This reflection on Interdependence is part of a collection entitled, "Theological Reflection on Shared Values" by Rev. Dr. Sheri Prud’homme. In 2024, Unitarian Universalists adopted six shared values, centered around love, as a guiding expression of their faith.

This reflection on Love is part of a collection entitled, "Theological Reflection on Shared Values" by Rev. Dr. Sheri Prud’homme. In 2024, Unitarian Universalists adopted six shared values, centered around love, as a guiding expression of their faith.

Rev. Dr. Sheri Prud’homme reflects on the interplay of Unitarian Universalism’s theological heritage and the shared values from the proposed revision of Article II and offers ideas as a beginning to further conversation among UUs.

Austen Petersen writes, "The future of Coming of Age must be rooted in a deep and abiding joy in community. "

Hymns for this value speak to the ways in which we are all holy, all connected, all worthy of being known, all belonging.

Hymns for this value emphasize mutuality, connection, and care for one another and our communities.

Hymns for this value are often hopeful about changes to come - about finding hope, experiencing renewal, knowing that we are always changing, always in process.

Hymns for this value may be about changing hearts and minds, or calling us to the work, or declaring what work needs to be done. They are often visionary or prophetic in their language but may also be surprisingly practical, and useful in the boots-on-the-ground acts of justice.

Hymns for this value emphasize expansive ways to approach belief, theology, and the connections between people of different faiths and experiences

Hymns for this value speak to the ways we learn from the earth and belong to this planet we call home; some may lean into the inspiration, others to our role in the stewardship of our home.

Hymns that emphasize this core value speak to the ways love calls us to be compassionate, kind, and open to ourselves and others.

Interviews with Religious Professionals and youth participants in Coming of Age programs.

Unitarian Universalism is a living tradition that has changed in many ways from the original Christian roots of its Universalist and Unitarian heritages, and it continues to evolve today. Most recently, this evolution has taken the form of adopting new language to describe who we are as UUs.

Stevie Carmody asks, "How might our Coming of Age rituals be re-envisioned to emphasize our covenantal theology?"

The years-long democratic process culminated with debate and the GA vote. A two-thirds majority was required for approval.

More than 3,400 Unitarian Universalists came together to explore the faith’s underpinnings, take consequential votes, and be in community with one another.

Parameters: 2 to infinity! Can be done at an in person gathering or asynchronously. People hang brown paper "mailbags" they decorated on the wall and others write love notes to them. There's a snail mail option too!

BLUU Executive Director Lena K Gardner shares insight on the effort, which broke ground in May, and explains how this affordable housing approach reflects UU values.

This activity is inspired by the tradition of "trick or treating," but can be implemented in any season! It is an intergenerational activity that has opportunities for youth leadership.

A wonderbox activity that explores our UU Shared Values by Adrienne Summerlot.