Proudly a Welcoming Congregation

At our church, you don’t just have a seat at the table—you are part of the family.

We are officially recognized by the Unitarian Universalist Association as a Welcoming Congregation. This means we don’t just “tolerate” diversity; we actively celebrate the lives, families, and spirits of people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, and queer.

We welcome you as your whole self—at every level of congregational life, from our worship and leadership to our social justice work and celebrations.

Our Living Covenant

As a Welcoming Congregation, we pledge to:

• Affirm All Love: We honor the lives of all people and equally celebrate displays of caring and affection, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

• Inclusive Worship: We use language, music, and stories in our services that reflect the beautiful spectrum of human identity.

• Marriage Equality: We celebrate love in all its forms, proudly performing weddings for couples of all genders.

• Lifelong Learning: We integrate LGBTQ+ experiences and history into our religious education for children, youth, and adults.

• Advocacy & Justice: We don’t stay quiet. We advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and speak out against discrimination in the Richmond area and beyond.

• Safe & Sacred Space: We strive to be a sanctuary where trans and non-binary individuals are affirmed in their names, pronouns, and lived truths.

More Than a Label

We recognize that true inclusion is a “Living Tradition.” We are committed to the ongoing work of unlearning biases and deepening our understanding of the ever-evolving LGBTQ+ community. Whether you are searching for a spiritual home, a place to organize for justice, or a community to celebrate life’s milestones, you belong here.