Unitarian Universalism

What We Believe

Unitarian Universalism is a liberal religious community that doesn’t identify with any one creed or belief system.  We are a vibrant community welcoming all, regardless of background, who wish to grow spiritually.

Who We Are

Unitarian Universalism includes people who are inspired by Christianity, Buddhism, atheism, agnosticism, Hinduism, Humanism, Judaism, Islam, Paganism, and other diverse and divergent spiritual inclinations. As a faith, we don’t identify exclusively with any of these, but offer ways of deepening spirituality on whatever path each individual chooses.

Religious Exploration

We help our children develop their spiritual curiosity and appreciation for life’s gifts through celebrating and learning from all of the world’s religions. You are invited to join us on this journey. Whether you are a member, friend, or visitor, you are welcome to attend our services and other events.

Shared Values

Shared Values Flower, love at the center, rainbow colored leaves with pluralism, equity, interdependence, justice, generosity, and transformationFrom UUA.org: Unitarian Universalism is a living tradition that has changed in many ways from the original Christian roots of its Universalist and Unitarian heritages, and it continues to evolve today. Most recently, this evolution has taken the form of adopting new language to describe who we are as UUs. At General Assembly in June 2024, UUs voted to replace existing Seven Principles and Six Sources language in our bylaws with language describing Unitarian Universalism through these shared values, all centered around love:

  • Interdependence: We honor the interdependent web of all existence and acknowledge our place in it.
  • Pluralism: We are all sacred beings, diverse in culture, experience, and theology.
  • Justice: We work to be diverse multicultural Beloved Communities where all feel welcome and can thrive.
  • Transformation: We adapt to the changing world.
  • Generosity: We cultivate a spirit of gratitude and hope.
  • Equity: We declare that every person is inherently worthy and has the right to flourish with dignity, love, and compassion.

Rainbow Chalice UUThe Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship is a Welcoming Congregation, which means we affirm same-sex marriage and the equal rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people. ALL are welcome here.

Learn More

Voices of a Liberal Faith Video  – This 10 minute video shares important background information and inspirational messages about our religion, including our history, theology, worship experience, religious education, social justice, and inclusiveness.

Unitarian Universalism on One Foot – a 5 minute video by Rev. Christine Robinson

The Flaming Chalice – the symbol of our faith

Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Transgender, and Queer Community and Justice

Unitarian Universalist Service Committee – The Unitarian Universalist Service Committee is a nonsectarian human rights organization powered by grassroots collaboration. We work anywhere rights are threatened – by natural disasters, armed conflicts, genocide, forced migration, and systematic injustice.

UU World, the magazine of the Unitarian Universalist Association, celebrates liberal religion and the people it inspires. Meet extraordinary individuals, see how Unitarian Universalist communities put their values into action, and explore the ideas and traditions that ground them.

UUA Logo - pink, orange, red flame in a red chalice

The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) is a religious organization that combined two traditions, the Universalists and the Unitarians, in 1961.

The Fellowship is part of the MidAmerica Region.

The Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Mission and Vision Statements:

We welcome seekers, build loving community, and act courageously for justice

Guided by our Unitarian Universalist values we:

Welcome Seekers 

We embrace each person as their authentic self.

We foster curiosity and wonder in people of all ages.

We explore spirituality from diverse sources.

We balance passion with open-mindedness.

Build Loving Community

We create an inclusive and compassionate community.

We nurture personal spiritual growth and involvement in congregational life.

We use our abundant gifts to sustain vibrant programs and traditions.

We reach out to each other and to our borderless world with love and radical kindness.

Act Courageously For Justice

We choose love over fear, individually and collectively.

 We engage deeply in the work of challenging assumptions, biases, and privilege.

We collaborate with partners to build a more just and equitable world.

Learn more about how we are in community together by reading our Principles for a Healthy Congregation.