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Foundation and Background

Unitarian Universalism emphasizes that religion is a matter of "deeds, not creeds." Following in the tradition of Hebrew prophets, UUs have said that it is social justice more than personal piety or ritual that is the measure of one's spirituality. William Ellery Channing, the father of American Unitarianism, proclaimed that religion must enter "into social life, having most important bearings on the public weal." Theodore Parker, the great Unitarian preacher and activist, spoke of the importance of religion addressing public issues and "everything that affects the welfare of (hu)mankind."  In short, the roots of social justice activism are long and deep for UUs. 

UUs believe that if you truly care about people and the quality of their lives, you have to address social justice issues.   The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) UUA, which RRUUC supports, works on issues as determined by the social justice statements passed by Unitarian Universalists through the social witness process.  Current priority UUA issues are:

·         Bisexual Gay Lesbian Transgender Equality

·         Environmental Justice

·         Immigration Justice

·         Reproductive Justice, with a focus on Comprehensive Sex Education

Social Justice at RRUUC

RRUUC has a commendable record of social justice work and social justice is embedded in many aspects of RRUUC life.  From the curriculum and activities for children and youth in religious education to the selection of music to the recycling and energy-use decisions, social justice has a spot.  Most of the congregation's social justice work is developed and sponsored by the Social Justice Council and various social justice task forces.  Other programs are initiated by the board of trustees, individuals or groups which have a passion and want to take action and/or support a cause.

To see how you can get involved, click here. 

Upcoming RRUUC Social Justice Events