View of church from street
UU participants at social justice rally downtown
Singing a hymn during worship
Our three settled ministers pictured in 2016, from left: Rev. William Haney (1989-2010); Rev. Dr. Molly Housh Gordon (2012-present); and Rev. Gertrude Lindener-Stawski (1980-1986).
Connections fair in fall 2024
The UUCC Band performing during worship
Rally in front of church in support of immigrants
Picnic at start of church year in September
Social event at church
Interactive worship service
Singing UUCC's unique closing benediction
Dedication of the new church sign in 2012
Service trip to Honduras
Full sanctuary after Nov. 5, 2024 general election
First Sunday Potluck serving line
Potluck seating in sanctuary
UUCC youth at Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly
Ourdoor worship service in the Memorial Garden behind the church
Drone view of the church
UUCC participants in fall 2025 Pride parade downtown
Christmas Eve 2025 candlelight worship service
Thirteen new members joined UUCC on Feb. 2, 2025
The UU Choir performing during worship
Next Worship Service
10:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026
“Take it to the Water”
Rev. Jordinn Nelson Long and
Rev. Dr. Molly Housh Gordon
The poet John O’Donohue writes: “I would love to live like a river flows, carried by the surprise of its own unfolding.” Join us to ponder what lessons the water of Grindstone Creek can speak into our lives.
Order of Service (when available)
In the spirit of courageous love,
we forge a community of radical
welcome and deep connection that
moves us together to heal the world.
We invite you to join us.
Sept. 13 Sermon Video
In her sermon on Sept. 13, 2026, Rev. Molly introduced this year's worship theme, "You Are Here – We Are Here."
We will be invited to re-locate ourselves in a time of disorientation, rooting ourselves in place and earth, and to reflect on what it means to deeply connect with and deeply love a place and its people.
Full Sunday Schedule
Sept. 20, 2026
9 a.m. – Forum Discussion Group
9 a.m. – Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 a.m. – Worship Service
10:30 a.m. – Youth Religious Education
After Worship – Coffee Hour
Noon – Care Team Meeting
Noon – YRUU
Noon – LGBTQ Collective
Noon. – Training on Conversations for Trans Youth
4:30 to 6:45 p.m. – Loaves & Fishes
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8:30 AM - Men's Group
9:30 AM - COMAC Brunch Board Retreat
10:30 AM - 5th-6th Grade OWL
3:00 PM - Gregg Bush 50th
12:00 PM - Junior High OWL
12:00 PM - Milestones Circle
12:00 PM - Mission/Vision Cottage Meeting
4:00 PM - Newcomer Retreat
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7:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd & 4th Tuesdays
6:30 PM - High School OWL
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Submissions for the next monthly edition of our newsletter, The Searchlight, are due today. Submissions may be hand-delivered in writing or emailed to the Church...
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The UUCC Men’s Group meets online via Zoom on the second, fourth, and fifth Saturdays of each month. For more information, contact Wiley Miller at...
5th-6th graders will gather for a session of Our Whole Lives (OWL), our comprehensive and inclusive sexuality education program. Led by trained facilitators, this program...
7th-9th graders will gather for a session of Our Whole Lives (OWL), our comprehensive and inclusive sexuality education program. Led by trained facilitators, this program...
The Milestones Circle is an open, drop-in small group for older adults to meet, share thoughts and concerns, and receive support and friendship in a...
We are gathering input to ensure our Mission and Vision revisions reflect our entire congregation as we enter a new era of ministry together, and...
“Getting to Know UU: A Newcomers Retreat and Dinner,” will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025 at the church. More...
Crystal Buffaloe is the facilitator the the Chalice Circle that meets on second Tuesdays (and sometimes fourth Tuesdays).
10th-12th graders will gather for a session of Our Whole Lives (OWL), our comprehensive and inclusive sexuality education program. Led by trained facilitators, this program...
5th-6th graders will gather for a session of Our Whole Lives (OWL), our comprehensive and inclusive sexuality education program. Led by trained facilitators, this program...
Join Kaleidoscope as we celebrate Imbolc, also known as Brigid’s Feast. The first stirrings of life after the long winter appear. Brigid shines the light...
The UUCC Stewardship Team will be hosting a Founders Day Celebration with wine and chocolate from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 in...
Recent News
- Why You Should Volunteer in our Religious Education Program This Year
- Signups now open for 2026-2027 Chalice Circles
- MO jUUstice Solidarity Summit rescheduled Jan. 23
- Our work with Rev. Jordinn continues
- All-Congregation Retreat – Saturday, Sept. 19
- Church leaders’ September messages
- R.E. Team Building and Training – Noon Sunday, Oct. 4
- R.E. Social Justice Coordinator announced
- Care Team seeks volunteers
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