Many people have traditions for major holidays that are passed down from generation to generation. They know who's going to throw the best party on New Year's Eve, and they have a list of favorite menu items for the Inde ...

Category: Holidays and Observances

You likely view your faith community as a place where you are all working together toward the same goal. When differences of opinion arise in committee meetings or in other decision-making groups, however, the work can b ...

Category: Uncategorized School Political and Religious Controversy

Freedom of choice is a beautiful thing. In the United States, it means we can pursue any religious path we choose — or none at all. It also means we can pretty much marry whom we choose, as ruled in the Obergefell v. H ...

Category: Online Ordination Universal Life Church Be a Minister Become Ordained Online

Ordination through the Universal Life Church opens the door to many possibilities. If you're considering getting ordained, you may have lots of questions. What does it mean to be ordained? Does it cost anything? Can I pe ...

Category: Online Ordination Become Ordained Online

It is an honor to be asked to preside over a couple's wedding. As the officiant, you are an integral part of one of the most important days of their lives. First, however, you must be legally recognized as a minister. Yo ...

Category: Online Ordination ULC Topics

Weddings have changed quite a bit within the last few decades. Marriage equality has been the law of the land, and the COVID-19 pandemic has forced couples to get creative when tying the knot. Wedding officiants provide ...

Category: Online Ordination

Rest is a fundamental human need. Your body and mind need time to rejuvenate just as much as you need air, food and water. This is why so many faith traditions include a concept of rest into their spiritual practices. Of ...

Category: Health and Wellness

Society has an issue with violence. Any time a violent incident occurs, many people chime in on the action taken to respond to it. Those who side with law enforcement tend to view the response as an example of their oath ...

Category: Social Justice

You likely have a primary care physician who is in charge of guiding you to good health. It's important to keep up with regular check-ups and follow your doctor's advice so that you can live a long, healthy life. You kno ...

Category: Health and Wellness

Finding the person with whom you want to spend the rest of your life is an extraordinary experience. Creating a wedding registry with him or her to begin that life can also be a lot of fun. To make the most of it, plan w ...

Category: Weddings