's Community of the Greater Delaware Valley, this group will host a number of dances each year as well as other gatherings. Your participation and support of these events will insure their continued success. For more information about Lavender women or the programs thereof, contact Lavender Women. All Lesbian & Bisexual women are welcome!

Moms with Kids ~ Lesbian Family Play Group

A social group for Lesbian mothers and their children, this group will meet together for family friendly activities. Contact Meredith via: Lavender Women if you are interested in participating.

HERstory Buffs ~ Lesbian Women's Film Series

If you love HERstory and movies, then this group is for you. This winter, we will watch a variety of films covering the struggles, the successes, and the comic relief of Women's History. Fri, 7-10pm, Spring

Stay informed ~ Join the Lavender Women's Yahoo Group & Listerv.

Friends of UUCDC Interweave

William Way ~ LGBT Community Center

UUCDC is delighted to be in partnership with the William Way LGBT Community Center, serving to help expand programming throughout the Delaware Valley and surrounding areas. We look forward to future programming and events! William Way Center programming promotes a positive sense of self-acceptance and appreciation of the LGBT Community, their diversity, their culture, history and contributions to society at large, and promotes mental and physical health and well-being for sexual and gender minorities. Located at 1315 Spruce St. Philadelphia, PA 19107 , contact the center at(215) 732-2220, or firstrep@waygay.org. Their website is:

St. Mary of Grace Independent Catholic Church

A Community where diversity is not only welcomed, but embraced, this group welcomes everyone regardless of marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or other circumstances. St. Mary's holds Mass at UUCDC on Sundays, 6 pm in the Sanctuary. Contact Fr. Joseph Menna, AIHM, (610) 566-1393, or JMennaAIHM@aol.com for more information.

LGBTQ Links

If you are interested in LGBTQ issues, programming and activism, you may find the following links to be helpful.

Interweave Continental

Interweave is a membership organization affiliated with the UUA. It is dedicated to the spiritual, political, and social well-being of Unitarian Universalists who are confronting oppression as lesbians, gay men, bisexual persons, transgender persons, and heterosexual allies. It celebrates the culture and lives of its members.

The UUA Office of Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian and Transgender Concerns

The Office is guided by the vision that someday we will be able to put ourselves out of business and that oppression against bisexual, gay, lesbian, and/or transgender people, whether it be overt or subtle, will be a thing of the past.

Resources

Resources for Queer Youth

For Youth who self-identify as Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Pansexual, Queer, Transgender, GenderQueer, Intersex, or who are Questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity and their allies.

Y.U.C.K.I.

The YUCKIS's are highschool-age members of UUCDC who are open to making new friends.

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