Membership Requirements

Any person, without regard to race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation or ability, who is in alignment with UUCJ’s mission and who affirmatively commits to abiding by the Church’s covenant may become a member provided such person:

1. Has attained the age of eighteen (18) years.
2. Has completed a UU 101 course and/or workshop.
3. Submits an annual pledge for the subsequent fiscal year, or has an open-ended electronic funds transfer (EFT) authorization on file.
4. Has a traceable contribution by end of fiscal year, not including financial donations offered in support of fund-raising events.
5. Abides by the congregational covenant in their interaction with all UUCJ members and guests.
6. Signs the membership book.

(From section one of the UUCJ By-Laws.)

Membership Covenant

As members of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Jacksonville, in order to nurture and enhance our lives together in this sacred space where we seek personal growth, discern life’s meaning, and build relationships of fairness and love, we intend to:

• Offer our unique gifts, talents, time, energy, and financial support.
• Respect the views and needs of others, practicing tolerance, understanding, and acceptance even in disagreement, allowing loving relationship to transcend issues.
• Celebrate the diversity within our midst even when it is difficult or uncomfortable.
• Invite and welcome others in the quest for spiritual and ethical growth, recognizing each other and guests in fellowship.
• Share the ministry of our church, caring for each other through times of joy and sorrow.