Unitarian Universalist Beliefs, Traditions and Blogs

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Protestantism and Its Many Denominations

The word “protestatio” was invoked in 1529, in reference to those princes that supported Martin Luther and spoke out against religious persecution. These royal supporters were eventually known as Protestants, a name that spread to the vast number of religious denominations that sprang from the beliefs associated with the Reformation. This guide attempts to straighten out the differences among the sects, pinpoint their commonalities, indicate their historical foundations and show you how to connect with Protestants everywhere.

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Protestant History

A large part of the world, particularly the West, is very much a product of what happened almost ... read more »

Protestant Beliefs and Practices

Although the various denominations differ on many religious tenets, they do share similar ... read more »

Pentecostal Beliefs, Practices and Community

The Pentecostal name is derived from the events described in the New Testament: On the Day of ... read more »

Presbyterian Beliefs, Practices, News and Blogs

At 75 million members in the world, Presbyterianism is one of the most populous Protestant ... read more »

Anglican and Episcopalian Beliefs, Practices and Community

Episcopalianism is the strain of Anglicanism that developed in the United States. The ... read more »

Methodist Beliefs, Practices and Blogs

Methodists care strongly about spreading the word of God’s kindness through missionary work ... read more »

Lutheran Beliefs, Practices and Blogs

Lutherans follow the beliefs of Martin Luther, stressing the important role that faith plays in ... read more »

Baptist Beliefs, Practices and News

Numbering about 40 million worldwide, Baptists make up a large Protestant denomination. One of the ... read more »

Seventh-day Adventist Beliefs, Traditions and Community

Seventh-day Adventists came from the millennialist Millerite movement in 19th-century America, and ... read more »

Anabaptist Denominations

Anabaptists were those that sprang from the Radical Reformation, as compared to the Evangelical ... read more »

Quaker Beliefs, Traditions and Community

The Quakers, or the Religious Society of Friends, number about 210,000 throughout the world. ... read more »

Unitarian Universalist Beliefs, Traditions and Blogs

Unitarian Universalism may not belong in the Protestant guide per se; it may not even fall fully into the Christianity camp (which is why it is listed last). Unitarians historically consisted of Christians that didn't believe in the Trinity, but rather a singular God. Universalists believed in a loving God that provided eternal salvation to all. Both faiths have been renowned for progressive, inclusive, and liberal tendencies, as well as involvement in social reform. The two formally combined in 1961, though there are still individual Unitarian and Universalist congregations throughout the world. Use the sites in this section to learn more about Unitarian Universalist beliefs, traditions and blogs.

Insights for Unitarian Universalist Beliefs, Traditions and Blogs

  • Unitarian Universalism is a very liberal faith: It combines elements of various religions, and there is no clear-cut belief system.

Top Sites for Unitarian Universalist Beliefs, Traditions and Blogs

For information on Unitarian Universalist organizations …
Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations represents the fusion of the American Unitarian Association and the Universalist Church in America, which occurred in 1961. The Visitors section provides information about the association and the principles of the faith. Learn about the symbols of Unitarian Universalism, the ceremonies of the congregation and the locations of places of worship.
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International Council of Unitarians and Universalists is a network of Unitarians, Universalists and Unitarian Universalists throughout the world. Get the latest news, events and programs related to the faith, and find an overview of its beliefs.
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Unitarian Universalist Historical Society is dedicated to upholding the history of the faith. The society supports such valuable resources as the Dictionary of Unitarian and Universalist Biography, which spotlights notable individuals that held Unitarian or Universalist beliefs. 
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For Unitarian Universalist blogs …
Philocrites is a Unitarian Universalist blog that provides a well-organized guide to the Unitarian Universalist blogosphere. Find a large number of blogs organized by category with brief descriptions.
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