2615 Shepard Blvd., Columbia, MO 65201-6132 • Phone: 573-442-5764
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In the lead-up to the general election, “People of Promise” was the title of Rev. Molly’s Nov. 3, 2024 sermon. She said, “The thing I most want to tell you today, in this time of deep anxiety and hope, two days before what may be the most important federal election of our lifetime, is that no matter what happens in the coming days, our job is the same – devoting ourselves to the beloved community that always could be, that is breathing in the world of the possible just across the veil. It is our forever work, and the circumstances of it will be different, but that forever work remains, and we are joined in it by so many people of conscience, both now and across the generations.”
Sunday at UUCC – Nov. 3, 2024
9 a.m. – Forum Discussion Group – Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
The Forum Discussion Group is an adult issues-and-answers discussion program that meets from 9 to 10 a.m. each Sunday, September through May.
On Nov. 10 Elizabeth Stephens, executive editor of The Columbia Missourian and holder of the endowed chair on community newspaper management at the MU School of Journalism, will speak on the Missourian, the state of newspapers and the coverage of the election.
9 a.m. – Mindfulness Meditation – Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
Mindfulness Meditation takes place at 9 a.m. every Sunday. Beginners and experienced meditators are welcome. If the outside temperature is 55° F. or higher and weather permits, meditation will take place at the Fire Circle behind the church. Otherwise, meditation will be in the Lower Level-Centering Room. For more information, email Anna Lingo or Susan Pereira.
10:30 a.m. – Worship Service – Sanctuary
“Care, No Matter What” – Rev. Dr. Molly Housh Gordon
The Sunday after the election, it seems clear that we will gather with some answers and some uncertainty. Regardless of what is unfolding and how, we will stay rooted in our values and committed to a wide and embracing love that promises, in the words of an old Planned Parenthood slogan, “Care, No Matter What.” The service will feature special music by Heather Mae.
Order of Service for Nov. 10 (when available)
Livestream worship links – Zoom • Facebook
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10:30 a.m. – Youth Religious Education – Lower Level
After a centering time in the Sanctuary at the beginning of worship, the children will go downstairs for regular R.E. classes. Free nursery care for infants to 3-year-olds will be available until 11:45 a.m. Read about our Youth Religious Education program.
11:30 a.m. – Coffee Hour – enjoy beverages and chat in the Greeting Area
Noon – 20s-30s Group – Sanctuary
We were so excited to meet with 14 UU young adults at the 20s-30s organizing meeting in October. We will continue meeting the second Sunday of the month after church. On Nov. 10 the group will have a “Show & Tell” with a potluck lunch! Bring a dish to share if you can, and be prepared to tell us all about your favorite book, series, album, or other thing you desperately want to recommend to other cool and interesting people. The group will meet in the Sanctuary. All UUs and visitors in their 20s and 30s are welcome to participate. Please email Rev. Molly to request childcare or ask any questions!
Noon – UUJME – Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East (UUJME), a UUA-related Social Justice Organization, will meet at noon Sunday, Nov. 10. Are you concerned about what is going on in Israel and Palestine? Would you like to learn more? Would you like to take part in activities to educate ourselves and our congregation about the issues involved? Our local chapter of UUJME is restarting monthly meetings on the second Sunday of the month. As a group we are working for a peaceful and just resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict including a settlement affirming the equality, dignity, freedom and security of all peoples involved. At our October meeting, we planned a preview of the documentary, “Israelism” for our committee members, to be followed by a discussion of the possibility of showing it to our congregation. Please join us in our efforts to understand the issues and to plan activities and actions. For more information, email the chair, Margaret Tyler.
Noon – D&D Middle School Group – Lower Level-Centering Room
Middle schoolers interested in D&D meet at noon in the Centering Room on the 2nd and 4th Sundays.
1:30 p.m. – Sanctuary and Immigrant Justice Team – online.
Our Sanctuary and Immigrant Justice Team will hold its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. All are welcome to participate. For information, email either of the the team’s co-chairs, Allie Gassmann or Dave Gibbons.