First Unitarian Church of South Bend
801 E Washington St, South Bend, Indiana
Unitarian Universalist churches in South Bend, Indiana
Location of Worship
801 E Washington St
South Bend
Indiana
United States
46617-2918
Service Times
Sunday Services: 10:30am
Contact Info
Call Pastor: (574) 234-6588
Call Office: 574-234-6588
Email Pastor
Email Admin
Visit Website
About First Unitarian Church of South Bend
We are a brave, curious, compassionate group of thinkers and doers. Diverse in faith, ethnicity, and spirituality, but aligned in our desire to make a difference for the greater good, we have a track record of standing on the side of love, justice, and peace since 1865.Our history is one of radical roots and self-motivated spiritual people: we think for ourselves and recognize that life experience influences our beliefs more than anything else.
Mission Statement
To further the vision of this church, we strive to:
Provide a variety of religious education opportunities for all ages.
Gather regularly for reflection and celebration on Sundays and at other times.
Create and sustain a loving, caring community.
Affirm our Unitarian Universalist heritage and identity.
Provide avenues for working towards the good of the greater community.
Provide the physical, personnel, and fiscal resources to realize our Vision.
Our Covenant
Love is the spirit of this church and service is its law. To dwell together in peace, to seek the truth in love, and to help one another; this is our covenant.
Location Map
Leadership
- Settled Minister The Rev. James Curtiss Roush
- Phone: (574) 234-6588
- Email: Email Pastor
Other Church Leaders
Administration
- Office Manager Dr. Louise Williams
- Phone: 574-234-6588
- Email: Email Admin
Children and Youth Activities
Ministries
Community Activities
Other Information
- Dress Code:
- Adult Congregation:
- Under 18 Congregation:
- Other Information: About Unitarian Universalism
Unitarian Universalism creates change: in ourselves, and in the world.
Seven days a week, UUs live their faith by doing. Whether in community with others or as an individual, we know that active, tangible expressions of love, justice, and peace are what make a difference.
Unitarian Universalist congregations are committed to seven Principles that include the worth of each person, the need for justice and compassion, and the right to choose one’s own beliefs. Our congregations and faith communities promote these principles through regular worship, learning and personal growth, shared connection and care, social justice and service, celebration of life’s transitions, and much more.
Our faith tradition is diverse and inclusive. We grew from the union of two radical Christian groups: the Universalists, who organized in 1793, and the Unitarians, who organized in 1825. They joined to become the UUA in 1961. Both groups trace their roots in North America to the early Massachusetts settlers and the Framers of the Constitution. Across the globe, our legacy reaches back centuries to liberal religious pioneers in England, Poland, and Transylvania. Today, Unitarian Universalists include people of many beliefs who share UU values of peace, love, and understanding. We are creators of positive change in people and in the world.