She’ll join us in worship, pastoral care, leadership & anti-racism work. Worship in OH (Sun) & DRUUMM Vespers (Sept 17, 8pm ET).

From SE Ohio to Fair Housing advocacy, from tending the public library to tending the human spirit—MJ’s journey is a long apprenticeship in accompaniment, justice & joy.

🌱 Some threads in ministry arrive shimmering—woven from lived struggle, song, and care. We welcome Melissa “MJ” Jeter as our Ministerial Intern, stepping into a season of shared ministry & growth.

RECAP: DRUUMM CA Retreat 2025 . BIPOC UUs gathered for a weekend of clarity, connection & care — from ancestral dinners to workshops, worship & joy. We reflected. We resisted. We rejoiced. #DRUUMM #NamingTheNow #BIPOCUU #UUJustice

The DRUUMM Beat (July–Aug) is out!. Reflections on Iran, war & peace, worthiness, survival, + GA & book club recaps. Read now 👉 More at #DRUUMM #UUJustice #SpiritualResistance

💛 Whether you sing, dance, pray, paint, write, or simply show up—you belong here.

“If you were here, right now, I would sing to you…” 🎶.A word from Rev. Katie Romano Griffin. In the spirit of Mercedes Sosa and every freedom song that has ever carried us forward, she reminds us that our voices, even trembling, are sacred instruments of resistance.

You're invited to the DRUUMM Open House!.🗓️ Fri, Aug 1 | ⏰ 8–9PM EDT | 💻 Online.Meet BIPOC UUs, learn about DRUUMM, and build community rooted in justice. 👥 Hosts: Karishma & Devin.🔗 RSVP: #BIPOCUU #UUJustice #DRUUMMOpenHouse

DRUUMM CA Summer Retreat is Aug 1–3!.Hosted by First UU SF & UU Fellowship of Redwood City. Gratitude to our organizers & Music Director Evelie Delfino Såles Posch!. 🔗 Register: ✈️ Travel help:

📣 In Opposition to War, In Defense of Life 🌍✊🏽.✨ Take Action.📚 Explore DRUUMM SWANA’s Peace & Justice Reading List: 🤝 Plug into UUJME's offerings: 💬 Drop your antiwar organizing ideas in the comments

What a week at #DRUUMMVillage! 🎉 . Congrats to Aisha Hauser, our 2025 Mel Hoover Beloved Community Awardee and thank you to Rev. Danielle Di Bona & Rev. Manish Mishra-Marzetti for your steady chaplain support!

DRUUMM Village at GA 2025 reminded us of what’s possible when BIPOC UUs gather in faith and love. ✨. 🌟 Join us online Aug 28 for our Leadership Installation. 📰 Stay informed: 💖 Fuel our ministry:

Over 120 of us gathered in DRUUMM Village at GA 2025. We sang, we witnessed, we shared truth and love across generations. Support our ministry at Follow our updates: Save the date: Aug 28, 8PM ET – Leadership Installation online

BLUU and DRUUMM share a joint statement in response to the U.S. bombing of Iran. 📄 Read the full statement: “In Opposition to War, In Defense of Life”

Celebrate bold leadership and resilience with this inspiring watch party. Friday, June 20 — 9:00-10:00 AM EDT. 📍Baltimore Convention Center Rm 321. 🔗 RSVP: #BlackGodfatherOfScuba #DRUUMMWatchParty #BIPOCLeadership #UUAGA

Bring your dinner and connect authentically in this casual caucus. Thursday, June 19 — 5:30-7:00 PM EDT. 📍Baltimore Convention Center Rm 321. 🔗 RSVP: #DRUUMMCaucus #BIPOCUnity #CommunityBuilding #UUAGA

Lift your voice with Gabe Perbieri and the DRUUMM choir. All welcome! Drop ins are welcome. Get the latest by RSVP or dropping by our booth. Thursday, June 19 — 1:00-2:00 PM EDT. 📍Baltimore Convention Center Rm 321. 🔗 RSVP: #DRUUMMChoir #BIPOCVoices

Invitation-only potluck celebrating Juneteenth with community and joy. Contact Rev. Verdis or any member of our leadership team for location details. Thursday, June 19 — 8:30-10:00 PM EDT. 📍DRUUMM House (15 minute walk). #JuneteenthPotluck #DRUUMMCommunity #BIPOCJoy #UUAGA

Gather in BIPOC community and feel the magic of DRUUMM! Meet our GA Team—Verdis, Gabe, Dana, Erol & Jeanay—as we build relationships and share stories. 🗓️ Thurs, June 19 | 12–1 PM EDT.📍 Rm 321, Baltimore Convention Center.🔗 #OpeningCircle #BIPOCPower

Join us for a Juneteenth Worship Watch Party as we reflect and celebrate resilience. Deep thanks to our siblings at Black Lives of UU for this offering. Thurs, June 19 | 9–10 AM EDT.Baltimore Convention Center Rm 321.RSVP: #Juneteenth #UUAGA