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First Unitarian Congregational Survey 2025

1.What first brought you to First Unitarian Church of Portland (Check all that apply.)
2.What were you looking for when you first came to this church? (Check all that apply.)
3.What keeps you coming back to this church? (Check all that apply.)
4.Our Mission/Vision: The mission of First Unitarian Portland is to create a welcoming community of diverse individuals; to promote love, reason and freedom in religion; to foster lifelong spiritual growth and to act for social justice. Our vision is to be a beacon of hope for us and for our community, a spiritual center in the heart of the city helping each of us to find our spiritual compass and to build the beloved community.

Rate how well you feel that First Unitarian Church fulfills its vision / objectives:
5 Strongly agree
4 Somewhat agree
3 Neutral
2 Somewhat disagree
1 Strongly disagree
Is a welcoming and loving community
Religious Education with UU values for all ages
Worship is inspiring, affirming & deepening
Is transparent in church decision making
Cultivates Leaders who serve and inspire
Congregants are generous with time & money
Supports all in search for truth & meaning
Takes leadership in larger UU community
Promotes Social Justice in the Portland community & beyond
5.How are you informed about church programs, activities and events? (Check all that apply)
6.Rate the importance to you of current church goals
5 High
4
3
2
1 Low
Enhance our ministries in worship, music, spiritual education for all ages & social justice
Establish strong covenantal relationships among minister, congregation, board & staff
Next steps towards living the 8th Principle for multicultural understanding and connections
Develop long term plan for the church and its sustainability to meet future needs
Promote an ever-growing culture of generosity and financial sustainability
7.Which church-sponsored programs have you participated in? (Check all)
8.How often do you attend Sunday services in person at this church?
9.How often do you attend 1st U Sunday services online?
10.Does your spouse/partner participate in 1st U's activities regularly?
11.Please give us some information about yourself:

Age (yrs)
12.Gender
13.Church member
14.Years attending 1st U
15.Children under18 yrs? If so list number and ages
16.Children attending RE?
17.Current Partnership Status
18.Which of the following clearly describes your theology/philosophy
19.Name (This helps us be directly responsive to your comments)
20.Email
21.Zip Code (this allows us to help facilitate connections among neighbors)
22.Additional comments? Share them with us here: If you want to comment after submitting the survey, send an email to Board.1stU.PDX@gmail.com