Welcoming Congregation Program
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Learn how to renew your Welcoming Congregation designation through our Five Practices of Welcome
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The fifth Practice of Welcome Renewal is Support a Welcoming Project. Welcoming Congregations are congregations that give generously of our gifts and resources. To remain current, congregation may donate a sizable donation to a local and national organization, campaign, or project that uplifts the dignity of LGBTQ+/TGQ
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As Unitarian Universalists we believe every person is born with dignity and humanity, and that includes their gender expression. We practice that belief by creating welcoming and inclusive spaces. This page supports bathroom facilities that are physically accessible (ADA compliant)...
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The Welcoming Congregation Bulletin is a monthly newsletter that keeps readers connected to the work of building a welcoming and inclusive...
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We know that religious spaces haven’t always been welcoming places for all people, especially when it comes to gender and sexuality. We are out to change that. ...
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For more than twenty years, the Welcoming Congregation Program has helped Unitarian Universalist congregations become more welcoming and inclusive of people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. ...
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Requirements ...
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In 1987 the Unitarian Universalist Association established the Common Vision Planning Committee, a diverse group of clergy and laity from...
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“Examining and extending our language gives us a chance to broaden our definition of the word we .” —Rev. Barbara Pescan Being a welcoming...
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From the Unitarian Universalist Association's office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Ministries ( LGBTQ Ministries )...
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One of the most public ways that your congregation can proclaim its welcome to all people, regardless of identity, is to include language...
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When people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and/or queer (LGBTQ) first come to your congregation, they may be uneasy until they know they are welcome. ...
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The Unitarian Universalist Association expects all of its member congregations to welcome and value diversity of sexual and affectional orientation, gender identity and expression, race and ethnicity, ability/disability, class and educational background, age, and citizenship status. ...
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In June 2013, the General Assembly of the Unitarian Universalist Association voted to amend Article II of its bylaws to the following:...
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No set of guidelines can address the diverse needs of the wide range of Unitarian Universalist congregations, but the following Commitments to inclusiveness and Actions for achieving those Commitments were adopted by the delegates of the 1989 General Assembly as the outline for the Welcoming...
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Unitarian Universalism has made a commitment to opening its doors to people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Whether you are seeking a religious community or you are a leader or member wanting to help your congregation deepen its welcome, we have resources for you! ...
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The following documents are in PDF format. Download the full curriculum (113, pages) . Beginning Introduction Assessment/Discernment/...
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Beginning Introduction Assessment/Discernment/Analysis Session 1 Assessment/Beginnings Session 2 Where Are We? Where Am I? Session 3 If We...
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Unitarian Universalism is a religion that has made a name for itself as being welcoming to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals and families. You can find out more about Unitarian Universalism and also check out Unitarian Universalist LGBT history and facts. ...
Pacific Western Region
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Twenty-six years after the launch of the Welcoming Congregation Program, the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) has some great news!...
Uplift: Uplifting LGBTQ+ Experience Within and Beyond Unitarian Universalism
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By Michael J. CrumplerA new approach to Welcome Renewal has come! To learn how to begin the Five Practices of Welcome Renewal at your congregation, please attend one (or more) of our monthly orientations.
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“As a Welcoming Congregation, the Pagosa Unitarian Universalist Fellowship invites everyone to share in our faith community. We cherish diversity and foster a safe environment for all.” - PUUF Statement of Inclusion
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The word “Welcome” comes from the Old English and means “one whose coming is pleasant.” I love that we begin with a welcome because as Unitarian Universalists, “welcome” connects us to our 7 principles. In Unitarian Universalism, you can bring your whole self: your full identity, your questioning mind, your expansive heart.
UU World
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By Sonja L. CohenImage credit: A small breakout group meeting in a large auditorium at 2018 General Assembly
