European
Unitarian Universalist Retreat
Spring 2013
12-14 April 2013 [details]
Le Centre de Mittelwihr (FR)
On June 9 at 11:00 we wil host a Flower Communion Ceremony lay-led by Matt Gilsenan who will deliver his sermon "We Need Not Believe Alike to Love Alike." The foundation of Unitarian Universalism, like nearly all religions, is Love, let's explore how this looks thorugh the lens of different beliefs, and particularly the UU frame of reference.Children's Version of
the Principles and Purposes
1. Each person is important.
2. Be kind in all you do.
3. We're free to learn together.
4. We search for what is true.
5. All people need a voice.
6. Build a fair and peaceful world.
7. We care for Earth's lifeboat.
The Principle of Compassion lies at the heart of all religious, ethical and spiritual traditions, calling us always to treat all others as we wish to be treated ourselves. To learn more, go here ...
About Unitarian Universalism
UU is a non-creedal religion with a long history of liberalism, pluralism, and unconventional thought. (UUs consider Michel Servet, who was burned at the stake in 1553 by Jean Calvin, to be an early influence and hero.) UU members explore and variably embrace, each according to his/her conscience, the best elements of humanism, Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism, Islam, earth-based religions, scientific explanations, and/or indeed any expression of the "divine" or the "humane" – including agnosticism and atheism. UUs generally support the concept that humans are a part of the interconnected web of all life, that we are stewards of our planet, and that we have a duty to leave this world and society a better place than how we found it.
Welcome to the Basel UU Website
We are glad that you have found us and invite you to explore further here online and also to join us for our gatherings once a month.
Maybe you found out about us through our brochure but if not, here are the highlights:
- Do any of the following sound like you?
- "Well, I'm spiritual, but not very religious.”
- “I used to go to church/temple/mosque but I haven't been in a long time. There were just too many rules.”
- “I have my own personal faith.”
- Do you think science complements religion?
- Do you believe that spirituality should promote equality among all people?
- Do you believe in pursuing justice, equality and compassion?
- Do you believe that we are responsible for our planet's health?
- Do you describe yourself as “progressive” or “liberal” with regard to your beliefs?