We're glad you found us. Gathered in 1854 by Universalists who embraced a theology of all-inclusive love, our church has a rich history and a tradition of extending its liberal religious message to the greater community. Our members come from all over the Central Connecticut area. DIRECTIONS TO OUR MEETINGHOUSE
With historical roots which spring from the Jewish and Christian traditions, Unitarian Universalists believe that the personal conscience and experience of each individual are the final authorities in matters of faith. Rather than subscribing to a single religious creed or doctrine, we strive to keep our minds open to the questions humans have asked across all cultures since the beginning of civilization.
With historical roots which spring from the Jewish and Christian traditions, Unitarian Universalists believe that the personal conscience and experience of each individual are the final authorities in matters of faith. Rather than subscribing to a single religious creed or doctrine, we strive to keep our minds open to the questions humans have asked across all cultures since the beginning of civilization.
Welcome to The Unitarian Universalist Church in Meriden
Worship Service Highlights
February 12th "The Imperative of Hope"
Guest Speaker: Karen Bellavance-Grace
February 19th "Sacred Space, Inside and Outside"
The Rev. Dr. Tony Johnson and The Rev Rick Klimowicz
Guest Speaker: Karen Bellavance-Grace
February 19th "Sacred Space, Inside and Outside"
The Rev. Dr. Tony Johnson and The Rev Rick Klimowicz
UU - 101 Explore the Sources of Our Living Tradition
If you are new to Unitarian Universalism you will find many resources on our website introducing you to our free faith. A great place to start is this primer on our guiding Principles, and the Sources of Our Living Tradition.
We Are A Welcoming Congregation
If you have passed by our meetinghouse on Paddock Avenue, you certainly have seen the signs! UUMeriden is a religious community that welcomes and affirms all people regardless of sexual or affectional orientation and gender expression. If we weren't clear about that before we're standing up and shouting out loud and clear. You are welcome here!
If you have passed by our meetinghouse on Paddock Avenue, you certainly have seen the signs! UUMeriden is a religious community that welcomes and affirms all people regardless of sexual or affectional orientation and gender expression. If we weren't clear about that before we're standing up and shouting out loud and clear. You are welcome here!
What's Happening At UUMeriden . . .
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Ministerial Search Is Progressing. Our search for the next settled minister of The Unitarian Universalist Church in Meriden is progressing rapidly. The search committee has finished the process of interviewing the ministers who expressed interest in our congregation, and has selected three pre-candidates who we will meet with and interview in person. For more information about the search process CLICK HERE.
February Contributions
Each week 25% of the undesignated cash offerings in the Sunday collection plate are donated to a worthwhile community organization chosen by the Social Responsibility Committee. In February the recipient is True Colors, a Connecticut-based non-profit that works with other social service agencies, schools, organizations, and within communities to ensure that the needs of sexual- and gender-minority youth are both recognized and competently met. The organizing of the largest LGBT youth conference in the country, with more than 2000 attendees, continues this year on March 16 and 17 at the UCONN campus in Storrs. Members of UU Meriden's Social Responsibility Committee's Task Group for LGBTI Issues will be attending and helping to get the information about the LGBTI Teen Safe Space in Meriden out to more youth.
Valentine's Day Dance Saturday, February 11, 2012 7-10 PM All are welcome. Bring your honey and swing . . . this is an LGBTIA Friendly Event / Un evento amisoto LGBT MORE INFO
Cabaroffee An evening of food, fun, and entertainment . . . think "Cabaret at a Coffee House" . . . this is the second annual Cabaroffee event hosted by the UUMeriden Youth Group. Save the date . . . March 3rd . . . Doors open at 6:00 50% of the proceeds fund the youth group, 50% of the proceeds go to Meriden Literacy Volunteers.
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The Unitarian Universalist Church in Meriden is a welcoming and caring community which celebrates and upholds its commitment to diversity in beliefs, background, and life experience while challenging ourselves and others to seek justice through loving action.
Our Vision . . .
Inspire a thirst for justice and partner with others who share our commitment to loving community . . .
To realize our vision we will:
To realize our vision we will:
Challenge our assumptions about the world and ourselves . . .
To realize our vision we will:
Be a place of renewal and exploration . . .
Minister with hope and inspiration . . .
To realize our vision we will:
Create sanctuary for freedom of thought and expression . . .
To realize our vision we will:
To realize our vision we will:
Support personal growth and develop leaders through education and example.
