About Unitarian Universalism
Beliefs & Principles
Unitarian Universalism is a liberal religion that embraces theological diversity; we welcome different beliefs and affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every person.
Chalice
A flame within a chalice (a cup with a stem and foot) is a symbol of the Unitarian Universalist faith.
Worship
Unitarian Universalists have a rich religious community with Sunday and holiday services and life passage celebrations.
General Assembly Starts on June 20—in 2012-06-20 19:30:00 GMT-07:00
Dynamic Programming Planned for Justice General Assembly in Phoenix
This year, a diverse team of Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) staff and committee members was assembled and charged with identifying excellent General Assembly programming—education and preparation that will build the capacity of Unitarian Universalists to oppose systemic racism and to witness on immigration, racial and economic justice. Workshops and other events that will serve to educate and prepare attendees to publicly witness and to perform service, both in Arizona and at home, were especially sought.
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Faith Without Borders: From Elmina Castle: Undoing Racism
The Rev. Peter Morales, President of The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), and a delegation of Unitarian Universalists have just returned from visiting the Every Child is Our Child program partners of the UU-UNO in Ghana. In his post on the Faith Without Borders blog, Charles DuMond, a member of this delegation, shares reflections following visits to schools near the Cape Coast and Elmina Castle near Accra.
UUA President Applauds Statement on Same Sex Marriage from President Obama
UUA President the Rev. Peter Morales applauds President Obama's decision to declare his support for the freedom to marry for all loving couples. "Like many Americans, President Obama says his position on this issue has evolved over the years, and today it seems clear that the arc of the universe is bending toward justice," affirms Rev. Morales.
Now Available from Skinner House Books: The Pen and the Bell: Mindful Writing in a Busy World
It can be difficult to create space for our spiritual lives in a world crowded with distractions. The Pen and the Bell, from Skinner House Books, addresses the topic of achieving mindfulness and creative fulfillment in spite of long to-do lists. It's about gaining access to our deeper selves in the workaday world, and bringing forth this authentic self in our writing. With both meditative and writing exercises in each chapter, it will help you awaken your creative soul and find a more rewarding life.
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