A: From the UUA Website: "Unitarian Universalism is a liberal religion that encompasses many faith traditions.
Unitarian Universalists include people who identify as Christians, Jews, Buddhists, Hindus,
Pagans, Atheists, Agnostics, Humanists, and others. As there is no official Unitarian
Universalist creed, Unitarian Universalists are free to search for truth on many paths."
To quote the Rev. Marta Flanagan, "We uphold the free search for truth. We will not be bound
by a statement of belief. We do not ask anyone to subscribe to a creed.
We say ours is a non-creedal religion. Ours is a free faith." Although we uphold shared principles,
individual Unitarian Universalists have varied beliefs about everything from scripture to rituals to God.
A: Our Sunday Services are varied and unique, but generally we have an opening piece of music followed by a welcome statement, then a call to worship. Next there is a time for church announcements and that is often followed by a time for sharing brief personal joys and sorrows. Then we often sing a hymn, which is followed by a children's story.
After the children's story, our children usually leave the service to attend classes or play. After the children's recessional we collect the weekly offering with musical accompaniment, and then the main speaker is introduced. The Minister or guest speaker delivers the sermon and we conclude with another hymn followed by closing words and then a final musical postlude. After the service we usually have a light lunch, coffee, and refreshing conversation.
A: There is not dress code requirement for our church. Some folks wear blue jeans and a t-shirt, others wear shorts and a tank top, and a few dress more traditionally in conservative style. Wear what you are comfortable in and you will be welcomed!
