Our Minister

The Reverend Paul Ratzlaff

Who I am…

As minister, I am pleased to share my spiritual journey.  Being a Unitarian Universalist (UU) minister, I do not assume others will mimic me.  Rather, I hope to stimulate others to find what is true for themselves.  I continually grow and refine my own understanding.  We often joke about Unitarian Universalism that it’s a place where “you can change your religion without changing your congregation.”  That’s been a life-saver for me.  Leaving behind the religion of my childhood (Evangelical Christianity), I’ve explored many of the world’s religions in coming to my own current practice, which is influenced largely by Buddhism, especially Insight Meditation.  However, like many UUs, I find inspiration in the many teachers who have spoken to human beings all over this earth we share.  I am deeply grateful that I can minister in this inclusive, liberal and open-minded faith.

In our Fellowship you will find:

• Spiritual seekers.  Some are at the beginning, tasting a variety of practices and teaching in order to find the way that touches them; others have found a path that guides them to deeper wisdom and compassion.  All prize sharing and learning from each other.
• Commitment to service and social justice.  We live our values by helping others and working toward a world that is more just and peaceful.
• Life-long learning.  Religious exploration is not just for kids!  We are all learning for as long as we live.  We are a curious people, excited to learn and to share what we have experienced.
• A caring community.  Some describe our congregation as their “chosen family” because we care for one another.  We extend our compassion both inside and outside of our walls.
• People who enjoy one another.  Laughter is never far away – the kind of laughter that comes from enjoying the whimsy of life.
• A welcome for who you are and what you bring.

I am grateful to minister with this many-faceted jewel – the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Huntington.

 You can reach me at:

        (631) 427-9547
        minister@uufh.org

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