Unitarians and Universalists can trace their roots back to the 16^th century and the Protestant Reformation. At that time, Universalists were distinguished by a faith that believed that every human soul will be reconciled to God because of divine love and mercy. Unitarians took exception with the concept of a trinity and believed there to be one God. 16^th century Unitarian preacher Frances David, arguing for religious tolerance, said “We need not think alike to love alike.” His words better represent the Unitarian Universalist faith of today.

Our history of religious freedom in America has enabled the organization of the UUA to have an international impact and to provide public leadership and support for UU congregations and communities across five regions of the United States. Eastrose is in the Pacific Northwest District.

Learn more about the UUA from UU World, the magazine of the UUA. The magazine celebrates liberal religion and the people it inspires. Meet extraordinary individuals, see how Unitarian Universalist communities put their values into action, and explore the ideas and traditions that ground them.

The print magazine is published twice a year, in spring and fall. The website offers free access to print magazine content, along with online-only articles and video, expanded news coverage, and audio recordings of selected articles from 2008 through Spring 2020.