🌟 Frequently Asked Questions about Red River Unitarian Universalist Church
The Red River Unitarian Universalist Church is a liberal religious community in Denison, Texas, committed to celebrating compassion, diversity, and spiritual growth. We are a non-creedal church united by shared values, including the free and responsible search for truth and meaning. We have members from Denison, Sherman, Durant, and the surrounding Texoma communities.
Unitarians do not share a single creed. Instead, they are united around the values of Interdependence, justice, pluralism, equity, transformation, and generosity with Love at the center. The Inherent worth of every person and the interconnectedness of all living things are core concepts. Wisdom is drawn from many sources including scripture, science, personal experience, and traditions from many faiths.
Beliefs about a Higher Power are diverse and inclusive at Red River UU Church. Our members hold a wide range of views, from theism to atheism, humanism, and agnosticism. The focus is on a shared covenant of values, not a required belief in a specific deity.
Yes, the Red River Unitarian Universalist Church is a UUA-certified LGBTQ+ Welcoming Congregation. We affirm and promote the full inclusion of people of all sexual orientations and gender identities in every aspect of church life.
Sunday services at the Red River Unitarian Universalist Church typically begin at 11:15 AM. Check the official church calendar on the website for the most current schedule and any special events or changes.
You can expect an open and stirring worship service that may include music, readings from various sources, a sermon, and time for reflection. There is no dress code, and children’s religious education is often offered.
Yes, the Red River UU Church offers virtual services. You can join the worship service in person or attend virtually via a live stream on Zoom (Zoom ID 989 0789 7878). Services are also recorded and made available on the church’s YouTube Channel.
The Adult Forum is a regular program, held on Sunday mornings from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, that offers a variety of educational and spiritual growth programs. Topics often cover liberal religion, history, social issues, and more.
The Red River Unitarian Universalist Church is actively involved in social action, with focuses that include Social Justice & Equality, Reproductive Justice, and Green Action. We work to dismantle racism and other oppressions in our community and beyond.
There are many ways to get involved, including volunteering, joining the Adult Forum, participating in social justice outreach, working with the Earthday Planning Team, or joining a group like the Moveable Feast. You can also connect by filling out a visitor card or subscribing to the weekly newsletter.
