Press – Denise M. Cawley

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Denise Cawley ready to speak on a variety of issues for justice. Prior to ministry she was a trainer in diversity topics around gender identity, sexual orientation, health, and anti-racism. She also had a long public speaking and teaching business in the arts teaching all over the Midwest about color theory, drawing, art history, quilting and fiber arts.

Dozens of television programs have interviewed Denise Cawley speaking on topics ranging from: voting rights and access to voting amongst people of color and poor families, Lake Michigan waste dumping, Earth Day, Swimming in polluted waters, women’s health, the Boy Scouts allowing gay leaders, LGBT issues, religion condemning LGBT people, Senate races and what women politicians wore, Rotary Club events, large fundraising events, PrideFest Wisconsin, to access to transit buses. Many of these are no longer live on news sites, but she can be TV ready for public witness and local commentary.

50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade: Some pray for end to abortion, while others mourn loss of reproductive rights

By Angie Leventis Lourgos Chicago Tribune Jan 22, 2023 at 5:00 am BY ANGIE LEVENTIS LOURGOS CHICAGO TRIBUNE The minister decorated the church with signs

Area pastors offer messages of hope for new year

“Making a choice to write letters in the new year, such as a love letter to yourself, an apology or something else imbued within the

Photos of people getting blessed at Pridefest

Two years in a row we have done this massive event that impacts thousands of people and it keeps growing. Myself and two other ministers

Bradford Community Church UU ministers condemn Tremper cheerleading awards

Body Image and Young Girls Commentary on a local issue around exploiting high school girls near the church I serve now: John Sloca – Kenosha

Portrait of a Gay Married Couple

Urban Milwaukee – By Denise Cawley We’re much like any American family. Except for all the legal hurdles and headaches. My family is just like

Where Do LGBT People Meet?

Urban Milwaukee – by Denise Cawley Community groups and volunteering help create friendships. Part 1 of two columns. Long gone are the days when taverns

I sense in RevD a serious effort to review where UUCW is at this challenging point, coming out of a pandemic and with budget challenges. She is taking full advantage of her brief time as full-time minister to triage major tasks, envision new and creative ways to engage church members, and prioritize future developments within a tough budget forecast

I am enjoying your mix of humanistic, esoteric, and practical spirituality. You are so good at encouraging and motivating parishioners to step up. Thanks for the nudge.

Rev. Denise has strong planning skills. We were able to plan many weeks in advance which gave me time to be successful planning RE lessons and to find suggestions for TFAA. Rev. Denise made time for me. I appreciate the time she spent collaborating with me.

Denise goes out of her way to include material sources from marginalized people (disabled, people of color, LGBTQ+, poor, immigrants and more) to remind us of our opportunities to welcome all.

I see Denise as a thought leader in a larger congregation. She holds the big picture, has a great handle on the mission and can raise positive energy.

Denise’s extensive network and relations with other faith leaders and community activists, brings a voice of authenticity to discussions of issues within our faith and the wider world.

Cheerleader Denise provides inspiration, energy and power to help us achieve ends in our strategic plan