History
A Brief History of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington, VA Although Unitarianism and Universalism have long histories, our church had its genesis in World War II. Rationing and shortages made it difficult to get to All Souls in Washington, the only Unitarian Church in the area. Arlington Unitarians began meeting wherever local space could be found and in early 1945 the Arlington Fellowship was formally organized as a constituent body of All Souls Church. In 1948 The Fellowship became the Unitarian Church of Arlington and renamed the Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington in 1994. Ground breaking for the first church building was on November 7, 1948. The present sanctuary was completed in 1963, classrooms and offices in 1994, and the Center and Activity Room in 2013.
Specialties
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington is a dynamic community of individuals who share a liberal spiritual journey and we welcome you. The mission of UUCA is to be a place where anyone and everyone can Connect, Grow, and Serve. If you are looking for a community that promotes love, reason and freedom in religion - a community who works to build a more just and peaceful world - a community that finds inspiration in music and the arts and honors and respects the beauty of the earth -- a diverse community of spiritual seekers guided by a covenant of mutual respect open to you no matter your sexual orientation, race, age, class, or ability - You have found a spiritual community for you and your family. We are also a great place for weddings! Our location is easily accessible on Arlington Blvd. with ample parking. We are an open and affirming congregation including same-sex weddings. We also have space for your recital with a beautiful pipe organ and piano. We would love to talk to you about hosting your event.