For Newcomers

Our Values

As Unitarian Universalists, we are guided by seven principles:

1. The inherent worth and dignity of every person.
2. Justice, equity and compassion in human relations.
3. Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations.
4. A free and responsible search for truth and meaning.
5. The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and within society at large.
6. The goal of world community, with peace, liberty, and justice for all.
7. Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.

Our living faith draws on many sources

• Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder, affirmed in all cultures, which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life
• Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice, compassion and the transforming power of love
• Wisdom from the world’s religions which inspires us in our ethical and spiritual life
• Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to God’s love by loving our neighbours as ourselves
• Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science, and warn us against the idolatries of mind and spirit
• Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature

Unitarian Universalism for your Family

Our programs for Children and Youth:

• encourage independent and creative thought and ideas about life’s “big questions”
• celebrate diversity
• explore moral and spiritual lessons to be learned from the world’s major religions
• explore humanist teachings and the role of individual conscience
• develop respect for the environment
• provide fun and fellowship

Get to Know Us

We welcome you to attend a Sunday service!  Our theological diversity means that our service topics vary. Come often to experience the depth and breadth of our community.

Introduction to Unitarian Universalism courses are offered frequently. Please see the Programs for Adults page for more information.

“Unitarianism 101” is a five-sermon series offered by Rev. Brian Kiely of the Unitarian Church of Edmonton.

Thinking of Joining?

We offer two categories of formal association with the church: Members and Friends. Members have a say in church governance, can chair committees, and can represent the church at various national and international UU gatherings. Friends do not have voting privileges, but will receive all church communications and may sit on committees.

For more information on membership, click here for a brochure.