The Seven Principles
Unitarian Universalists affirm and promote:
Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth
The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process
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
These principles guide how we relate to each other and the world—rooted in love, openness, and responsibility.
UUA Core Values (UUA Bylaws, Article II, revised 2024)
The revised Article II emphasizes foundational values that grow from and deepen our covenant with one another. These values are:
Love – The central value that holds all the others together. We are called to love ourselves, each other, and the world.
Justice – We work toward equity and liberation for all.
Interdependence – We honor the sacred web of life and our place within it.
Equity – We strive to dismantle systemic barriers and create inclusive communities.
Transformation – We welcome change and growth, both personal and collective.
Pluralism – We value diverse beliefs, cultures, and voices as sources of wisdom.
Generosity – We practice gratitude, compassion, and a spirit of mutual care.
Together, these principles and values call us into deeper relationship—with each other, with our communities, and with the world. They are not static beliefs, but living commitments we strive to embody each day.
“Conscience is a mother-in-law whose visit never ends.” Or, put differently, conscience is a continual reminder that we can do better. But doing better requires benchmarks for comparison, and these spring from life experiences as varied as the human condition. I will explore the uncertainty of … read more.
In the context of not-so-distant American UU history, we will explore what it means to express ourselves, even when it’s difficult. What does it mean to speak truth to power? Who gets to decide who is in power? If one’s demographic group is in power, … read more.
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Image credit: Inspired by Diogenes. Public domain. Created with OpenAI.
Image credit: Compass. Public domain. Created with OpenAI.
Joe Hayek, Erich Frankland, and Stuart Mackenzie will share their spiritual journeys.
Image credit: Inspired by Diogenes. Public domain. Created with OpenAI.
We better trust the path forward when our leaders and fellow travelers take responsibility for their mistakes. We can make better decisions about the future when nobody is muddying up the waters. How can we create clarity and justice for others in the choices we … read more.
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In this Sunday service, we will be exploring forgiveness, a profound spiritual practice that has the power to set us free. Drawing on the wisdom of St. Germaine, we will reflect on the alchemy of forgiveness—how it transforms pain into compassion, resentment into love, and … read more.
Play is a vital part of the human experience. Play can help provide insight about ourselves and help us to connect with others. While some may see play as just fun and games, at its core, play is really a form of communication. Through play … read more.
