How Do You Convert To Unitarian Universalism?
• Know that you are not alone. Many people are Unitarian Universalists. You may have heard of “Unitarian” but not “Universalist.” They used to be two separate religions but merged into one denomination in the early 1960s. Thomas Jefferson was a Unitarian (which later became Unitarian Universalism) and there are many more examples of famous reformers who came from one side or the other of the faith. • Understand that Unitarian Universalism is a non dogmatic religion without a creed that you must accept. In this religion, you are free to explore, refine, and change your religious beliefs. If you don’t believe that others are similarly allowed to explore and express their own beliefs, you will probably find yourself uncomfortable in a UU congregation. “The worth and dignity of every person” is a common theme among UUs, who tend to support liberal causes. Although it is entirely possible to be a religious liberal and a political conservative, it can be a challenge to be a UU because the me
