What is Unitarian Universalism?
Unitarian Universalism (UUism) is a theologically liberal religious denomination, characterized by its lack of dogma and its affirmation of the “free and responsible search for truth and meaning.” Its religious perspective is formed by a balance of reason and faith, intellect and intuition, a commitment to spiritual and ethical values, and a celebration of life.
Though UUism is originally Christian in origin and traces its roots back hundreds of years, UU congregations are now intentionally diverse religious communities, embracing Christians, Jews, Buddhists, humanists, agnostics, pantheists, pagans, and persons of many other spiritual paths and traditions, all sharing a desire to worship, learn, serve and celebrate together.
UUism imposes no creed, doctrine or required set of beliefs on its members, and, on the contrary, encourages individual, lifelong spiritual inquiry and growth. However, UU congregations covenant to affirm and promote a set of seven Principles, such as the inherent worth and dignity of every person, justice, equity and compassion in human relations, and respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.
