Welcome

You’re on your own spiritual path. We all are. Are you a seeker? Looking for a welcoming place to search your own truth? Just curious? Check us out. The Universalist Unitarian Church of Farmington welcomes everyone. UUCF: Many paths, one heart.

What is Unitarian Universalism, anyway?

Unitarian Universalism is a caring, open-minded religion that encourages you to seek your own spiritual path. We don't believe there is a “right” one, except yours for you. Rich in heritage, our faith draws on many religious traditions, welcoming people of different beliefs. We are united by shared values, not by creed or dogma.

What kind of person is a Unitarian Universalist?

Unitarian Universalists include people who identify as Christians, Jews, Buddhists, Hindus, Pagans, Atheists, Agnostics, Humanists and others. As there is no official Unitarian Universalist creed, Unitarian Universalists are free to search for truth on many paths. Although we uphold shared principles, individual Unitarian Universalists have varied beliefs about everything from scripture to rituals to God.

Where did this funny name come from?

Unitarian Universalism stems from the merging of two faiths in 1961, but both faiths have origins that go back hundreds of years. The Unitarians were early Christians who rejected the concept of the “Trinity,” believed in God as a singular entity, and questioned the divine nature of Jesus. The Universalists did not believe in an “angry God” who punished or who only provided salvation for a select few. Instead, as the name implies, the Universalists believed in universal salvation for all. From the beginning the two faiths believed in religious toleration and through the decades have come to embrace any and all seekers who are on their own spiritual quest.

Where can I learn more about Unitarian Universalism?

The best place to start is the website of the Unitarian Universalist Association, based in Boston, Massachusetts, the cradle of Unitarian Universalism in the U.S. Go to www.uua.org to learn more.

What is UUCF?

The Universalist Unitarian Church of Farmington is a progressive, welcoming congregation of men, women and children dedicated to the principles of Unitarian Universalism. We are a loving and supportive church that welcomes diversity and encourages all members to explore their own religious beliefs and philosophies in a safe and caring environment. UUCF is a great place for you to find you.

It is also a great place for your kids to find themselves. We have a wonderful religious education program for preschoolers all the way to high school, in which our kids learn about our UU principles, and are exposed to all of the world's major religions. Our goal is for our kids to understand and appreciate diversity and tolerance and to feel comfortable taking the first steps on their spiritual journey.

UUCF began as a rural Universalist meeting house and has been serving as a liberal voice of reason in the Farmington area for more than 150 years. Our meeting house is a registered historic property. Through the years, our church has evolved into a sophisticated suburban congregation, while maintaining the familial and supportive ties of our rich past.

To learn about the shared beliefs of the congregation of UUCF, see our Mission and Principles.

Want to listen in?

At UUCF, we firmly believe in giving our minister, Alex Riegel – in fact, all speakers who visit our pulpit – the freedom to express their beliefs and to share where they are on their spiritual journey. If you want to listen in on some recent sermons and presentations made on Sunday morning, see our Recent Sermons.

UUCF is a great place for your wedding!

Whether you're looking for a welcoming place to unite two people of different spiritual backgrounds, or you just want a cozy place with a wonderful historic feel, UUCF is for you. For more information, see Contact Us.