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.

Pop-Up Wedding Chapel

June 11th, 2009

Pop up wedding chapels helmed by Universal Life Church ministers are popping up all over New York City, including at 303Grand. Their new chapel is in partnership with Martha Stewart Weddings and The Wedding Library. 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. Continue Reading »

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Excerpt: 'Weddings of the Times: A Parody'

June 3rd, 2009

A new book, Weddings of the Times, satirizes wedding announcements in the Sunday edition of the New York Times. Many excerpts claim ULC Ministers officiated the weddings. Here is an excerpt. 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. Starring two renowned Philadelphia comedians, Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs. 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., even against the wishes of the other parent. 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. Continue Reading »

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On Marriage

May 18th, 2009

Perhaps the most Daunting & Powerful call in Ministry is when one is requested to Officiate over a couple's Wedding Day Ceremony. The opportunity truly can stand out as the most rewarding of services. Continue Reading »

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Funeral Services

May 14th, 2009

Minister David Niles of Ahwatukee, Arizona has made the decision to move into the growing industry of pet funerals, in addition to standard funeral service. Continue Reading »

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Me (Not) So Holy

May 13th, 2009

The Me So Holy app allowed users to snap photos of faces then superimpose those faces upon the bodies of holy figures. On Monday, Apple deemed that Me So Holy contained "objectionable material." Continue Reading »

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Skilled Community Member - Also Minister

May 12th, 2009

The Daily Astorian took the opportunity to recognize a phenomenal member of their community, Kevin Violette. A jack of all trades, he currently works as a substitute high school teacher, but is also an ordained minister. Continue Reading »

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