Principles & Beliefs

Unitarian Universalism is a liberal, open-minded religion that encourages and supports people seeking their own spiritual path. Members welcome different beliefs and seek to find the wisdom in all religions.

There is no creed or dogma. Instead, each congregation creates its own covenant, a statement of mission and belief. Unitarian Universalists seek not only to grow spiritually, but also to become involved in the social issues of the world.

Congregations create ways to address social issues such as civil rights, environmentalism, gay and lesbian rights, and economic and racial justice.

The Seven Princliples

The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) principles express the shared values that our congregations affirm and promote:

1. The inherent worth and dignity of every person;
2. Justice, equality 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;
7. Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.