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-Stawsky (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 2024 Pride parade downtown
Christmas Eve 2024 candlelight worship service
Thirteen new members joined UUCC on Feb. 2, 2025
The UU Choir performing during worship
Next Worship Service
June 29, 2025
"Clear, Grieving and Grounded"
Rev. Dr. Molly Housh Gordon
What inspiration, learning and reflection has Rev. Molly been gathering this summer? Refreshed by attending the UUA General Assembly and a gathering with minister colleagues, she will share what's on her mind. Come hear what she has to say!
Livestream options – Zoom • Facebook
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.
June 22 sermon video
Ben Schulz was the lay leader at our worship service on June 22, 2025. In his sermon "On Drawing Near," he explored the difficulty of embracing the pain of others. "Where there's room for compassion, there must be room for pain. Where there is room for suffering, there can also be room for joy. But first there has to be the room, first we must make room to welcome it in."
Full Sunday Schedule
June 29, 2024
9 a.m. – Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 a.m. – Worship Service
10:30 a.m. – Youth Religious Education – RE at the Park
11:30 a.m. – Coffee Hour
Calendar
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
10:15 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
12:00 PM - Junior High OWL
12:00 PM - Milestones Circle
12:00 PM - Mission/Vision Cottage Meeting
4:00 PM - Newcomer Retreat
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
6:30 PM - High School OWL
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
10:30 AM - 5th-6th Grade OWL
10:30 AM - UU Life Writers
2:00 PM - Kaleidoscope
7:00 PM - Founders Day Celebration
10:15 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
10:30 AM - New Member Ingathering
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
12:00 PM - Junior High OWL
12:00 PM - Potluck Lunch
1:30 PM - Social Action Team
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
8:00 AM - Kappa Chi
8:30 AM - Men's Group
10:00 AM - Planned Giving Work Group
10:30 AM - 5th-6th Grade OWL
10:15 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
12:00 PM - Junior High OWL
4:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd Sundays
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
12:00 PM - Jobs with Justice
6:00 PM - Stop the Bleed Training
7:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd & 4th Tuesdays
9:00 AM - Jobs with Justice
10:00 AM - Chalice Circle-2nd Wednesday
6:30 PM - High School OWL
7:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd & 4th Wednesdays
9:00 AM - Facilites Team: Work Day
10:30 AM - 5th-6th Grade OWL
10:30 AM - UU Life Writers
6:00 PM - Valentine's Day Dance
9:00 PM - YRUU Lock-in
10:15 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
12:00 PM - Junior High OWL
4:00 PM - Loaves & Fishes
4:00 PM - Birthday Party
12:00 AM - Newsletter Submissions Deadline
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
7:00 PM - Chalice Circle-3rd Monday
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
6:30 PM - High School OWL
10:15 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
12:00 PM - Junior High OWL
12:30 PM - Empowered Resistance Workshop
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
4:30 PM - COMO Mobile Aid Collective
7:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd & 4th Tuesdays
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
During the church program year from September through May, youth religious education is offered at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. Except for occasional "all-ages worship services"...
In-person worship services are at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday year-round. Services are also life-streamed on Zoom and Facebook. Worship service details for the Sunday coming...
After worship services, congregants enjoy coffee, tea, other beverages and conversation in the Greeting Area.
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...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
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...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
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...
The UU Life Writer’s Group meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the first and third Saturdays of the month to write and share at...
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...
During the church program year from September through May, youth religious education is offered at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. Except for occasional "all-ages worship services"...
In-person worship services are at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday year-round. Services are also life-streamed on Zoom and Facebook. Worship service details for the Sunday coming...
As a part of the service we will welcome new members to UUCC! Please register to be recognized at the Ingathering here: https://uucc65201.breezechms.com/form/220cbc
After worship services, congregants enjoy coffee, tea, other beverages and conversation in the Greeting Area.
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...
A potluck lunch takes place after worship on the first Sunday each month. Please bring a main dish, side dish or dessert if you are...
The Social Action Team meets at 1:30 p.m. on the first Sunday each month via Zoom. All are welcome to participate. For more information, email...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
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...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
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...
The Planned Giving Work Group, a sub-group of the Stewardship Team, meets on the second Saturday each month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the...
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...
During the church program year from September through May, youth religious education is offered at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. Except for occasional "all-ages worship services"...
In-person worship services are at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday year-round. Services are also life-streamed on Zoom and Facebook. Worship service details for the Sunday coming...
After worship services, congregants enjoy coffee, tea, other beverages and conversation in the Greeting Area.
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...
This Chalice Circle meets at 4 p.m. on the second Sunday each month at Lenoir Woods. The facilitators are Rosie Geiser and Rev. Dottie Mathews.
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
The Women's Chalice Circle meets via Zoom at 6:45 p.m. on the second Monday each month.This chalice circle is offered to marginalized genders including cis...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Since 1999, Missouri Jobs with Justice has shown up for workers across the state. We won minimum wage increases. We expanded Medicaid. We stop corporations...
Workshop for emergencies-Renter
Crystal Buffaloe is the facilitator of the Chalice Circle that meets on second Tuesdays (and sometimes fourth Tuesdays).
Since 1999, Missouri Jobs with Justice has shown up for workers across the state. We won minimum wage increases. We expanded Medicaid. We stop corporations...
This Chalice Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second Wednesday each month and is facilitated by Jeanne Murphy and Lisa Fritsche.
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...
This Chalice Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month and is facilitated by Gretchen Maune.
Since 1999, Missouri Jobs with Justice has shown up for workers across the state. We won minimum wage increases. We expanded Medicaid. We stop corporations...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
make up day for Wednesday choir if needed
Facilites team members gather to repair and remove chairs in the sanctuary.
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...
The UU Life Writer’s Group meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the first and third Saturdays of the month to write and share at...
Join in this youth planned event with music and light refreshments.
Valentine's lock in for YRUU
During the church program year from September through May, youth religious education is offered at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. Except for occasional "all-ages worship services"...
In-person worship services are at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday year-round. Services are also life-streamed on Zoom and Facebook. Worship service details for the Sunday coming...
After worship services, congregants enjoy coffee, tea, other beverages and conversation in the Greeting Area.
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...
Our Social Action Team organizes volunteers to provide the evening meal at the Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen on the third Sunday each month. Go...
Private Event
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...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
The third Monday Chalice Circle is facilitated by Julia Bonham-Hardy via Zoom.
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
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...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
The membership team gathers to streamline the process for visitors and new members to UUCC.
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...
Our Stewardship Team will be hosting events in the Sanctuary-Greeting Area-Kitchen and the Lower Level-Centering Room from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 22.
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...
During the church program year from September through May, youth religious education is offered at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. Except for occasional "all-ages worship services"...
In-person worship services are at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday year-round. Services are also life-streamed on Zoom and Facebook. Worship service details for the Sunday coming...
After worship services, congregants enjoy coffee, tea, other beverages and conversation in the Greeting Area.
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...
Are y’all ready to get grounded, get connected and get started?! UUCC is hosting an in-depth training for our congregation and wider community. The workshop...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Collective meeting and potluck
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...
This Chalice Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month and is facilitated by Gretchen Maune.
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer is offered: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, and 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first...
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...
The UU Life Writer’s Group meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the first and third Saturdays of the month to write and share at...
Events on January 26, 2025
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Jan
26 Jan 25 @ 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Lower Level
26
Jan
26 Jan 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
26
Jan
26 Jan 25 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
26
Jan
26 Jan 25 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
26
Jan
26 Jan 25 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
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Jan
26 Jan 25 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
26
Jan
26 Jan 25 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
Events on February 2, 2025
02
Feb
2 Feb 25 @ 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Lower Level
02
Feb
2 Feb 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
02
Feb
2 Feb 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
02
Feb
2 Feb 25 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
02
Feb
2 Feb 25 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
02
Feb
2 Feb 25 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
02
Feb
2 Feb 25 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Events on February 15, 2025
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Feb
15 Feb 25 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sanctuary
15
Feb
15 Feb 25 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
15
Feb
15 Feb 25 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
15
Feb
15 Feb 25 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
15
Feb
15 Feb 25 @ 9:00 pm - 9:00 am
Church
Events on February 16, 2025
16
Feb
16 Feb 25 @ 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Lower Level
16
Feb
16 Feb 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
16
Feb
16 Feb 25 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
16
Feb
16 Feb 25 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
16
Feb
16 Feb 25 @ 4:00 pm - 6:15 pm
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Feb
16 Feb 25 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
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