Nearly a third of UUFSD members meditate regularly

Thirty-one perecent of the Fellowship say they meditate regularly.

Although Sunday services don’t always include guided meditation, often times there are a few minutes offered for personal reflection. There are two days of the week that with Buddhist meditation and discussion. These are lightly attended, with usually no more than a dozen members, although generally participants who have been active in the group for years.

What were the major reasons you first attended UUFSD?

When asked what brought them to UUFSD, two reasons stood out for over half the fellowship: UU beliefs and sense of community. The members of this fellowship believe in the UU principles, and want to share their exploration and expression of those beliefs with others who have that in common. They may or may not agree on other matters: belief systems, politics, child-rearing, foreign policy, global warming, or who makes the best fish taco in San Diego. But, they’re eager to discuss these and other matters with others who have like-minds as to mutual respect and other principles, and at the same time celebrate and honor unique minds with independent perspectives.

Wanting to make a difference in the world is a core interest, from Social Justice activities to seeing that the next generation has a solid foundation.

Although the UUFSD site with its outdoor amptheater is unique, it’s not mentioned as the first draw for members.

Fellowship life right now – what’s unimportant and important?

What important to most of the fellowship is having a strong sense of community, thoughfully centered around UU values and Sunday Services.

Reaching out through social justice activities or community outreach is strong, although not as strong.

Projects like building homes in Mexico have been well supported, in that they combine Social Justice, community building, outreach, living UU principles, and are fun!

Meditation and prayer are of importance to only a few.

UUFSD members are open to – and identify with – other faith traditions

When asked what other faith traditions UUFSD members now practice, less than 20 members replied to the survey with further details than the many categories we presented.

Buddhism was mentioned most often.

There were also many others mentioned at least once:

• Paganism, Goddess ritual, and Earth-centered traditions
• Christianity
• Judaism
• Meditation
• Hinduism
• Yoga
• Hope, Love and Positive Thinking