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The Universal Life Church Monastery is the only interfaith ministry worldwide that opens its doors to all who seek to become an ordained minister or wedding officiant. We enable all faiths; Christian, Jew, Mormon, Pagan, Wiccan, Baptists, and Atheists to join our Church. We are a non-denominational congregation of children from the same universe.

Hate Is Hate

July 8th, 2009

July 8, 2009 - With the celebration of our country's Independence Day just a few days ago, we thought we would bring light once more to a growing problem in America; hate and the effect that it has upon an individual's peace, freedom, liberty and independence Continue Reading »

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Summer Solstice

June 22nd, 2009

June 21, 2009 - This year Summer Solstice brought together more than 35,000 Pagans, partiers, tourists and curious event goers to one of Earth’s most prehistoric monuments for the annual Summer Solstice; a mid point of summer and the longest day of the year. Continue Reading »

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"Think Dumbledore Meets Chong"

June 15th, 2009

A controversial St. Petersburg city ordinance which requires all "phrenologists, astrologers, palm-readers, soothsayers, fortune-tellers, character readers, spirit mediums, absent treatment healers, or any occupation of similar nature" to be fingerprinted, pay Continue Reading »

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Pop-Up Wedding Chapel

June 11th, 2009

"It's Vegas -- the New York way."It is a pop-up wedding shop hosted by 303Grand; a unique Brooklyn, New York retail space that caters to artists and organizations wishing to create a pop-up store or experience with "minimal time or budget commitment."The reta Continue Reading »

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Couple Ordered by Police to End Home Bible Study

June 5th, 2009

In San Diego, California, a couple that hosted weekly bible study sessions was notified by their local authorities that they would need to obtain proper land use permits prior to continuing their group worship. With no prior notice, the couple, David and Mary Continue Reading »

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Excerpt: 'Weddings of the Times: A Parody'

June 3rd, 2009

by Dan Klein, Robert Baedeker, John Reichmuth and James ReichmuthJane Resnick and Paul Merrill were married yesterday at the Los Palos Community Center. A friend of the couple's, Universal Life Church Minister Tim Hoddle, performed the civil ceremony.Ms. Resni Continue Reading »

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New Theatrical Production to Incorporate ULC

June 1st, 2009

In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania a theater group (1812 Productions) is hosting a new production entitled Let’s Pretend We’re Married. Staring two renowned Philadelphia comedians, Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs, the show promises a hilarious look at marr Continue Reading »

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Religious Schooling Endorsed By Court - If in the Best Interest of Children

May 29th, 2009

An interesting case in Arizona has determined that in a divorce, one parent can make the decision to send children to a religious school. Plaintiff Gerald Romine argued that it was unfair for his children to be subjected to the religious education of their mot Continue Reading »

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One Man, Hundreds of Marriages

May 22nd, 2009

Bill Moeller of Lewis County, Washington has officiated hundreds of weddings in his 30+ years as a minister of the Universal Life Church. In a recent article Moeller tells all about his experiences.One highlight:the bride’s mother and three other women showe Continue Reading »

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On Marriage

May 18th, 2009

By: Br. Daniel Chapin, ULC Monastery Vice-PresidentSince 1977, the Universal Life Church Monastery has sought to empower both visitors and current colleagues alike with opportunities to legally engage in and oversee the ministries of their choosing. We have do Continue Reading »

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