Preamble

Love is the spirit of this congregation and service is its calling.
This is our great covenant –
To help each other to thrive,
To seek the truth in love,
And to dwell together in peace.

Covenant

As members of BRUU, serving our congregation with passion and commitment, we strive to:

Help each other thrive (Acceptance)

• Welcome people of goodwill
• Provide opportunities to share diverse ideas in a safe place
• Support and encourage the personal and spiritual growth of others, acknowledging that each person has a unique path and truth
• Express ourselves in ways that respect each other’s inherent worth and dignity
• Treat each other with compassion, reach out to those in need
• Rejoice in one another, recognizing that joyfully sharing song, food and fun helps nourish creativity and strengthen bonds

Seek the truth in love (Integrity)

• Take responsibility for our own spiritual growth
• Be honest and authentic
• Listen attentively and value the experience and perspective of others
• Hold ourselves accountable for our own actions

Dwell together in peace (Conflict Resolution)

• Approach disagreements and conflicts constructively, communicating with others in a direct, caring and responsible manner
• Assume good intentions
• View conflict as an opportunity for growth
• Advocate for mediation and resolution processes that are fair, helpful and kind
• Seek and offer forgiveness, for everyone makes mistakes