A flame within a chalice (a cup with a stem and foot) is a primary symbol of the Unitarian Universalist faith tradition. Many of our congregations kindle a flaming chalice in gatherings and worships and feature the chalice symbol prominently. UU’s may also wear clothing and jewlery with a chalice symbol and some have a chalice at home.

Hans Deutsch, an Austrian artist, first brought together the chalice and the flame as a Unitarian symbol during his work with the Unitarian Service Committee (USC) during World War II. To Deutsch, the image had connotations of sacrifice and love.