About Unitarian Universalism
Unitarian Universalists have agreed to live by seven principles,
and have identified six sources of religious tradition. These
principles and sources have been arrived at through a democratic
process involving our membership, and may occasionally be amended
the same way. In fact, the sixth source was added recently, in 1996.
We covenant to affirm and promote:
- The inherent worth and dignity of every person;
- Justice, equity and compassion in human relations;
- Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual
growth in our congregations;
- A free and responsible search for truth and meaning;
- The right of conscience and the use of the democratic
process within our congregations and in society at large;
- The goal of world community with peace, liberty and justice for all;
- Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.
The living tradition which we share draws from many sources:
- Direct experience of that transcending mystery and
wonder, affirmed in all cultures, which moves us to a
renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces
which create and uphold life;
- Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which
challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil
with justice, compassion and the transforming power of
love;
- Wisdom from the world's religions which inspires us in
our ethical and spiritual life;
- Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond
to God's love by loving our neighbors as ourselves;
- Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the
guidance of reason and the results of science, and
warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit;
- Spiritual teachings of Earth-centered traditions which
celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct us to
live in harmony with the rhythms of nature.
Grateful for the religious pluralism which enriches and ennobles our
faith, we are inspired to deepen our understanding and expand our vision.
From time to time, LCUUC may adopt
Statements of Conscience regarding
important issues of our time, which extend and interpret the purposes
and principles of Unitarian Universalism.
For more information concerning our religion, please visit the website of
the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA)
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