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. 13, 2026
"You are here. We are here."
Rev. Dr. Molly Housh Gordon
This year, our worship arc invites us to re-locate ourselves in a time of disorientation, and to root ourselves in place and earth. Join us for a service introducing the arc and reflecting on what it means to deeply connect with and deeply love a place and its people.
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. 6 Sermon Video
Rev. Molly riffed on Dolly Parton's anti-capitalist anthem "9 to 5" for her Labor Day weekend sermon titled "Barely Gettin' By." After enumerating how capitalism uses up our bodies and minds, she said, "We've got this dream, this memory, this certainty, that there is another way of living together with each other and the earth. ... We've got our own unruly bodies and untamed minds that show us."
Full Sunday Schedule
Sept. 13, 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 – 20s-30s Group
Noon – UUJME
Noon – YRUU
Noon – Sanctuary & Immigrant Justice Team
4 to 7 p.m. – Prospective Members Retreat
Calendar
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
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M
T
W
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F
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1:00 PM - Diverse Economies Workshop
2
5
2:00 PM - Columbia Tenants Union
7
9
11:00 AM - Chalice Circle
6:00 PM - Renter Event
5:00 PM - Set up- Valentine's Dance
6:00 PM - Valentines Day Dance
6:30 PM - UUCC Book Discussion Group
8:00 PM - YRUU lock in
17
7:00 PM - Choir Rehearsal
5:00 PM - Alpha Kappa (Renter)
20
10:00 AM - Como Mobile Aid
11:45 AM - Philosophy Club
12:00 PM - Milestones Circle
12:00 PM - Stewardship Training
12:15 PM - Disability Justice & Inclusion Team
6:45 PM - Chalice Circle
24
7:00 PM - OWL Parent Orientation
8:30 AM - Men's Group
9:00 AM - Carpet Cleaning
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with Jordinn Nelson Long 1-3 after potluck
Choir rehearsals with Music Director Violet Vondar Haar take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings in the Sanctuary. All singers are welcome, regardless of experience...
with Vee Sanchez (RENTER)
The 20s-30s Group meets on the second Sunday each month after worship. All UUs and visitors in their 20s and 30s are warmly welcomed. Please...
with Jordinn Nelson Long 12-2 Lunch provided
at Lenoir Woods with Rosie Geiser and Dottie Mathews
Facilitated by Crystal Buffaloe and Christine Yant
with Jeanne Murphy and Lisa Fritsche
Choir rehearsals with Music Director Violet Vondar Haar take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings in the Sanctuary. All singers are welcome, regardless of experience...
Facilitated by Lilianne Johnstone
Private
Family Dance planned by YRUU as a fundraiser. Starts at 6.
online with Pam Springsteel
Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East (UUJME) is a UUA-related Social Justice Organization. Are you concerned about what is going on in Israel...
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...
optional in person coffee hour the 1st Monday. With Julia Bonham-Hardy
Choir rehearsals with Music Director Violet Vondar Haar take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings in the Sanctuary. All singers are welcome, regardless of experience...
Philosophy Club is a group for anyone interested in discussing a topic more deeply with others. No philosophical training is needed; all worldviews are welcome,...
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...
At church and on Zoom - 12:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. fourth Sundays UUCC has restarted and revamped the Disability Justice and Inclusion Team (DJIT). The...
2nd and 4th Mondays with Larry and Nancy
Facilitated by Gretchen Maune
Choir rehearsals with Music Director Violet Vondar Haar take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings in the Sanctuary. All singers are welcome, regardless of experience...
Join the team to cook and set up before the book discussion or at 6:30 with your appetite and curiosity about the book.
Kitchen, Greeting, Sanctuary
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...
with Jordinn Nelson Long 1-3 after potluck
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...
Choir rehearsals with Music Director Violet Vondar Haar take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings in the Sanctuary. All singers are welcome, regardless of experience...
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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