Some believe that a group with the inclusive name “Sedona Unitarian Universalist Fellowship” must have only a vague or undefined set of ideas. While SUUF is uniquely open-minded and big-hearted, it has a direction that unifies its members. SUUF affirms and promotes seven basic Principles–its cherished values and moral guides. These Principles aren’t presented as … Continue reading On What Principles Do We Agree? [#12]
Whatever they choose to, and their beliefs may evolve over time. UUs are open-minded. Most have gained truth and wisdom from cultures and traditions quite distant and different from those they grew up in. UU is a non-creedal faith. Rather than adhere to a common theology, UUs honor each person’s spiritual quest and the spiritual values they … Continue reading What Do We Believe? [#11]
UU youth are introduced to many religious traditions, challenged to formulate their own beliefs, and encouraged to respect the beliefs of others.
UUs’ guidance comes from six major directions
Who feels comfortable participating in the Sedona Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (SUUF)?
Because UUs respect a wide range of beliefs, some think they hold none themselves. Untrue.
How many UUs are there?
“Who are Unitarian Universalists?” someone asked a friend who attended a recent UU service. “Got me,” she replied, “after the service they stood around the coffee table discussing last night’s movie and next fall’s election; reviewing the morning sermon, designing tomorrow’s education, and worrying about the next century’s oceans. “They seem to enjoy celebrating the … Continue reading Who are We? [#5]
The late Unitarian Universalist minister Forrest Church suggested a thought experiment: Imagine waking one morning from a deep sleep to find yourself in the nave of a vast, ancient “Cathedral of the World.” At one end is the first altar ever built; at the other end is a shrine to the world’s newest faith; in-between … Continue reading Wake Up in the Cathedral of the World [#4]
Few Unitarian Universalists believe in supernatural acts that alter how the natural world works. Instead, most UUs believe that life itself is the supreme miracle. Being alive is viewed as an incredible gift, something holy, awesome, and mysterious. UU Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, “The invariable mark of wisdom is to see the miraculous in the … Continue reading Do We Believe in Miracles? [#3]
