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Universalist Unitarian Church of East
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Principles of the
Unitarian Universalist Association
We,
the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association,
covenant to affirm and promote:
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The inherent worth and dignity of every person
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Justice, equity, and compassion in human relations
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Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual
growth in our congregations
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A free and responsible search for truth and meaning
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The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process
within our congregations and in society at large
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The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice
for all
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Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which
we are a part.
The living tradition we share
draws from many sources:
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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
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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
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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
traditions 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.
