UU Theology: A History of Justice

Our members live throughout the region and come from diverse religious traditions or have no formal spiritual background. Unitarian Universalism spans many viewpoints and beliefs, and its theology and practices can be adapted to you. Wherever you might be on your life journey, you are welcome here. While membership is not a requirement, if you have found a home here or just want to learn more about Unitarian Universalism, we invite you to attend our first of three classes on the history of this faith.
You will learn:

- UU identity, history, theology, and structure.

We will:

- Offer you an opportunity to reflect on your spiritual journey

- Answer any questions you have

Meeting Dates: October 6th, 2026, 6-7:30pm in our Zoom Room

Study Materials:

Feel free to watch any of all of these videos on your own before the session. You will also have access to readings and resources the week before we meet.

1. We are Unitarian Universalists. This is a three minute quick introduction, you may have already watched on our website: We Are Unitarian Universalists

2. A History of Unitarianism (This is 7 minutes; by Rev. Sean Neil-Barron)

3. A History of Universalism (5 minutes by Rev. Sean Neil-Barron).

4. What is a Unitarian Universalist – Testimonies (2 minutes)

Please review these materials after the course:

5. Sermon on Liberation and Love by Rev. Yadenee Hailu (11 minutes). If you decide to watch this on your own, you might listen for her description of “how” we live our faith and reflect on the “how” of your commitments to love and liberation.

6. UU theology video by Rev. Matthew Johnson: (12 minutes):

• After watching Matthew’s Theology video, you might enjoy watching this video of “Holy Now” by Peter Mayer, a favorite UU musician: (4 minutes)

• Here is a favorite hymn by Yseye Barnwell of Sweet Honey in the Rock “We Are. . .”

7.  Here is a link to information about our flaming chalice: You can also explore the Many Beliefs of Unitarian Universalists.

What does it means to be part of a local congregation – and an international movement. (total watch time: 11 minutes)

A.     What does it mean to be a member? (5 minutes)

B.      What is the UUA? (3 minutes)    

C.     This short film (3 minutes) is about international Unitarian Universalism: