The Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains (UUCM) in Grass Valley strives to create an atmosphere of acceptance and peace both within the church and within the community. Part of its bylaws state, “Relying upon reason as our guide, and upon freedom as our method, we seek to grow in understanding of ourselves and of our world to promote and serve the universal human family.” The local church consists of 110 members and is certified as a “Welcoming Congregation.” “Social justice is very important,” said Keith Johnson, board president of UUCM. He said that the church is very supportive of …