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CUUC Covenant
(Approved May 21, 2006)

We, the members and friends of Columbine Unitarian-Universalist Church of Littleton, Colorado gather as hopeful, imperfect human beings committed to a free, open, and loving search for spiritual meaning together.  We embrace diversity, for it is our differences that enrich us.  We embrace democracy, for it is what allows our voices to be heard.  We embrace forgiveness, for it is what opens us to hope.  In order to enjoy the full, rich, and meaningful relationships with each other that we seek, we make the following promises to each other:

  • We will treat each other with respect, compassion, and kindness.
  • We will listen to and honor each other's contributions.
  • We will acknowledge and address disagreements openly and gently, expressing our concerns directly with those involved.
  • We will accept responsibility for our part in making this spiritual community everything we want it to be

We make these covenants with love in our hearts for each other and with a sincere desire to make the world around us better for our being here.


CUUC Opening Affirmation

Compassion is the teaching of this congregation
the quest for truth a sacrament
and service in love our prayer.
To dwell together in peace
to seek knowledge in freedom
to nurture the web of life and humanity's place within it
this we affirm in a spirit of love and unity.


Mission Statement

Columbine Unitarian Universalist Church is an inclusive religious community. We support the intellectual and spiritual growth of each individual, work for social justice, and promote Unitarian Universalist principles worldwide.
 


UU Principles

We, the a member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association, covenant to affirm and promote:

  1. The inherent worth and dignity of every person;

  2. Justice, equity and compassion in human relations;

  3. Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations;

  4. A free and responsible search for truth and meaning;

  5. The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large;

  6. The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all;

  7. Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.

The living tradition which 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 neighbors as ourselves;

Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science, and warn us against idolatries of the 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.

Grateful for the religious pluralism which enriches and ennobles our faith, we are inspired to deepen our understanding and expand our vision. As free congregations we enter into this covenant, promising to one another our mutual trust and support.


Articles of Incorporation

CUUC Amended Articles of Incorporation, last amended on May 21, 2006.

Download HERE in PDF format.


CUUC Bylaws

The Bylaws of Columbine Unitarian Universalist Church were last amended on May 21, 2006.

Download them HERE in PDF format.


Policies

CUUC Sanctuary Sales & Fundraising Policy

The Board has established a policy for outside fundraising and sales in our Sanctuary. We ask that there be no sales or fundraising at our Services or in the Sunday Order of Service or in the Sanctuary for any organizations other than CUUC, the greater UU community, projects initiated by the Interfaith Community Services Committee, or sales pre-approved by the Board. For any other fundraising, we have provided an Outside Fundraising bulletin board on the back wall of the Sanctuary, and ask that individuals use the Community Room
spaces for any sales or displays.

Members and pledging friends may submit sales related announcements for the church newsletter. Thank you for your cooperation Please direct questions to the CUUC Board of Trustees.


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6724 South Webster Street
Littleton, Colorado 80128
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