Universal Life Church Search

Colorado Ordination Training

https://www.ulc.org/training/ordination-training/colorado · State Ordination Training | Getting ordained in Colorado is as easy as 1-2-3! It only takes a few moments to get ordained for free online through our website. Ordination will entitle you to perform all manner of legal ceremonies, including performing weddings. Easy ordination...

California Ordination Training

https://www.ulc.org/training/ordination-training/california · State Ordination Training | Do you want to get ordained in California but aren't sure where to start? Thankfully, we make it easy, and anyone can become a legally ordained minister online right here on our website, granting them the power to perform all...

Arizona Ordination Training

https://www.ulc.org/training/ordination-training/arizona · State Ordination Training | Getting ordained in Arizona is as easy as 1-2-3! It only takes a few moments to get ordained for free online through our website. Ordination will entitle you to perform all manner of legal ceremonies, including performing weddings. Easy ordination...

Nevada Ordination Training

https://www.ulc.org/training/ordination-training/nevada · State Ordination Training | Do you want to get ordained in Nevada but aren't sure where to start? Thankfully, we make it easy, and anyone can become a legally ordained minister online right here on our website, granting them the power to perform all...

Terms and Conditions of Service

https://www.ulc.org/terms-of-service · Universal Life Church | Our church changes constantly, so we may amend these terms from time to time - and you agree to all amendments. These terms were last revised on January 12, 2015. If these terms are changed, we will post a notice...

Cookie Policy

https://www.ulc.org/cookie-policy · Universal Life Church | Last Updated: July 24, 2025 Universal Life Church Monastery Storehouse ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://www.ULC.org to enhance your user experience, analyze usage, and assist with our marketing efforts. This policy explains...

Wedding Training

https://www.ulc.org/training/wedding/wedding-officiant · Universal Life Church | Okay, so your best friend is getting married and has asked you to serve as the wedding officiant. You’re probably nervous – you’ve never performed a wedding ceremony before and have no idea how to proceed. Maybe you’re not sure...

ULC Minister Training Center

https://www.ulc.org/training · Universal Life Church | Welcome to the ULC Training Center, our education hub for ULC ministers! Whether you’re looking for guidance on how to perform a wedding, are curious about starting your own church, or simply have questions about getting ordained online – you've...

How to Become Ordained in Nevada

https://www.ulc.org/training/ordination-training/nevada · Universal Life Church | Do you want to get ordained in Nevada but aren't sure where to start? Thankfully, we make it easy, and anyone can become a legally ordained minister online right here on our website, granting them the power to perform all...

The Origins Of The Phrase "Universal Church"

https://www.ulc.org/universal-church-origins · Universal Life Church |   Occasionally, people interested in the "Universal Life Church" will truncate the name to the "Universal Church". This is a mistake that we like to clarify – while we, the "Universal Life Church" are a distinct religious organization that has...

Funeral Training

https://www.ulc.org/training/performing-a-funeral · Universal Life Church | All cultures and belief systems around the world have distinct traditions for marking the passage of life into death. Funerals ceremonies honor the passing of a loved one, allowing family members and friends to share stories, express grief, and pay...

Wedding Training

https://www.ulc.org/training/wedding/licensed-minister · Universal Life Church | There are many paths a person could follow to become a licensed minister. Among other things, ministers perform wedding ceremonies and conduct spiritual rituals within their community. Most states will recognize a minister license from any other state, though for...

Wedding Training

https://www.ulc.org/training/wedding/wedding-officiant-license · Universal Life Church | If somebody has asked you to officiate their wedding, you're probably wondering whether you need a special license to do it legally. The short answer: in most states, you don't need a marriage officiant license – at least not in...

What Is a Handfasting Ceremony?

https://www.ulc.org/training/what-is-a-handfasting-ceremony · Universal Life Church | Unity rituals bring an extra layer of symbolism and meaning to wedding ceremonies. While some couples decide to mix sand or share a drink, the handfasting ceremony is the most well-known and historically significant unity ritual. Handfasting involves binding a...

Baptism Training

https://www.ulc.org/training/performing-a-baptism · Universal Life Church | Baptism has long been an important element in many spiritual traditions. You are probably most familiar with seeing it practiced in various denominations of Christianity; Catholics, Assemblies of God, and of course Baptists partake in baptisms, as well as most...