Universal Pantheist Society
"We seek a renewed reverence for the Earth and a vision of Nature as the ultimate context for human existence..."
Mission
The purposes of the Society are: "to unite Pantheists everywhere
into a common fellowship, to undertake the conveyance of
information about Pantheism to the interested public, to
encourage discussion and communication among Pantheists, to
provide mutual aid and defense of Pantheists everywhere, to
stimulate a revision of social attitudes away from
anthropocentrism and toward reverence for the Earth and a vision
of the ultimate context for human existence, and to take
appropriate action toward the protection and restoration of the
Earth." Pantheists seek to improve their relationship with the
natural world as their fundamental religious responsibility."
Notes from the nonprofit
Since our founding in 1975, we have strived to encourage a shift away from humanity as the focal point, to embrace the intrinsic value of nature and to recognize that all species have a right to exist for their own sake. We also hold to a duty against abstract "speculation"- so called "Belief" is not really the crux of true religion; instead it is a substitute for entering into an authentic relationship with the Universe that honors doubt as a positive value. Another core value is the realization that reverence for the natural world is necessary for treating our fellow human beings respectfully.
Ruling year
1976
President
Ms. Margie Gibson
Treasurer and co-founder
Mr. Harold William Wood Jr
Main address
P.O. Box 69644
Tucson, AZ 85737 USA
EIN
51-0190374
NTEE code
Religion Related, Spiritual Development N.E.C. (X99)
Humanities Organizations (A70)
Humanities Organizations (A70)
IRS filing requirement
This organization is not required to file an annual return with the IRS because it is a church.
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What we aim to solve
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About Us
Pantheism holds that the Cosmos is synonymous with the theological principle of God. The Cosmos is divine, and the earth sacred.
The Society is comprised of individuals who feel that fundamental religious experience involves an individual relationship with the natural world.
Recognizing that freedom of belief is inherent in the pantheist tradition, the Society's bylaws explicitly prohibit any requirement imposing a particular interpretation of religion or subscription to any particular religious belief, doctrine, or creed.
Universal Pantheist Society Members participate in the following activities: our quarterly publication Pantheist Vision; discussion forum on our website, www.pantheist.net; member exchange listings in Pantheist Vision; spotlight web-space, public dissemination of information on modern Pantheism; sharing opportunities with other Pantheists; support of research on Pantheism; special publications and bibliographies; promotion of Pantheist celebrations, holidays, and special events; and support application of Pantheist principles to solve social and environmental problems.
Where we work
External reviews
Photos
Our Sustainable Development Goals
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How we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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Who are the people you serve with your mission?
Members and readers of our journal.
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How is your organization collecting feedback from the people you serve?
Suggestion box/email,
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To inform the development of new programs/projects, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals,
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What significant change resulted from feedback?
We have modified our website in response to questions that some potential members have had trouble with. This includes increasing the options available to new members, and adding clarifying statements for required "legalese" that some find objectionable. We have also clarified on our website that our position is in support of COVID-19 vaccines, and why, in response to potential members who wanted us to oppose such vaccines.
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With whom is the organization sharing feedback?
Our board,
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How has asking for feedback from the people you serve changed your relationship?
Our bylaws and our inherent structure is intended to ensure that "The core of modern Pantheism rests upon the spiritual self-reliance of the individual."
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
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Universal Pantheist Society
Board of directorsas of 02/01/2023
Ms. Margie Gibson
Harold Wood
Founding Member & Treasurer
Nancy Pearlman
Broadcaster and environmentalist
Margie Gibson
Photographer/Environmental Activist
Bernie Zaleha
Academic, Sociology of Religion
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Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Not applicable -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Not applicable
Organizational demographics
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