A cross rubbed onto the forehead signifies observance of Lent
Heading into spring, people of all faiths begin to think about warm weather and summer activities. The major holiday during this time is Easter Sunday. Prior to that day of celebration is the period of L…
Hinduism is the third largest religion in the world, following Christianity and Islam. It encompasses a very wide diversity of belief systems. Different branches of Hinduism have different takes on divinity, monotheism, worship, and rites. Hindus are generally conc…
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A Louisiana district court judge is expected to rule on the constitutionality of the state’s controversial school voucher program. The program is intended to provide higher-quality education for poor and disadvantaged students from troubled public schools, bu…
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This is the Arabic script for the prophet Muhammad, whose birth is celebrated with carnavals and charity
For an interfaith minister to be ordained in the Universal Life Church, they must be knowledgeable in the religious holidays and cultures held by many different…
This is a traditional celebration in Ethiopia of the baptism of Jesus
Interfaith ministers who have made the decision to be ordained in the Universal Life Church share a reverence for all religious traditions and holidays. An observance of Epiphany is an event comm…
Black and White weddings are very popular in the winter months. A traditional white gown can look elegant paired with black accent peices
Nuptials can be a complicated process, but officiants at ULC are on hand to both perform a wedding and help with planning. Many…
Blessings can be words, a mindset, or talents. Be sure you tend to your own growth, as that will also assist in your help with others' growth
To be ordained in the Universal Life Church is to take the responsibility of one who can be looked to in times of troub…
Water is recognized as a cleansing substance spiritually, practically, and scientifically
An interfaith minister of the Universal Life Church becomes ordained to perform the ceremonies and rituals of all faiths; therefore, it is important to recognize the significa…
It is easy to forget living in the West that New Year’s does not happen at the same time for everyone. Different cultures and religions celebrate the New Year on different dates than January 1. Interfaith ministers of the Universal Life Church can better serv…
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Yule is the pagan celebration of the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year
A festival around the time of the winter solstice seems to have been a common celebration among many ancient peoples. Often, these midwinter celebrations focused on feasting, offerin…