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, May 3, 2026
"Joy Is Not Made to Be a Crumb"
Rev. Dr. Molly Housh Gordon
Join Rev. Molly for her last sermon before sabbatical. Mary Oliver tells us that in the presence of life’s beauty and possibility, we must not hesitate, we must give ourselves over to it. And this month’s worship theme reminds us that survival is not a wasteland. It is a dance party. How can we spend these summer months giving ourselves over to the dance? The worship service will include the induction of new church members.
There will be no potluck. Instead, join us after worship for the Annual Congregational Meeting, where refreshments will be served.
Order of Service
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.
April 19 Sermon Video
In her sermon "From Destruction, Creation" on April 19, 2026, Rev. Molly noted that new life is always being born from death and rot. In the shadow of collapsing empire, she said, "Life keeps lifing. It keeps blossoming wildly amid the rubble." She concluded, "Now is the time to cast our lot with all who create and make way for new life. It is ours now, all of ours, to reconstitute the world."
Full Sunday Schedule
May 3, 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 – Annual Congregational Meeting
Noon – YRUU
12:15 p.m. – Disability Justice & Inclusion Team
1:30 p.m. – Social Action Team
Calendar
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
31
1
2
3
4:30 PM - Gans Creek Town Hall
12:00 PM - First Sunday Potluck
12:00 PM - Junior High OWL
12:00 PM - YRUU
1:30 PM - Social Action Team
3:00 PM - Election Polling Place Setup
8:30 AM - MOSW-PBS
10:00 AM - Chalice Circle-2nd Wednesday
7:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd & 4th Wednesdays
10
11
12:00 PM - Junior High OWL
12:00 PM - YRUU
4:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd Sundays
6:00 PM - 20s-30s Group
6:45 PM - Women's Chalice Circle
15
16
17
2:00 PM - Carol Brown Memorial
7:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd & 4th Wednesdays
24
25
28
29
30
1
2
YRUU is our high school youth group that meets weekly meeting in the YRUU room on the lower level.
Meeting to discuss Gans Creek development planned by Sutu Forte.
Do you have a sermon in you? You almost certainly do. Join Rev. Molly and your Worship Associates in the Sanctuary from 1 to 4...
25th Anniversary Party
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...
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...
YRUU is our high school youth group that meets weekly meeting in the YRUU room on the lower level.
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...
Crystal Buffaloe is the facilitator of the Chalice Circle that meets on second Tuesdays (and sometimes fourth Tuesdays).
This Chalice Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second Wednesday each month and is facilitated by Jeanne Murphy and Lisa Fritsche.
This Chalice Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month and is facilitated by Gretchen Maune.
NEW PLAYGROUND PLATFORM & EQUIPMENT is coming soon! We are going to be getting new wooden playground equipment this Spring, but we need YOUR HELP putting it...
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...
YRUU is our high school youth group that meets weekly meeting in the YRUU room on the lower level.
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.
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...
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...
Team meeting
YRUU meets for their regular lock-in at the church.
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 us for Brunch and an Egg Hunt planned by YRUU. Fundraiser, and other details to come.
Renter: Hickman High School Pride Prom
YRUU is our high school youth group that meets weekly meeting in the YRUU room on the lower level.
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...
The third Monday Chalice Circle is facilitated by Julia Bonham-Hardy via Zoom.
Memorial service for Carol Brown
This Chalice Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month and is facilitated by Gretchen Maune.
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...
NEW PLAYGROUND PLATFORM & EQUIPMENT is coming soon! We are going to be getting new wooden playground equipment this Spring, but we need YOUR HELP putting it...
YRUU is our high school youth group that meets weekly meeting in the YRUU room on the lower level.
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...
regular meeting, new date for May
Kaleidoscope will meet at 1:30 p.m.
Recent News
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- Rev. Molly’s sabbatical details announced
- “Little Free Pantry” comes to UUCC
- Intern minister shares her Minneapolis experience
- 22 join Water Bearers Society as UUCC turns 75
- Photos from UUCC’s 75th birthday party on Jan. 30
- Facilities Team’s end-of-year report
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