Unitarian Universalist
Beliefs and Values (Continued)

Because of this approach to religion, Unitarian Universalists can be completely honest with one another. There is no "conforming" to which they must adhere. They speak their minds on all issues freely, for there are no "off limit" signs, no forbidden areas of thought, no prohibited doubts, that will make one an outcast. they have the freedom of acknowledging their doubts openly, and refuting "established authority," of challenging the opinions of others, and of changing their own. Therefore, Unitarian Universalists have a fellowship based on integrity, where they can take one another at face value because they have complete freedom of belief, without the need to conform.

Unitarian Universalism is an emotional experience as well as a relational approach to believing. It has power to move us to greater insight, nobler deeds, loftier thoughts, and broader affirmations. It draws on the psychological and mental health fields for a deeper and richer emotional understanding and level of living.

There is the further advantage that as one's experiences and ideas change, so may one's faith. If one's faith has a growing edge, providing an opportunity for the enlargement of values, then faith grows and matures with life's experiences. Such a faith is not left behind, but evolves with one. This is the promise of Unitarian Universalism. It is a faith that can keep on growing mentally, emotionally, and spiritually with a person throughout life.

Some of the material on this page and the pages listed here, has been taken from pamphlets published by: UUA Pamphlet Commission Publication