Universal Life Church
45 years ago, George Freeman's spirit met the liberty of the Universal Life Church Monastery. Today as the Founder and Presiding Chaplain of the largest Universal Life Church, George Freeman oversees the ULC's worldwide operations at its headquarters in Seattle, Washington.
Following the original vision of the church's founder, Rev. Kirby Hensley, Freeman took charge of the church and ended the malfeasance the federal government uncovered during Hensley's tenure. Under Freeman's leadership, the Universal Life Church implemented crucial reforms and removed bad actors, upholding its commitment to spiritual growth and equality.
Thanks to Rev. Freeman's dedication, the church has become a beacon of hope for those seeking spiritual growth and equality. With over 20 million ministers ordained online to date, the ULC remains steadfast in its advocacy for marriage equality and fair treatment under the law.
Universal Life Church
The Rectory
Driving on I-5 north to the Ship Canal Bridge in the dark of night, chances are that you have seen a glass and steel structure.
Lit up with bright lights as statuesque astronauts stand guard in the windows, it certainly has a space-age flare. Inside lies an equally adorned, cozy interior. People who walk past gawk in wonderment. What is this place that draws such attention from Seattle’s commuters?
It is a residence and retreat and a place of fellowship, learning, and higher thinking. It is a place for the people of the Universal Life Church Monastery (ULCM) Congregation to come together and celebrate.
The shining beacon on the hill is a glass and steel ecclesiastical sanctuary. It is the Rectory for the Presiding Chaplain and founder of the ULCM, George Freeman.
The Monastery
In 1977 George Freeman concluded his time in New York and relocated to Seattle, Washington, bringing his extensive experience as a nightclub owner and party promoter home to the Pacific Northwest.
When he arrived, George found himself in front of a run-down church on Boren Avenue in downtown Seattle. George bought it and quickly worked to transform the space into The Monastery, an after-hours private club. George asked some of his old DJs and promoters to relocate, and together they brought New York-style clubbing to Seattle.
The Universal Life Church
45 years ago, George Freeman's spirit met the liberty of the Universal Life Church Monastery. Today as the Founder and Presiding Chaplain of the largest Universal Life Church, Freeman oversees the ULC's worldwide operations at its headquarters in Seattle, Washington. Continuing in the tradition started by founder Rev. Kirby Hensley in the 1950s, George Freeman promotes spiritual growth and equality through the ULC. To date, the ULC has ordained online over 20 million ministers and has consistently fought for marriage equality and fair treatment under the law.
The Rectory
Driving on I-5 north to the Ship Canal Bridge in the dark of night, chances are that you have seen a glass and steel structure. Lit up with bright lights, as statuesque astronauts stand guard in the windows, it certainly has a space age flare. Inside lies an equally adorned, cozy interior. People who walk past gawk in wonderment. What is this place that draws such attention from Seattle’s commuters?
It is a residence and retreat, as well as a place of fellowship, learning, and higher thinking. It is a place for the people of the Universal Life Church Monastery (ULCM) Congregation to come together and celebrate. Certainly, the shiny beacon on the hill is a glass and steel clergy house. It is The Rectory, conceived and designed by and for George Freeman, the Presiding Chaplain and founder of the ULCM.
The Monastery
In 1977 George Freeman concluded his time in New York and relocated to Seattle, Washington, bringing his extensive experience as a nightclub owner and party promoter home to the Pacific Northwest. When he arrived, George found himself in front of a run-down church on Boren Avenue in downtown Seattle. George bought it and quickly worked to transform the space into The Monastery, an after-hours private club. George asked some of his old DJs and promoters to relocate, and together they brought New York-style clubbing to Seattle.
