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Ordained and Exempt? A History of Creative Ways to Avoid the Draft

March 12th, 2026

There's an old saying that there are no atheists in foxholes. But as it turns out, there have always been people trying very hard to stay out of them. Here's are the creative ways some people have avoided the draft.

ULC Minister Training & Education 28 Comments

ULC Files Lawsuit Against Virginia Officials to Defend Rights of Ministers

May 27th, 2025

The ULC has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court against Virginia officials who have been discriminating against Universal Life Church ministers and denying them the right to perform wedding ceremonies.

Weddings 27 Comments

Britney Spears Enlists Wedding Officiant Ordained Online After Catholic Church Turned Her Away

August 8th, 2022

Britney Spears married her longtime boyfriend Sam Asghari last month in a ceremony at her home officiated by a minister ordained online, after she was allegedly turned away by a Catholic Church in Santa Monica.

ULC Minister Training & Education 38 Comments

Universal Life Church Ministries Announces 'Universal Day'

August 24th, 2020

Universal Life Church Ministries is proud to announce a brand new holiday, Universal Day. This November 3rd, join us in celebrating the universal connection that binds us all in our quest to "do that which is right."

ULC Minister Training & Education 59 Comments

Mystery Group Buys "Weeping Virgin Mary" Icon For $2.5 Million

September 13th, 2019

One of the stranger clarifications we've ever had to publish: no, we did NOT spend $2.5 million on a Virgin Mary art installation. Someone did, however.

Humor & Satire 7 Comments

What Are Your New Year’s Resolutions?

January 4th, 2017

The crazy year of 2016 has finally come to a close, leaving many of us breathing a sigh of relief. As we look back on the past 12 months, there were plenty of reasons to feel disillusioned.

Uncategorized 52 Comments

Why the Universal Life Church Must Speak Up

January 5th, 2016

We love a lot of things about operating the Universal Life Church on your behalf, but our favorite part is running the blog and sermon sections of our website.

ULC Minister Training & Education 69 Comments

Many Benefits of Attending Church

November 25th, 2015

Attending church is often central to the spiritual lives of the religious. However, many people who consider themselves religious do not spend nearly as much time in church as they used to in years past.

Christian 9 Comments

The Rise of the Non-Denominational Church

October 15th, 2015

In recent years, non-denominational churches have been on the rise in America. Instead of the majority of believers associating with a specific denomination such as Baptist or Catholic.

Progressive Spirituality 124 Comments

6 Ways to Advertise Your Wedding Officiant Services

August 27th, 2015

Many of you have been ordained by the Universal Life Church to officiate a wedding for a friend or family member, but what if you'd like to advertise your services to others? Here are some tips we've put together.

Weddings 37 Comments

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