Unitarian Universalists value the wisdom of many sources, including the Bible. However, over the years I have met fellow UUs who have shared that biblical readings make them uncomfortable. They offer reasons such as the Bible’s use to justify hate and the “isms,” conflicts with science, or a concept of God that doesn’t fit their […]

What is the common theological and moral grounding of our faith?  Contemporary Unitarian Universalism might be summed up in this way:  We believe that we all come from the same source, and that, ultimately, we are heading towards the same place and our destinies are intertwined.  Therefore, we must protect the sources of all life […]

One reason I moved to Tulsa for my internship was a desire to live in a city in the Bible Belt where Unitarian Universalism was thriving.  There were many experiences I hoped to gain, including visiting conservative, fast growing, evangelical congregations to better understand what was attracting so many people.  While there were a number […]

A couple of weeks ago, we hosted a meeting following our Sunday Services to begin a dialogue about how we care for one another during times of trial and transition.  The former Caring Committee has become dormant (even though there are volunteers involved with caring), and we have an opportunity to build something new.  We were […]

On Sunday, we celebrated two children in our community – a brother and a sister – a four-year-old and a baby.  We participated in their dedication ceremony, which is a ritual of welcoming, naming, blessing, and promising.  Through this ritual, we welcome our children fully into the life of our community. We welcome the fullness […]