UUPCC Transition Frequently Asked Questions

Who is supporting Partnerships during this transition? What if we need help with our existing partnership?

Rev. Morgan McLean, former Chair of the UUPCC Board, and current International Engagement Program Manager in the UUA International Office, is supporting partnerships. She will host quarterly partnership calls, be available for one-on-one conversation, and help make partnership connections.

Where can I find the videos celebrating the UUPCC? 

At the 2022 General Assembly in Portland, Oregon we had a special Farewell to the UUPCC, and an International Worship Service, both celebrating our decades of leaders and stories.

The UUPCC Farewell Celebration: https://vimeo.com/uuainternational/uupccfarewell

International Worship, UUPCC-ICUU Legacy: Stories Light the Way: https://vimeo.com/754265603

How do we do money transfers to our partners?

The UUA International Office will be facilitating Partner transfers using a simple online process.

https://www.uua.org/international/partnerships

Is there support for travel to our Partners?

We are working with partners on the ground to provide the coordination of travel. This is a new process and we have a lot to learn together. If you are planning a trip, please let Morgan McLean know (mmclean @ uua.org)

The UUA’s preferred travel agent at ProTravel is prepared to help with group travel.

David Bernard

617-559-5596 (direct)

David.bernard @ protravelinc.com

protravelinc.com

What if we want to start a new Partnership?

At this moment we are not establishing new partnerships. For congregations or groups considering new Partnerships, we encourage you to build a team of at least 5 people to begin to learn about international U/Uism and to consider what a Partnership might look like in your setting. 

What will happen to the UUPCC website? Facebook?

The UUPCC Website has been archived.

The Facebook page will merge with the ICUU Facebook as a place for ongoing updates.

How do we engage our Partners in transition conversations?

We are entering a new phase of Partnership and relationships. The reports of the International U/U Collaboration Group have self-reflection questions for North Americans to engage with. Your congregation’s committee could start there together, and then invite your Partners into the conversation. These difficult conversations about expectations, money, and communication will deepen levels of connection and understanding.

What do we tell our congregations, ministers, and update websites about the transition? What’s the name now? 

In 2020, the UU Partner Church Council (UUPCC) and the International Council of U/Us (ICUU) began a process of reflection and discovery. 

In the fall of 2021, the UUPCC and the ICUU voted to legally dissolve their organizations and to enter into a time of intentional transition and redefinition. Currently, a newly formed group of six U/Us around the globe are forming the Leadership and Design Team for the next phase of this new vision.

The work of Partnership continues in the congregations, with the support of the UU Partnering Consultant with the UUA’s International Office during this time of transition. The staff of the International Office is also supporting in new ways, including the administration of transfers. The funds previously given as membership fees and donations to UUPCC will be held by the UUA to support ongoing Partnerships, as well as the process that is underway in reimaging international relationships. Gifts can be given to the UUA. 

This website explains how we got to where we are and what the next steps are in more detail: https://www.uua.org/international/faith/international-u/u-collaboration

What is happening to the UUPCC history keeping and archives?

The UUPCC materials, including past newsletters and communications, meeting minutes, and photographs, are now stored at Andover-Harvard Library of Harvard Divinity School. The UUPCC established a formal agreement in 2017.

Where can we find ongoing transition information?

https://www.uua.org/international/faith/international-u/u-collaboration

https://sites.google.com/uua.org/intl-uu-collaboration/home

What we do about the Partner Church in the congregational budget?

We are grateful for your ongoing financial support of International U/U relationships. The UUA has agreed to temporarily receive earmarked donations until a new giving method is identified. Your previous “membership fees” will continue to support the transitional work as well as the emerging next steps.

Send donations via mail:

UUA Intl Office

Attn. Partner Church Donations

24 Farnsworth St

Boston, MA 02210

How can I support the AMBCV?

First Unitarian Church of Dallas, which established its Partnership with Annie M. Barr Children’s Village in 2019, will be the permanent home for student sponsorships.

Both named and general gifts will be collected by the First Unitarian Church of Dallas, and those funds directly to the Children's Village, along with specific names or donation notes, twice a year.

You can give online: 

https://www.dallasuu.org/give

You will be directed to give through the online system called Realm. There is a drop down menu to direct your gift to the "Children's Village."

You can via check, memo line "Children's Village" to:

First Unitarian Church

4015 Normandy Avenue

Dallas, TX 75205

How can we donate to support the ongoing International Collaboration?

We are grateful for continued financial gifts which support staff and volunteer work. The UUA has agreed to temporarily receive earmarked donations until a new giving method is identified. Send donations via mail:  

UUA Intl Office

Attn. Partner Church Donations

24 Farnsworth St

Boston, MA 02210

Or, donate directly online: https://giving.uua.org/misc-giving

Click 'Designation' pulldown and choose 'UU Partner Church Council'