Michael Servetus Unitarian Society is guided by our Vision, Mission, and Covenant statements; and the 7 Principles of the UUA (Guiding Principles). The Board of Trustees governs the overall operation of the church.

The beliefs of the Society's members are as varied as the number of people who belong to MSUS. One belief we all agree on is that every person is encouraged to develop a personal philosophy of life. If you have questions, "100 Questions that Non-Members Ask About Unitarian Universalism" from the UU Church of Nashua, NH, may answer them. "Voices of a Liberal Faith - Unitarian Universalists" is a ten minute U-Tube video that gives a broad overview of UUism. Another eight minute video from U-Tube, called Unitarian Universalism: You're a Uni-What?, also gives an overview of Unitarian-Universalism. After viewing these informational links we hope you continue your search for the truth.

MSUS Vision Statement

MSUS is a vital and vibrant congregation where religious liberals of different religious, political and social beliefs can join in loving community to explore religious and ethical questions and serve the community beyond our walls.

MSUS Mission Statement

The mission of MSUS is to:

• Promote Unitarian Universalist traditions of liberty and respect, justice and compassion, and the use of reason
• Empower our members in their search for meaning by fostering intellectual and spiritual growth
• Support our members in living ethical lives based on integrity and service
• Celebrate together and minister to one another in good times and bad
• Work, as individuals and as a congregation, to improve the larger community and our natural environment

MSUS Covenant Statement

As we work together to live our mission and vision, the members of MSUS covenant together to:

• Respect each person and his or her beliefs
• Serve MSUS with our time, money, and participation, as best we can
• Act with integrity by living our principles in what we say and do and honoring our commitments
• Further a loving and welcoming atmosphere

The Seven Principles of the Unitarian Universalist Association

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

• The inherent dignity and worth of every person;
• Justice, equity and compassion in human relations;
• Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations;
• A free and responsible search for truth and meaning;
• The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large;
• The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all;
• 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.

Governance

The Board of Trustees is charged with the overall operation of the church. All committees report to the Board. The membership elects the members of the board. Members serve for staggered three year terms. The President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary of the church are selected by the Board from its members. The board meets monthly.

The annual meeting is held in mid-May. It determines the budget for the coming year, elects the Board members, and determines other policies. All are welcome to participate in discussion, but only members may vote.

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MSUS is affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and the Prairie Star district of the UUA. Each UUA church is self-governing and calls its own minister according to its needs.