We are a Welcoming Community

Unitarian Universalists believe that our first principle, respecting the inherent worth and dignity of every person, applies equally to people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Since 1970, we have welcomed the BGLT community by inviting churhces to become Welcoming Congregations. Welcoming Congregations are indicated on the congregation list with a rainbow chalice symbol.

Unitarian Universalism is one of the few religions that ordains openly bisexual, gay, lesbian, and transgender people. We encourage BLGT clergy to participate as fully in our faith as our heterosexual clergy.

In addition to welcoming BLGT people into our faith community, we also work to protect the civil and legal rights of them and their families across the country. UUs have been at the forefront of same-sex marriage debates, advocating for the right of each person to marry the partner of her or his choice.

Explore our website and its links, visit a UU church near you, and get to know Unitarian Universalism, to see if it provides you with the nurturance you’re looking for.