Becoming a Member

Signing of the Membership Book

Your decision to become a member is an important one, both for you and for the congregation. Your signing of the membership book indicates your commitment to the values, goals, and general welfare of this church. It acknowledges both publicly and privately, your kinship and affinity with the immediate and larger religious community of Unitarian Universalism. With your signature you affirm your commitment to this congregation, our ministers, staff, and the work of this church.

Exploring the Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington

We ask for participation in our Exploring the Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington membership class prior to signing the membership book.

Membership Expectations

Our congregational expectations are that you:

• Participate in the life of the community through activities that nourish you. Also, participate at congregational meetings and vote in governance decisions. Be of service to the church, whether through committee work, volunteering as a facilitator or teacher, as a Sunday morning volunteer (greeter, etc.), or otherwise.
• Make a financial pledge to support the church each year.
• Remember your role in the larger UU tradition.
• Commit to your own spiritual growth. Being a part of a religious community brings change and opportunities for growth.

The Connections Coordinator assists new members in fulfilling these expectations.

Benefits of Membership

• Being part of a caring community of love and justice
• Have a voice and vote in congregation governance, including calling of ministers, electing church leaders, and other significant decisions
• Ability to serve in leadership positions including committees, elected positions, the Board of Directors, and as teachers or group leaders
• Receive a subscription to the Unitarian Universalist Association’s magazine, UU World
• Ability to represent the congregation at the annual UUA General Assembly and Regional Assembly
• Receive access to the Members and Friends online directory
• Receive pastoral and ministerial services for milestone moments (weddings, memorials), and in times of need
• Eligible for some reduced rental fees for building use for non-church events

Being an official member is not necessary in order to participate in church activities and attend worship.

For more information about membership, contact our Connections Coordinator, Anabel Watson, at connect@uubloomington.org.