First Unitarian Church of Rochester

"This is an amazing, warm, and welcoming congregation. It is clear that this is not a community of souls bound by a church building, Rather they are active in the greater Rochester community. I love being a member of this church."

"I was there for a recital for the Opera Guild of Rochester. Beautiful space with a great acoustic. Welcoming feeling as soon as you walk in."

"My first time in the first Unitarian church of Rochester NY, modern architecture, dome roof, bare walls, an abstract painting right in front and center, service started with lighting of lamp and ended with flame off. It was a memorial service, of a good and caring friend, it was very sad she passed away, I wouldn't see her, or talk to her, or go out with her, so many memories. It was a very solemn service, found very amazing that such a fine group of family friends, far near, who had all felt her warmth of friendship. The pastor had simple and kind words, family and friends although sad celebrated her life"

"Welcoming, open space to share a kind spiritual experience in an architectural masterpiece. The community is actively supportive of young and old alike. Thoughtful and engaging."

"As agnostics who reject the creeds of the churches we grew up in, but still hoped for a community, service opportunities, spiritual music, and a moral education for our children, we have found this to be a wonderful place to connect to all of these values. Hopeful, socially informed sermons and meditations leave me feeling inspired each week to do good in the world and for each other. I am proud to be part of a church that welcomes people of all religious and demographic backgrounds, and that does important work for many issues of social justice in Rochester."