Pagan and earth-centered voices in Unitarian universalism

By Jerrie Kishpaugh-Hildebrand

Book Description

This illuminating collection brings together twenty-two voices from within Unitarian Universalism who have found profound spiritual nourishment through earth-centered practices and Pagan traditions. Written by both ordained ministers and dedicated laypeople, these essays reveal how nature-based spirituality has taken root and flourished within the broader Unitarian Universalist community.

Readers will discover a rich tapestry of spiritual approaches, from Wiccan ceremonies and Neo-Pagan seasonal celebrations to reverence for the divine feminine and practices that cultivate deeper connection with the natural world. The contributors share personal insights into how these traditions create harmony between human consciousness and the rhythms of the earth, offering pathways to spiritual balance that many contemporary seekers crave.

Beyond individual practice, the book chronicles an important chapter in religious history, documenting how earth-centered spirituality gained formal recognition within Unitarian Universalism. The essays trace the formation of the Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans and explore how ancient wisdom traditions have been thoughtfully integrated into modern congregational worship and community life.

For those curious about nature-based spirituality or seeking to understand how diverse religious traditions can coexist and enrich one another, this collection offers authentic voices sharing their spiritual journeys. These writers demonstrate how reverence for the earth can deepen faith and create meaningful spiritual community in our modern world.