We, the member congregations of the Canadian Unitarian Council, covenant to affirm and promote our eight principles
The inherent worth and dignity of every person
Justice, equity and compassion in human relations
Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations
A free and responsible search for truth and meaning
The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and within society at large
The goal of world community, with peace, liberty, and justice for all
Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part
Individual and communal action that accountably dismantles racism and systemic barriers to full inclusion in ourselves and our institutions
The living tradition we share draws from many sources
Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder, affirmed in all cultures, which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life
Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice, compassion and the transforming power of love
Wisdom from the world's religions which inspires us in our ethical and spiritual life
Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to God's love by loving our neighbours as ourselves
Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science, and warn us against the idolatries of mind and spirit
Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature
Reprinted with permission from Canadian Unitarian Council’s Web Site
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