Who Are We?

Is everyone welcome?
One of Unitarian Universalism's core values is respect for everyone.  As a liberal religious tradition, we are welcoming, inclusive, and open to all, regardless of religious belief, sexual orientation, race or cultural background, family or other personal status.

What if I need assistance or accommodations to attend?
Our facilities are accessible for those who are physically disabled, limited in mobility, hearing impaired, in need of large print items, and many other accessibility needs. We will be happy to provide assistance or accommodation to allow you to attend our Services. Please let us know how we can make your visit a successful one, either by emailing the Admin Team or by talking with one of our members when you arrive at a Service.

If I visit, may I bring my children? Absolutely.  The congregation holds all-age worship services every Sunday. Worship is a time for the entire congregation to be together, but we also have our Lego ValUUes Religious Education program open in the Multigenerational Services area from July 20 through November 9, 2025.  There is a Nursery for children under 5 years old. Our congregation has a family-friendly, gender-neutral restroom in addition to our standard restrooms. 

What is the significance of the chalice symbol? The chalice is both the symbol of our denomination and a key element in our worship services. Our chalice, pictured, is unique to our congregation as are many others. At the beginning of services we light a chalice to symbolize the ongoing light of truth and mark the main content of worship.

What If?​

"I can't make Sundays"
That's all right, you can visit anytime we have an event you're interested in.  Just check the calendar. 

"I'm late"
Please just enter the Sanctuary quietly because the Service will be in session as it does start promptly at 10:30.

"I don't know what to do during Worship Service"
When we come together, we get to practice creating inclusive, worshipful spaces. For those in the sanctuary, we encourage you to wear a name tag which includes your pronouns. For those in our virtual space, please edit your name to include your pronouns. Please silence your cellphones and refrain from using the chat on Zoom. Please also move in ways that your body or spirit needs. It’s okay if you need to wiggle, sleep, fidget, stand up, or step away. All are welcome here. You are welcome to pick up a Focus Item near the entrance to the worship hall, if you are interested.

"I'm worried about my transportation on an ongoing basis" Come by and give us a try.  If you like it, contact the Admin Team about how to approach solving that problem. 

​"I can't afford to give money to a church right now"
Guests and Visitors are not expected to contribute money to the church.  If you are interested in becoming a member, you will be invited to make a pledge in support of the congregation, but you will still be welcome if you are unable to pledge.

Who's Around?

What is the Welcoming Congregation Program?
The Welcoming Congregation Program is a completely volunteer program for congregations that see a need to become more inclusive towards bisexual, gay, lesbian, queer, and/or transgender people. It consists of a series of workshops developed by the UUA. The goal of the workshops is to reduce prejudice by increasing understanding and acceptance among people of different sexual orientations. A congregation can only call itself "Welcoming" if it has gone through this national Unitarian Universalism Association sponsored program.
We have an all-gender restroom. 

What is the religious background of UUCLV members?
Some of us have been UU's our entire lives, yet most of have not.  A few of us are "refugees" from other faiths and denominations, the majority though have decided to be part of a religion that overlaps with the core principles of many religions. Many members are not religious in the conventional sense in that there is no specific creed; some do not believe in God, but others do. We are interested in exploring the larger questions of life in the context of a community that covenants (commits) to our shared values. 

What do people wear to Services?
Dress is casual; some people dress more formally, and that's fine, too.