Making a commitment to a spiritual community is a big step. At UUFL, you can approach this decision in several stages. The first is simply by becoming a visitor at our Sunday services and our other events throughout the year. As a visitor, you become familiar with the people in our congregation, the style of our services, and the spiritual dimensions of our faith.

The next step is to become a friend. Friends are welcome to attend Sunday services, participate in Fellowship programs and activities, and join in social events. Like members, friends can also join committees, work on short term task forces, and share their special interests and skills by offering a class, participating in Sunday services, attending Congregational Meetings, and pledging their financial support.

The final step is to become a member of the congregation. Joining the UUFL represents an increased commitment to Unitarian Universalism and to this congregation. Members can serve on the Board of Trustees, Committee on Ministry, and Nominating and Search Committees, and can vote at Congregational Meetings. Being a member means committing yourself to giving generously of your “time, talent, and treasure” within your means.

If you are thinking seriously about becoming members of UUFL, the Membership Committee offers a three-hour “Path to Membership” course which describes the history of Unitarian Universalism in the United States and provides you an opportunity to meet with Board members and other congregational leaders. Once you have made your decision to become a member, you will be invited to sign the Membership Book. After you have joined, you are recognized in a ceremony at a Sunday service during which you and the congregation covenant with each other to share their spiritual journeys, support and friendship.

For more information, contact Membership Committee chair Robin Chestek at rchestek@gmail.com.