Unitarian Universalist Church of Corpus Christi

Welcome to the Unitarian Universalist Church of Corpus Christi!

Finding a religious community where you can find both comfort and challenge is truly a wonderful thing. That being said, it can be difficult to know what church is the right one for you. The following are some quotes about this search that are taken from Unitarian Universalists:

“I want a religion that respect the diversity between people and affirms the dignity of every person”

“I want a church that values children, that welcomes them on their own terms - a church that they are eager to attend.”

“I want a congregation that cherishes freedom and encourages open dialogue on questions of faith, one in which it is okay to change your mind as the result of new experiences and insights.”

“I want a religious community that affirms reason and science as a part of the spiritual exploration of truth.”

“I want a church in which deeds are more important than creeds, where the important issues such as civil rights and protection of the environment are taken up.”

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Corpus Christi is a non-creedal church because we understand that religious wisdom evolves over time. Human understanding of life and death, the world and its mysteries, is never final. Revelation is continuous. We celebrate the unfolding truths known to teachers, sages, and prophets throughout the ages. We uphold the worth of all women and men. We affirm the spiritual solidarity of humankind and the planet that we live on. Finally, we seek to act as a moral force in the world, believing that ethical living is the supreme witness of religion.

“Love is the doctrine of this church.
The quest for Truth is its sacrament,
and service is its prayer.
This is our great covenant.
To seek knowledge in freedom.
To liberate the human spirit.
To the end that all souls shall grow in harmony.
Building the beloved community for us all.”
(About this quote)

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PREVIOUS MINISTER

Greetings,

Welcome to the Unitarian Universalist Church of Corpus Christi. Many people think that Unitarian Universalism is a new religion, when in reality the oldest operating church in the United States is a Unitarian church in Plymouth, Massachusetts. For the past 500 years, our Free Faith tradition has always been a progressive religious movement. We believe that the spiritual life is vast, and cannot be fully captured in narrow creeds. Therefore, we understand that our minds and hearts should always remain open to the light of truth wherever it may come. You could say that ours is a freethinker’s church.

So why go to church at all? We live in a culture where convenience is often prized over the more life-affirming values of service and love. This makes it easy, sometimes too easy, to become distracted from what ultimately gives life meaning. There is an abundant amount of goodness and beauty in life; scripture says the Kingdom of God is within the midst of us if we have the eyes to see it. It is the mission of our church to liberate and cultivate the human spirit, so that beauty and goodness can unfold in our own lives and in the world around us.

This website should give you a basic introduction to our church. Included here are sermons, activities, social events, and some of the other programs that make up the life of our congregation. Ultimately the best way for you to understand what our church is about is to attend a few of our services. Visitors are always welcome.

I am glad you have found us.  Finally, let me say that wherever you are in your life, my greatest hope is that your faith journey proves to be a fulfilling one.

Peace,
Reverend David Owen