AtkinsonChurch.com
Title
Welcome to Atkinson Memorial Church, a Unitarian Universalist Congregation, in Oregon City, Oregon
Description
"Liberal in thinking, traditional in style"
Affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Association, Atkinson Memorial Church is a church for those looking for the comfort of tradition, within a liberal-minded, supportive and caring congregation. We affirm these three leading principles:
Founded in 1844, Atkinson Memorial Church is the oldest self-governing religious society in the continental West. During its history, it has been in fellowship with two denominational traditions: the Unitarian Universalist Association and the National Association of Congregational Churches. Founded as a Congregationalist church originally, Atkinson was dually affiliated for a number of years. Recently, the church has elected to be a member UUA church. Both traditions have long-time fraternal ties and common historical roots in 17th and 18th century New England, beginning with the Mayflower Pilgrims of 1620.
Mission Statement
Atkinson Memorial Church is an independent minded, interdependent, intergenerational, spiritual community. We embrace religious diversity, social justice, personal accountability, and spiritual growth for all ages in a historic welcoming community.
Languages
English
