Unitarian Universalism

Unitarian Universalism (UU or UUism) is a theologically liberal, inclusive religion formed by the merger of Unitarian and Universalist organizations in the mid 20th century. UUs generally: cherish creativity, freedom, and compassion; embrace diversity and interconnectedness; and promote personal spiritual growth and justice-making through worship, fellowship, personal experience, social action, deeds, and education. While one UU may differ from another in personal creed, the term UU is a distinct theological signifier and Unitarianism or Universalism should not be confused or interchanged with Unitarian Universalism.

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Liberal - Religion - Unitarian - Universalist - Unitarianism - Universalism

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The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), founded in 1961, based in Boston, MA and serving churches in North America, is the religion's largest incarnation in the world. It publicly represents more than 217,000 members and follows a congregational model. Founded in 1995, the International Council of Unitarians and Universalists (IUCC) serves congregations throughtout the world.

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Unitarian Universalist Association - Boston - MA - North America - Congregational - International Council of Unitarians and Universalists

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Both Unitarianism and Universalism find their roots in Christian Protestantism suggesting UU taxonomy as a non-denominational Christian faith. This is incorrect. Many UUs appreciate and value elements of Christian spirituality, but adherence to orthodoxy of any kind (Abrahamic or other) is a personal choice and not a requirement of Unitarian Universalism's creedless, non-dogmatic foundations. Even before formal Unitarian and Universalist organizations merged, the theological significance of the names expanded and evolved far beyond their traditional and historic definitions.

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Unitarianism - Universalism - Christian - Protestantism - Non-denominational - Spirituality - Creedless - Non-dogmatic - Unitarian - Universalist - Theological

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