What is Unitarian Universalism?

Briefly, Unitarian Universalism is a covenantal, not a creedal, faith. We all come together to share our common beliefs that life is holy and each person is worthy. We are non-judgmental and inclusive, and we celebrate everyone’s different backgrounds and religious beliefs. But what holds us all together is wanting to search for meaning, growing as individuals, and serving the community.

What do UUs believe in?

We affirm and promote seven main principles. Simply worded, they are:

• Every person is important and has worth;
• People should be treated fairly and kindly;
• We should learn from one another;
• Everyone can search for what is true and right in life;
• Everyone should have a say about the things that concern them;
• We work for a peaceful, fair, and free world;
• We need to care for our planet.

Even though the religion has Christian and Judaic roots, Unitarian Universalists don’t believe in the Holy Trinity or rely on one specific book or person for inspiration. We have six different sources, which you can learn more about, but the simplified version is:

• Direct experience that is affirmed in all cultures;
• Words and deeds of prophetic people;
• Wisdom from the world’s religions;
• Jewish and Christian teachings that call us to love our neighbors;
• Humanist teachings that counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and science;
• Spiritual teachings that instruct us to live in harmony with nature.

What are your services like?

Our congregation has weekly services each Sunday morning at 10:30 am at 1893 N Vasco Lane in Livermore. We are near “Legacy Ink,” and across from “Hop DeVine” and “88 Seafood Supermarket.” Our services bring together our own thoughts and experiences with music and words that both comfort and challenge. They are often led by our own minister, but occasionally by a visiting minister, guest speaker, or member of our congregation. During service, we also have optional childcare, collect an offering to help support a non-profit in the community, hear life updates from members of the congregation, and hold a coffee-chat after service.

Do you have virtual Sunday Service?

If you would like to view the service remotely for any reason, you can watch the service via the Zoom link below, and stay online afterwards to chat with other attendees in our Zoom coffee and conversation.

Zoom Meeting ID: 822 8829 6993

Zoom Passcode: Love

What kinds of activities do you do?

We have a wide-range of activities and opportunities to get involved in the community, socialize with other members, learn more about others, and deepen our spiritual connection.

What kinds of activities do you have for children?

We offer childcare and education during our Sunday Service and often have children-friendly events throughout the year.

Who can I contact for more information?

There are several ways to reach us. You can call the office at (925) 447-8747, email the office at office@uucil.org, or visit us at 1893 N Vasco Rd in Livermore. You can also fill out a Newcomer Form, if you want to be contacted.