Unitarian Universalist Urban Ministry of Boston

Welcome to the Unitarian Universalist Urban Ministry.

For nearly 200 years, the Unitarian Universalist Urban Ministry has been working side-by-side with Boston’s urban communities to create opportunities and instill hope for a brighter future. Urban Ministry is the only organization of its kind – a free-standing UU social action organization, linked to the more than 50 UU churches in the Boston area and devoted to a ministry rooted in direct experience and service to those in Boston who are struggling for their lives. Each year member churches pay dues and are asked to make contributions to support its programming.

The Urban Ministry seeks to build bridges of understanding and mutuality so that people from all rungs of the economic ladder can work together to effect change. Our goal is to create a human community that is peaceful and just. We concentrate our efforts in four main areas: out-of-school-time programming for at-risk youth; youth weekend enrichment opportunities; shelter for those fleeing domestic violence; and a program to provide support for men in transition . In addition, the Urban Ministry links youth to summer camps in Boston area to openings that are held just for the children of our youth programs.

If you would like to offer volunteer assistance to the Urban Ministry, we welcome your participation in any of our programs. Please contact me about current opportunities and the type of orientation or training that might be recommended. I look forward to hearing from you. Also please visit our web site rich with information about our programs.

Sincerely,