Asking this question is likely to generate many different responses. Some would call it a religion, some a spiritual home, some a social group. One thing we all have in common is the belief that individuals have the right to make up their own minds, and so the answer to this question lies in your own perception. To that end, we send you to the site of the Unitarian Universalist Association, to a wonderful primer entitled "We are Unitarian Universalists," by Marta Flanagan. This document will open in a new window.

• The inherent worth and dignity of every person
• Justice, equity, and compassion in human relations
• Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations
• A free and responsible search for truth and meaning
• The rights of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and society at large
• The goal of world community with peace, liberty and justice for all
• Respect for the interdependent web of existence of which we are a part

The First Unitarian Society of Plainfield is New Jersey's oldest Unitarian-Universalist church, dating back to 1889. We are a diverse, active congregation that cares deeply about each other and about issues that affect our lives. We serve members and friends in over 45 communities. We welcome people of all religious backgrounds, cultures, races, ethnicities and sexual orientation.

The links to the left describe the history of our congregation and our building, and how to learn more about us. 

The Mission of the First Unitarian Society of Plainfield is to provide a spiritual home and a caring community for a richly diverse and welcoming congregation.

• Live our Unitarian Universalist principles;
• Open our hearts and doors to all;
• End racism in all its forms: individual, institutional, and cultural;
• Foster membership growth and individual development;
• Educate people of all ages about our values;
• And act on those values for the betterment of our communities.