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Though
Unitarian Universalists do not share a common creed, we covenant with each
other to affirm and promote the following principles:
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The
inherent worth and dignity of every person;
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Justice,
equity, and compassion in human relations;
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Acceptance
of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our
congregations;
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A
free and responsible search for truth and meaning;
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The
right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our
congregations and in society at large;
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The
goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all;
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Respect
for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.
The
living tradition we share draws from many sources:
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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 that create and uphold life.
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Words
and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenges us to confront
powers and structures of evil with justice, compassion, and the
transforming power of love.
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Wisdom
form the world's religions which inspires us in our ethical and
spiritual life.
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Jewish
and Christian teachings which counsel us to respond to God's love by
loving our neighbors as ourselves.
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Humanist
teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the
results of science, and warn us against idolatries of the mind and
spirit.
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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.
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