The religion of this church is free, not creed bound; scientific, not dogmatic; spiritual, not traditional; universal, not sectarian. It stands for the realization of the highest moral and humanitarian ideals of the noblest teachers and the cultivation and dissemination of the spiritual qualities of reverence, peace, and love.

The first meetings of the church were at 9th and Lime in Long Beach. In 1955, the present property at 5450 Atherton was deeded to the Unitarian Church by the Whaley family. Soon the present buildings were constructed, and have been in use for more than fifty years. The Chalice Building, at the east end of the property, was added to provide additional classroom space some years ago.  The sanctuary was remodeled in 1994;  the Lounge, which is our primary adult meeting space, and the minister's office have also been remodeled.  We are currently developing a Building Fund to be able to add additional classroom space and do some renovation and remodeling of our present space.  We have been working with an architectural firm and have models and a design which has been approved by the congregation.

Throughout its history, the church, in addition to its religious functions, has worked actively to resolve social concerns, provide a forum for expressing opinions on important issues and act as a center for the arts.