Pathways to Membership
We are so excited you want to be a part of our membership! Find a path that works for you and helps you become a valuable member of our beloved community. Complete a total of seven or more activities, with at least one in each category.
Minds that Think
Read 100 Questions That Non-Members Ask (download)
Buy at UUA Bookstore
Read the First UU Bylaws
Study UU beliefs, principles, and religious practices
Interview three UU’s about their lives and experiences
Watch a video related to Unitarian Universalist history
Fill out the
Time and Interest Survey
Participate in a reading/worship component with Sunday Services
Hearts that Love
Attend at least five services
Participate in the Transforming Hearts Collective Course
Read the local history of First UU in Springfield
Serve on the Racial Justice Action Team or Welcoming Congregation Committee
Take action to advance justice in our world (e.g., attend a protest, rally, march)
Respond to a joy or concern you heard during the service (call, write, email, etc.)
Participate in a Soul Matters small group
Hands that Are
Ready to Serve
Read one page document Why Do We Pledge?
Volunteer for 5 hours at Crosslines or another charitable organization
Join the First UU Choir
Volunteer on a Buildings and Grounds project
Serve as a greeter or coffee-maker 3 times
Volunteer with Religious Education
Complete a project with Sew-Sew
Once your bingo card has been completed, please click the button below where you will be asked to enter your contact information as well as the items that you have completed.
You will then be scheduled to meet with our Minister or members of our membership and finance committees.
Thank you for wanting to be a part of our community!