Ten Good Reasons for Joining a Unitarian Universalist Congregation
* here we welcome diverse people and views.
* here we build a supportive community fellowship that eases our loneliness and opens our hearts
* here we respect the whole self -- mind, body, and spirit working together.
* here we empower ourselves to search for new truths and personal growth
* here we are part of a liberal tradition of reason and tolerance, and hope.
* here we reach out to learn about all philosophies, beliefs , and religions
* here we nurture our children's enthusiasms and encourage their questions .
* here we join in our strength with others to create a more just society.
* here we welcome diverse people and views.
* here we build a supportive community fellowship that eases our loneliness and opens our hearts
* here we respect the whole self -- mind, body, and spirit working together.
* here we empower ourselves to search for new truths and personal growth
* here we are part of a liberal tradition of reason and tolerance, and hope.
* here we reach out to learn about all philosophies, beliefs , and religions
* here we nurture our children's enthusiasms and encourage their questions .
* here we join in our strength with others to create a more just society.
Our Mission
We are a supportive, liberal church encouraging a lifelong search for spiritual wisdom, affirming the worth and dignity of each individual, and promoting social justice, peace, and the interdependent web of all existence in a welcoming community.
We Are A Welcoming Congregation
We openly welcome, affirm reach out to members, friends, and visitors who may identify as LGBTQ. We also provide support, education and resources to the church and the community regarding LGBTQ issues.
We are a supportive, liberal church encouraging a lifelong search for spiritual wisdom, affirming the worth and dignity of each individual, and promoting social justice, peace, and the interdependent web of all existence in a welcoming community.
We Are A Welcoming Congregation
We openly welcome, affirm reach out to members, friends, and visitors who may identify as LGBTQ. We also provide support, education and resources to the church and the community regarding LGBTQ issues.
Steps to Becoming a Member* of the Unitarian Church of the Lakes
1. Attend our services on Sunday and become acquainted with our church community
2. Understand the Seven Unitarian Universalist Values which this church embraces.
3. Attend a New Member Orientation to learn more about Unitarian Universalism, our church and what the benefits and expectations are in becoming a member of our church. These orientations are offered in the spring and fall and registration is required. Watch this website for the next Orientation’s date.
4. Make a commitment to our church . All U.U. churches are self-funded so we rely upon financial and/or service in order that we may continue to operate.
5. When you are ready to make your membership official, contact the Membership Coordinator or another Membership Committee member and arrange a Sunday where you can sign the Membership Book during the Joys/Concerns portion of a service.
*Members must be 14 years or older
Membership Privileges
1. Gain the right to vote on important congregational issues
2. Serve on the church’s Board of Trustees. (Board of Trustees serve a 2 year term; not to exceed 3 terms)
3. Receive the UU World, a quarterly magazine from the Unitarian Universalist Association
1. Attend our services on Sunday and become acquainted with our church community
2. Understand the Seven Unitarian Universalist Values which this church embraces.
3. Attend a New Member Orientation to learn more about Unitarian Universalism, our church and what the benefits and expectations are in becoming a member of our church. These orientations are offered in the spring and fall and registration is required. Watch this website for the next Orientation’s date.
4. Make a commitment to our church . All U.U. churches are self-funded so we rely upon financial and/or service in order that we may continue to operate.
5. When you are ready to make your membership official, contact the Membership Coordinator or another Membership Committee member and arrange a Sunday where you can sign the Membership Book during the Joys/Concerns portion of a service.
*Members must be 14 years or older
Membership Privileges
1. Gain the right to vote on important congregational issues
2. Serve on the church’s Board of Trustees. (Board of Trustees serve a 2 year term; not to exceed 3 terms)
3. Receive the UU World, a quarterly magazine from the Unitarian Universalist Association
