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Our Principles & BeliefsWelcome to Unitarian Universalism, a religion that celebrates diversity of belief and is guided by seven principles. Our congregations are places where we gather to nurture our spirits and put our faith into action through social justice work in our communities and the wider world.
Newcomers are always welcome in Unitarian Universalist congregations. There is no formal conversion process, so becoming a Unitarian Universalist is simply a matter of self-identification. Membership is voluntary and does not require renouncing other religious affiliations or practices. UU HistoryUnitarian Universalism has a deep and diverse history, dating back to Sixteenth Century Transylvania (Unitarian) and to Eighteenth Century America (Universalist). By the middle of the Twentieth Century, it became clear that Unitarians and Universalists could have a stronger religious voice if they merged their efforts, and they did so in 1961--forming the Unitarian Universalist Association.
With its historical roots in the Jewish and Christian traditions, Unitarian Universalism is a liberal religion: a religion that keeps an open mind to the religious questions people have struggled with in all times and places. We believe that personal experience, conscience, and reason should be the final authorities in religion, and that in the end, religious authority lies not in a book or person or institution, but in ourselves. Reflecting that faith in personal choice, Unitarian Universalism is a non-creedal religion. |
UUFJC HistoryUUFJC organized in 1991. We observe and recognize a broad set of religious traditions and belief systems. Most of us come from Christian backgrounds. Many are humanists, while some are atheists or agnostics. Many of our members relate to Buddhism, and some follow Earth-centered religions, including Paganism and New Age spiritualism.
Our diversity creates a dynamic setting to explore and question life's mysteries. We cherish free religious thought, ongoing spiritual exploration, and opportunities to act for social justice. We are a Welcoming Congregation. That means we welcome all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, language, citizenship status, economic status, national origin, or religious belief. |
There are seven principles which Unitarian Universalist congregations affirm and promote:
(1) The inherent worth and dignity of every person;
(2) Justice, equity and compassion in human relations;
(3) Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations;
(4) A free and responsible search for truth and meaning;
(5) The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large;
(6) The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all; and
(7) Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.
(1) The inherent worth and dignity of every person;
(2) Justice, equity and compassion in human relations;
(3) Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations;
(4) A free and responsible search for truth and meaning;
(5) The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large;
(6) The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all; and
(7) Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.
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Bylaws and Policies
Officers and Committees
Committee Documents
Minutes and Reports
Newsletter Archives