Author: Marla Elsea

Preemptive Radical Hospitality: A Love-Centered Practice of Welcome

During the introduction of our strategic planning framework, questions arose about preemptive radical hospitality. Where did it come from? What does it mean? How do we do it? It’s not mere jargon; it’s the basis for our membership strategy. Here are some thoughts from your membership team: Unitarian Universalists draw from many sources — Christian, … Continue reading Preemptive Radical Hospitality: A Love-Centered Practice of Welcome

QUUeer Fête 2025 – Oct. 4: A Celebration of Music, Community and Joy

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 4 — because QUUeer Fête is back and bigger than ever! This one-of-a-kind music festival is a joyful, family-friendly, alcohol-free celebration of queer culture and community. Doors open and dinner service starts at 4:30 p.m. The entertainment begins at 5:30 p.m. This year’s lineup is stacked with talent. Our … Continue reading QUUeer Fête 2025 – Oct. 4: A Celebration of Music, Community and Joy

Fall Fun and Festivities!

Find all the fall fun waiting for you at the Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge. The church and community partners have so many great events lined up and you don’t want to miss them. Wednesday, Sept. 10 – Firepit Gathering – 6-8 p.m. – Need time to relax and connect with your community? We’ve got … Continue reading Fall Fun and Festivities!

Social Justice: Climate Group Plans Fall Speakers

Our Social Justice Team has several subteams that focus on specific topics, one of which is climate and environmental justice. The climate subteam meets from 10:15-11:15 a.m. during Middle Hour on the first Sunday of each month.  This fall, the team will welcome highlighted speakers to their meetings on an assortment of climate-related topics. They … Continue reading Social Justice: Climate Group Plans Fall Speakers

Welcome Rev. Meredith Barber!

The Rev. Meredith Barber, Minister of Congregational Life, joins the Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge as a cradle Unitarian Universalist and a preacher’s kid with a passion for the work of church. Meredith holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. During that time in her life, she felt particularly … Continue reading Welcome Rev. Meredith Barber!