Hymn #299 challenges us to make channels of the streams of love. What does it means to have a “living faith?”
Summary:
This sermon examines the historical and theological evolution of Unitarian Universalism, beginning with the 1637 founding of a church in Dedham, Massachusetts. These early settlers prioritized congregational polity and mutual covenant over rigid creeds, establishing a precedent for self-governing religious communities. The sermon explores how this “living tradition” remains adaptable, highlighted by the 1961 merger of Unitarians and Universalists and subsequent updates to their guiding principles. Current efforts to revise Article II of the UUA bylaws reflect a desire to keep the faith relevant by centering love and social justice rather than static dogma. Ultimately, the sermon emphasizes that the movement’s strength lies in its commitment to change, democratic process, and the ongoing search for truth.