Congregational Group Visits
Come with your Congregation to visit the UU Urban Ministry
Consider Yourself Invited!
We are excited to invite you and your congregation to explore the heart of our work at the UU Urban Ministry through personalized tours of our historic campus and the vibrant community of Roxbury.
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As part of our mission to foster justice, connection, and transformation, we welcome partnering congregations to engage with us through these visits. Each experience is tailored to suit the interests of your group, providing a meaningful opportunity to deepen your understanding of our work and the stories of the community we serve.
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Tours offered:
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Visit the UU Urban Ministry in Roxbury
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Seeing Me in the World (Youth-Focused)
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Bridges of Understanding (All Ages) ​
Check out more details about these opportunities below. If you are interested or have any questions, contact our Congregational and Volunteer Coordinator Robert Jones: rjones@uuum.org.
Visit the UU Urban Ministry in Roxbury
Explore the rich history and vibrant mission of the UU Urban Ministry by joining us for a tour of our campus! Together, we will delve into the stories and spaces that reflect our commitment to justice, community, and transformation.
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These engaging tours might include some of the following:
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A tour of the UUUM campus and Eliot Square
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Hear about our programs and vision
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Time in the peace garden (weather permitting)
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A tour of the Dillaway-Thomas House
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A look at our restored Meetinghouse
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Through these tours and discussion, we’ll share our mission to create a more just and compassionate world, tell you about how our current programs are serving the local community, and our vision for the future.
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Come and experience how our work nurture relationships, foster hope, and inspire action. We look forward to welcoming you to the UU Urban Ministry!
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Seeing Me in the World (Youth)
At the UU Urban Ministry, we are creating opportunities for youth to come together in a spirit of learning, connection, and shared purpose. This exciting program invites congregational youth to engage with one another as they explore critical issues in Greater Boston.​
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We welcome youth in grades 8 through 12 to join us on this fun educational journey.
If you have young people in your congregation who are interested in participating, we’d love to have them come for the day!
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Together, we can inspire the next generation to build a more just and inclusive world.​
If you are interested in bringing a youth group, contact Robert Jones, rjones@uuum.org.
Bridges of Understanding (All Ages)
We are thrilled to introduce Bridges of Understanding, a new program at the UU Urban Ministry designed for individuals of all ages who are committed to building a more just and equitable society.
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This program invites participants to gather for a morning of thought-provoking discussions, impactful readings, and hands-on activities. Together, we will explore the challenges of injustice and inequality while learning how to collaborate across differences and deepen our commitment to justice-making.
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Whether you are part of a congregation or community group to engage in this vital work, we invite you to join us.
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If you are an individual who is eager to engage in this vital work, we invite you to join ais! Keep an eye out our events page and sign-up for our e-news to know when we have open spots to join!
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If you’re interested in bringing a Bridges of Understanding session to your group, please contact Robert Jones at rjones@uuum.org.
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