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| The inherent worth and dignity of every person; |
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| Justice, equity and compassion in human relations; |
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| Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth |
| in our congregations; |
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| A free and responsible search for truth and meaning; |
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| The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process |
| within our congregations and in society at large; |
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| The goal of world community with peace, liberty, |
| and justice for all; |
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| Respect for the interdependent web of all existence |
| of which we are a part. |
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| The Living Tradition We Share Draws From Many Sources: |
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| Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder, |
| affirmed in all cultures, which moves us to a renewal of the spirit |
| and an openness to the forces that create and uphold life; |
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| Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which
challenge us |
| to confront powers and structures of evil with justice, compassion, |
| and the transforming power of love; |
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| Wisdom from the world's religions which inspire us |
| in our ethical and spiritual life; |
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| Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to God's love |
| by loving our neighbors as ourselves; |
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| Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason |
| and the results of science, and warn us against |
| idolatries of the mind and spirit. |
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| Spiritual teachings of Earth-centered traditions which celebrate |
| the sacred circle of life in harmony |
| with the rhythms of nature. |
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| Grateful for the religious pluralism which enriches and ennobles our faith, |
| we are inspired to deepen our understanding and expand our vision. As free |
| congregations we enter into this covenant, promising to one another our |
| mutual trust and support. |
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