The inherent worth and dignity of every person -
That each and every person is important;
Justice, equality and compassion in human relations -
That all people should be treated fairly and with kindness;
Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations -
That we should accept one another and keep on learning together;
A free and responsible search for truth and meaning -
That each person must be free to search for what is true and right in life;
The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our
congregations and in society at large -
That all persons should have a voice in the things that concern them;
The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all,
In working for a peaceful, fair, and free world;
Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part -
In caring for our planet earth, the home we share with all living things.
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