Welcome to our community of connection & compassion!

We are a vibrant, multigenerational congregation that brings together people of many backgrounds, beliefs, and life experiences. What unites us is not a single creed, but a shared commitment to seeking truth, nurturing connection, and living with compassion and purpose.

As Unitarian Universalists, we affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person. We draw wisdom from many sources, guided by reason, compassion, and an abiding respect for individual conscience. This means each of us is free and encouraged to explore what we believe, while supporting one another along the way.

At the heart of our community is a commitment to children and families. We celebrate each child as a gift and create a space where they can grow, explore, and thrive. We delight in our children as both a joy and a shared responsibility, nurturing their sense of wonder, belonging, and moral courage.

Together, we seek to grow in understanding of ourselves and the world, and to live our values with intention and joy!

What is Unitarian Universalism?

Unitarian Universalism (UU) is an inclusive religious tradition that encourages a personal, free search for truth and meaning rather than adherence to a specific creed or doctrine. Formed in 1961 by the merger of the Unitarian and Universalist denominations — including world religions, science, and philosophy — and focuses on justice, love, and community. We are unified by a shared covenant consisting of Seven Principles which reflect our core values and serve as a moral guide.

What does it mean to be a Unitarian Universalist?

We are free to find spiritual meaning wherever our hearts and minds take us. We offer many ways for our members to deepen and nourish their spiritual growth, while respecting each individual’s beliefs and practices. Our congregation is committed to making a difference through social action and community outreach. Many Unitarian Universalists find meaning in more than one spiritual or religious tradition. As a non-creedal faith that honors individual conscience, Unitarian Universalism encourages people to explore and draw from many sources of wisdom. Some UUs weave together practices or beliefs from traditions such as Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Islam, Paganism, Humanism, and Agnostic or Atheist perspectives.

Minister & staff

Minister & staff

Meet the minister and staff of the Harvard Unitarian Universalist Church.
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Mission & values

Mission & values

Learn more about our mission and our values.
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Our History

Our History

Learn about our parish history which extends all the way back to 1733.
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