The purpose of The One Rule Church is to create a space where anyone can feel free to believe, learn, and grow at their own pace. We do not aspire to convert anyone into conformity with a singular established belief system. In fact, we believe that our differences, as people and in how we work out our spirituality, are what allow us to challenge ourselves and really put the principle of unconditional love into practice. You can only solve as much of a problem as you can see of it, and in a world full of people who are desperately in need of real love, it’s going to take all of us and all of our perspectives to work out tangible, real-life solutions. We’re tired of talking about change. We want to BE change, so it starts with us.
We want you to ask questions, make mistakes, discover your purpose and walk in it with fearless authenticity. We can’t tell you how to live your life. We’re on our own journeys and figuring out what works for each of us as individuals is an ongoing process. But what we can give you are the tools we’ve used to make sense of the world and our places in it. We can help you tap into your humanity and embrace everything you are, good and bad, so you can move forward as a more fulfilled and compassionate person. We also want to learn from you, too! This is as much about our growth as it is about yours. We don’t believe that there’s only one “right” way to do something, so your insight into how all of us can be better is invaluable.
You’re probably thinking, “What’s the catch? This sounds too good to be true.” And I’m afraid we do have One Rule that is fundamental to this movement and it’s non-negotiable: the Rule is Love! Love without exception and without excuse. The only way this works is if we’re all operating out of the mindset that love and what’s in the next person’s BEST interest is the top priority. So what does that look like on a practical level? Well, it means being mindful of being respectful in our interactions, discussions, and in how we share information. It means being able to share your thoughts and receiving views that differ from yours without letting fear dictate your response. It means holding ourselves accountable as we confront our own faults and biases. It means being sensitive to the trauma and pain people have experienced in their lives, particularly those who have been hurt because of who they are, what they look like, who they love, etc. It even means knowing when to just be quiet and be present as one human being in support of and in solidarity with another. The goal is for all of us to either be strengthened in what we already believe or to evolve in our understanding of what we thought we knew. It’s so important to understand the difference between things that violate the principle of love and things that are matters of personal conviction. There should never be any pressure to accept what someone else believes as your own, so there’s no need to feel threatened if you hear something you don’t necessarily believe in or feel convicted about yourself. And trust me, we totally understand that this is all easier said than done, but if we’re all intentional about loving and being the change we want to see, it’s more than doable.
For everyone who has been hurt, who feels like they don’t fit in, who doesn’t feel good enough. For everyone who has been looking for a place where it’s okay to just be who they are without anyone trying to force them into preconceived boxes of who they’re “supposed to be”. For all the people who aren’t afraid to ask questions but can’t seem to get answers. For all the people who believe in radical, unflinching love…Welcome Home 🙂