All Souls Unitarian Church
Centennial Vision 2021
(Read the full Centennial Vision Statement)
All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa is dedicated to religion but not to a
creed. Neither upon itself nor upon its members does it impose a test
of doctrinal formulas. It regards love of God and humankind, and the
perfecting of our spiritual natures to be the unchanging substance of
religion and the essential gospel of Jesus. Consecrating itself to these
principles it aims at cultivating reverence for truth, moral character
and insight, helpfulness to humanity, and the spirit of communion with
the infinite. It welcomes into its worship and fellowship all who are in
sympathy with a religion thus simple and free.
— Statement of Purpose (adopted in 1957)
Our church is an embodiment and celebration of the world as we hope it will one day become. A climate of profound hospitality, love and acceptance radiates from our campus and our members. Our sanctuary is bursting with people from a diversity of theologies, philosophies, ethnicities, cultures, colors, classes, abilities, generations, sexual orientations and political persuasions, all dwelling together in peace, seeking the truth in love and helping one another. Our compassion is reflected in our actions to care for one another, our neighbors and the environment. Our religious education involves all ages and aims at connecting heads, hearts and hands.
We are organized so that:
Our relationships are nurtured through intergenerational programs and
events, music and the arts, and large and small groups that affirm the
diversity of the congregation.
Our Religious Education is age-appropriate, intellectually stimulating
and supports individual spiritual development as well as an
understanding of Unitarian Universalism.
Our building and grounds are places of safety and sanctuary that reflect beauty, accessibility and sustainability, and honor nature as a source of inspiration and life.
Our multiple sacred spaces support a variety of worship styles and spiritual practices.
Our leadership development is intentional, inclusive and ongoing, for both congregants and staff.
Our congregational governance is democratic and transparent.
The result is that:
All Souls is a leader on issues of religious freedom, social justice and environmental stewardship. Our classes and small groups are packed with people of all ages hungry to learn more. The church is financially secure, the facility and programs are expanding and are well maintained because each person gives fully what they are able to give and legacy gifts from each member builds security for future generations. Each member is contributing time and talent as well as treasure. The diversity of the congregation is reflected in the diversity of the leadership. Music and the arts are central to how we teach and express our values.
We have accomplished this without compromise in the freedom of individual belief and conscience, while demonstrating respect for each person, using democratic governance and affirming the responsibility of every person to make the world a better
(Read the full Centennial Vision Statement)