What happened to our denomination?
The future of Unitarian Universalism was decided at General Assembly in June, 2024, when a final vote took place on a rewrite of Article II of our bylaws.
This new language puts our cherished liberal religious tradition at risk and causes division among Unitarian Universalists.
What has been lost:
- Our Principles and Sources
- Individual Freedom of Belief
- Congregational Autonomy
- Enlightenment foundations of our faith
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- A brief overview of the issues
- A mark-up comparison of the former and 2024 versions
- Key arguments pro and con
Can LOVE Effectively Center Our Religion?
What does LOVE actually mean in UUism? How do the new Article 2 bylaws define LOVE? Is this really the most central of all UU principles – the core of UU theology?
Dr. Anne Schneider makes the case that the centering of “LOVE” as the core value turns UUism away from its religious and spiritual roots toward becoming a social justice organization with anti-racism as its highest priority.
Is this the best direction for UU?
Where are the 7 Principles? 