Perhaps the most extraordinary characteristic of this seminary is our ability to meet a wide variety of educational needs within the whole of Unitarian Universalism.

Whether you are a prospective student thinking about seminary, a lay leader wishing for a deeper understanding of our liberal tradition, a student studying at another school who might take advantage of our uniquely UU distance learning opportunities, or a member of the clergy who is on the search for professional resources, Meadville Lombard has something to offer you.

Meadville Lombard moved its campus from western Pennsylvania to Chicago in 1926 because it was intent on serving a religious movement that was expanding with the nation and because it realized the educational environment of this city offered its students exceptional preparation for ministry. Although we gear ourselves to contemporary times, we continue to serve as those forbearers did, bringing together people and programs which provide the kind of education and preparation that Unitarian Universalism demands.

Our school is enhanced by its special relationships. We are affiliated with the University of Chicago whose wealth of offerings is at our doorstep. We are a member of the Association of Chicago Theological Schools whose ten independent seminaries allow students to further bolster their individual programs. And we are affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Association, an affiliation with lends to our distinction and direction.

Unitarian Universalism has a special mission in a world that too often is fractured and broken. Through justice, compassion and understanding it offers the hope of unity, oneness and healing. Meadville Lombard takes that mission seriously in every facet of our work.

Come see for yourself. Give us a call, drop us a note, make an appointment to visit. We look forward to meeting you.

Together, may we add our embrace to all people, to all the world.

Sincerely,

Lee Barker
President and Professor of Ministry