Robyn Lebron creed, Unitarian Universalists are free to search for truth on many paths Although they uphold shared principles, individual Unitarian Universalists have varied beliefs about everything from scripture, to rituals, to God They generally not hold t he Bible— or any other account of human experience—to be either an infallible guide or the ultimate authority in matters of faith Unitarian Universalists view the individuals depicted in such works in much the same way For example, many UUs believe that Jesus of Nazareth probably existed, and they respect him for many of the values he stood for and for his fearless campaign for what he believed in Most Unitarian Universalists, however, not believe that Jesus is the Son of God or the Messiah They have respect for the sacred literature of all religions but not necessarily accept them as infallible UUs view these sacred texts as historically significant literary works that should be viewed with an open mind, a critical eye, and an appetite for good literature Contemporary works of science, art, and social commentary are valued as well Unitarian Universalists aspire to truth as wide as the world—they look to find truth anywhere, universally.10 Whatever their theological perspective, Unitarians attempt, in their style of worship and their community life, to combine personal integrity with a willingness to share and learn from others Most choose to attach no particular theological label to their beliefs This diversity of views is considered a strength in the Unitarian Universalist movement Many UU congregations have study groups that examine the traditions and spiritual practices of other faiths Some UU ministers, such as the Reverend James Ford, are also ordained Zen teachers Other UU ministers, such as the Reverend David Miller, are atheists There are Buddhist meditation teachers, Sufi teachers, as well as agnostic and persons who have been consecrated as Christian bishops outside the structures and canon law of the established churches While Sunday services in most congregations tend to espouse Humanism (a philosophy that usually rejects supernaturalism and stresses an individual’s dignity and worth), it is not unusual for a part of a church’s membership to attend Pagan, Buddhist, or other spiritual study or worship groups as an alternative means of worship.11 ~ 428 ~