UUA COMMON READ
- Nick Wallwork
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
When we do a UU Common Read together, we share in reflection, learning, and action. A Common Read can take us on a powerful journey into what it means to be human and accountable in a world filled with both pain and joy.
Common Read 2025-26: Social Change Now!
The 2025-26 UU Common Read is Social Change Now: A Guide for Reflection and Connection by Deepa Iyer (Skinner House).
Unitarian Universalists are invited to explore Iyer’s work through the lens of our UU faith and shared values. Participants explore Iyer’s Ecosystem model, the roles that comprise it, and how these can support the congregational community and, in turn, our role in wider communities where we work with others for social change.
Sign Up to Join the Common Read
There are three options for friends and members of the Morristown UU Fellowship.
Multigenerational Workshop for Children and Families led by Nick, our DRE. Based on Social Change Now and Deepa Iyer’s children’s book, We Are the Builders! Three active workshops invite all ages to experience learning synergy together. In person Meetings from 10 am - noon on Saturdays.
April 11
April 18
May 2
Discussion/Reflection for Adults and Older Youth led by Nick and Rev. Sasha. Three sessions in a small group ministry format offer reflection, discussion, and group work to apply learning from Social Change Now to the congregation as a social justice ecosystem. Hybrid meetings from 5:30-7pm on Thursdays
March 19
March 26
April 2
Discover the book with your group. Three sessions, a study guide and guidance from Nick and Sasha to lead with your own group. You pick the people, the time and venue that works for you in March and/or April.
It is our hope that our entire congregation will join this discussion as we believe it is an important tool in creating the world we want to see.
More information
More information from the UUA. UUA Common Read Website.
Information about the book from the Author. Deepa Iyer’s Website.
See the congregations and peoples across the country doing this work. Check out the Map.
Purchase “Social Change Now”. inSpirit Store
Purchase “We Are the Builders!” children’s book. inSpirit Store
*If you would like the Fellowship to order the books for you, please indicate on the sign up form.
Watch Introduction to Social Change Now!
The video, “Introduction to the UU Common Read of Social Change Now,” features the author, Deepa Iyer, in conversation with Nao Bethea, co-director for Lifespan Faith Engagement at the UUA (Vimeo, 30:47). Prepare to facilitate a Common Read program, by watching!
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