Principles

The Moral Teachings of Jesus Are Our Foundation

We uphold the ethical teachings of Jesus (compassion, justice, humility, forgiveness, and love of neighbor) as a timeless guide for living well.

Reason Is Sacred and the Proper Guide to Truth

Honest inquiry illuminates truth. Faith that fears questions weakens both reason and faith itself.

Conscience Is the Voice of Moral Law Within

Every person possesses an inner moral sense that no authority, religious or secular, has the right to violate.

Compassion Is the Measure of Spiritual Integrity

Morality is judged not by profession of belief but by how we treat others, especially the vulnerable.

Inquiry and Honest Doubt Strengthen Faith

We welcome questions and debate. A faith that cannot withstand scrutiny is not worth holding.

Liberty of Conscience Is an Inalienable Right

No institution may compel belief, silence thought, or punish intellectual independence.

Science and Faith Illuminate Different Paths to Understanding

Genuine faith does not contradict reason or evidence; both serve the pursuit of truth from different angles.

Religion Must Elevate, Never Manipulate Through Fear

We reject theologies rooted in fear, guilt, or coercion. Faith should strengthen dignity, not diminish it.

Moral Progress Is the Responsibility of Every Generation

Each age must refine its understanding of justice and human dignity. The work is ongoing.

Faith Must Serve Liberty, Justice, and Human Flourishing

Our spiritual commitment calls us to defend truth, cultivate virtue, and build a more compassionate society.