About Us

Third Unitarian Church (TUC) has been a voice of liberal religion on Chicago's West Side for 140 years. Founded in 1868 as a religious home for progressive dialogue, the church has evolved as an economically, socially, and racially mixed congregation. Spiritual growth, mutual support and social justice are important to us. Our members have worked for many causes over the years, including civil and gay rights, antiwar movements, economic justice, and understanding among religions. See Spirit.

We have worked to be good neighbors in Austin, hosting C.A.P.S., block clubs, and other neighborhood meetings and housing a children's day care center. We promote neighborhood discussion, maintain contact with public officials, and encourage initiatives to support community development. For 25 years, the church has sponsored college scholarships for Austin high school graduates. See Neighborhood .

Supported by a membership that is 60% from Oak Park, Third Unitarian Church is the center of liberal religion on the Chicago's Far West Side. See Congregation .

UU Quotes

Unitarian Universalism is not a rock to hold onto. It is a river to swim in. If you want a set of beliefs to hold onto, if you want rules to guide your life in all situations, if you want a foundation for a spiritual fortress, you will probably be disappointed with us. However, if you want to dive into the river and explore, if you think that what you experience and what you do is more important than what you believe, if you want to be with people who engage in this world to promote well being for all, we may have something to offer. ~REV DOUG KRAFT, UNITARIAN UNIVERALIST SOCIETY OF SACRAMENTO