The Unitarian Universalist Society of Oneonta is a covenantal community. While we hold many
beliefs, we are committed to each other, to our shared search for truth and meaning, and to our
work towards building the beloved community.
As our covenant, we commit to the following:
We get involved and help where we can.
We strive to be open, honest, and respectful.
We are generous with our time and our support for this institution and each other.
We actively welcome and encourage diversity while seeking shared understanding and common ground.
We recognize that we will not always agree, but we are committed to staying engaged and in right relationship.
We honor our commitments; if we can’t, we communicate that.
We believe that problems are best addressed person to person and when an issue has not been resolved directly we will ask for assistance.
We respect and maintain personal boundaries while still promoting community.
We recognize both the necessity and challenge of change.
We expect the best from ourselves and one another.
We recognize the need for confidentiality and discretion and also the possible harm of keeping secrets.
We are committed to making this a space where everyone of all ages is welcome, safe, and valued.
We recognize and appreciate our roles in and commitment to this community.
We recognize our human imperfections and our likelihood to fall short of our covenant.
We believe in forgiveness and share the responsibility for maintaining this covenant and holding each other accountable to our commitments.
In short, as a community we commit to
Get involved, and stay engaged
Be Honest and Kind
Be Respectful and Open Minded
Grow and Learn Together