Unitarian Universalism is a progressive religion born of the Jewish and Christian traditions and today honors a range of religious and spiritual traditions from around the world.

We believe that personal experiences, conscience and reason should be the final authorities in religion.

Our church was established in 1731. Originally, the meetinghouse stood in the center of the town common. One hundred years after its founding, the church was split along the liberal-orthodox line. The liberal wing took the name Unitarian and built their church on its present location. The orthodox wing took the name Congregational.

During the Civil War, while the minister was serving with the Massachusetts Regiment, the church burned down. The current building, rebuilt on the site,was dedicated in 1864. Within the past 40 years, the Unitarian Society of Upton and the Unitarian Society of Grafton were merged. Both churches have weathered the progress and unrest inherent in a vital and changing society, and both have contributed greatly to the religious life of their respective communities. Today we are a growing community welcoming many members from neighboring towns including Westborough, Millbury, Worcester, and Shrewsbury. All have joined to continue our common journey. One of our our most important means of communication is our monthly newsletter, "The Voices," which can be requested to be received on-line at [email protected]. In addition, members can read about current Unitarian Universalist issues for the greater association of UU members in UU World magazine, which can be viewed at the information table of the Fellowship Hall or delivered via subscription. As a part of each Sunday service, we invite members to make concise announcements about upcoming events and activities, and we welcome visitors and members to briefly share their "Joys and Sorrows" during the service. Bulletins of upcoming events and sign-up sheets from various committees can be found pinned on the provided bulletin boards located in Fellowship Hall. In addition, we have pamphlets and sermon reprints available on the literature table and online on this site. There is a church member directory provided annually to enable members and visitors to connect with each other more easily.

Our church offers something for everyone. We are all vital and necessary members who encompass and embrace many social and religious perspectives. We enjoy small group spiritual discussions, church outings, book discussions, potluck suppers, family nights, holiday celebrations, our Drum Circle, drum making, and educational seminars, which keep our church an active, special part of our daily lives. In 2005, our minister, Rev. Eliza Blanchard, was officially welcomed to the UUSGU Congregation in an Installation Ceremony attended by most members of the congregation. She had already won over our hearts and minds with her intelligent and charismatic sermons, yet Rev. Blanchard always goes above and beyond her call of duty. She has introduced many successful ideas to the congregation and often leads UU members to new realizations about themselves and their faith.