by Jessica Alaimo, Executive Director, and Parker Cohen, Board Secretary, Murray Grove
Murray Grove is currently buzzing with new energy, fresh programs, and exciting partnerships – all rooted in our mission to be a sanctuary for spiritual growth, community connection, and radical inclusion.
We’re thrilled to announce that our saltwater pool is officially open for the season! Nestled among the trees on our peaceful 20-acre property, the pool is just one of the many outdoor amenities we’re proud to offer. Don’t forget that we also offer everything from walking trails and fire pits to a beautiful labyrinth. We are always the perfect destination for spiritual retreats, congregational gatherings, and family getaways, but there’s something about spring and summer at Murray Grove that is so special.
But perhaps the most exciting news of all: Murray Grove is partnering with Garden State Equality to host a groundbreaking LGBTQ+ Youth and Family Camp from September 26–28. This weekend retreat will provide a safe, affirming, and joyful space for LGBTQ+ youth and their families to connect, reflect, and thrive in a community grounded in love and acceptance.
Garden State Equality is New Jersey’s largest LGBTQ+ advocacy and education organization, leading the charge on statewide policy change, school inclusion, healthcare access, and more. Their work has made New Jersey one of the most progressive and protective states for LGBTQ+ rights in the nation. To host this camp in collaboration with them is a tremendous honor and a clear sign that Murray Grove is being recognized as a trusted, inclusive space for meaningful, justice-rooted programming.
We are so proud to be living our Unitarian Universalist values out loud, and we invite you to be part of it! Whether you visit us for a program, bring a group for a retreat, or support our mission through a donation or volunteer effort, you help keep this historic space thriving for generations to come. Your help is always appreciated at Murraygrove.org/donate.
If you’re interested in learning more, bringing a group, or helping sponsor a camper for the LGBTQ+ retreat, we’d love to connect! Together, we can ensure Murray Grove continues to be a beacon of Universalist love and a welcome space for all.