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Principles
We, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association 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. |
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Sources
The living tradition 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 religions, 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. As free congregations we enter
into this covenant promising to one another our mutual trust and support. |
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Purposes
The Unitarian Universalist Association shall devote its resources to and exercise its
corporate powers for religious, educational and humanitarian purposes.
The primary purpose of the Association is to serve the needs of its member
congregations, organize new congregations, extend and strengthen Unitarian Universalist
institutions, and implement its principles. |
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