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
9:00 AM - Forum Discussion Group
9:00 AM - Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
12:00 PM - YRUU
12:00 PM - R.E. Volunteer Appreciation Lunch
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
9:00 AM - Forum Discussion Group
9:00 AM - Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
12:00 PM - First Sunday Potluck
12:00 PM - YRUU
1:30 PM - Social Action Team
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
3:00 PM - Conversations, Etc.
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
7:00 PM - Choir Rehearsal
7:00 PM - Chalice Circle
8:30 AM - Men's Group
8:30 AM - Alpha Kappa
1:15 PM - Threshold Singers Rehearsal
2:00 PM - Writing/Reading for Spiritual Sustenance
5:30 PM - Young Adults Pool Party
9:00 AM - Forum Discussion Group
9:00 AM - Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
12:00 PM - Sanctuary & Immigrant Justice Team
12:00 PM - 20s-30s Group
12:00 PM - UUJME
12:00 PM - Reserved for Youth events
12:00 PM - YRUU
8:00 AM - CAL Summer Camp
1:00 PM - Crafting Group
6:30 PM - Song Circle with Violet
7:00 PM - Board of Trustees
10:30 AM - UU Life Writers
1:15 PM - Threshold Singers Rehearsal
2:00 PM - Kaleidoscope
5:00 PM - TCP Game Night
9:00 AM - Forum Discussion Group
9:00 AM - Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
12:00 PM - Care Team Meeting
12:00 PM - LGBTQ Collective
12:00 PM - YRUU
12:00 PM - LGBTQ Collective
4:00 PM - Loaves & Fishes
8:00 AM - CAL Summer Camp
1:00 PM - Crafting Group
6:30 PM - Song Circle with Violet
7:00 PM - Chalice Circle
9:00 AM - Forum Discussion Group
9:00 AM - Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
11:45 AM - Philosophy Club
12:00 PM - Milestones Circle
12:00 PM - YRUU
12:00 PM - Mutal Aid
12:15 PM - Disability Justice & Inclusion Team
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
The Forum Discussion Group meets at 9 a.m. most Sundays (except holiday weekends) from September through May in the Lower Level-Forum Room/Library. Program plans for...
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...
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.
YRUU (Young Religious Unitarian Universalists) is our church’s high school youth group. It is open to all high school age teens, including those whose families...
For R. E. Volunteers and their families. RSVP to Jamila
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 Wednesdays Additional information may...
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...
The Crafting Group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday from September through May in the Greeting Area. The group is recruiting new members...
The Jazz Rep Lab meets in the UUCC Sanctuary on the first Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.. All are welcome, at...
May 14-June 25 inside at church or outside locations TBD
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 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...
Julie Youmans
The Forum Discussion Group meets at 9 a.m. most Sundays (except holiday weekends) from September through May in the Lower Level-Forum Room/Library. Program plans for...
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...
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.
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...
YRUU (Young Religious Unitarian Universalists) is our church’s high school youth group. It is open to all high school age teens, including those whose families...
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...
Conversations, Etc. 3:00 p. m. Second Wednesdays group, will meet via Zoom at 3:00 p. m. We gather together to enjoy the company...
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 Wednesdays Additional information may...
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 Gretchen Maune
The Crafting Group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday from September through May in the Greeting Area. The group is recruiting new members...
May 14-June 25 inside at church or outside locations TBD
Facilitated by Patty Daus and Jordan Alexander
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 Junior Youth Group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Friday each month, September-May.
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 Monica (Renter)
Julie Youmans
Join us monthly from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on the second Saturday each month to listen to the “still small voice within” and to write...
Lake of the woods pool
The Forum Discussion Group meets at 9 a.m. most Sundays (except holiday weekends) from September through May in the Lower Level-Forum Room/Library. Program plans for...
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...
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.
The Sanctuary and Immigrant Justice Team was formed in 2016 in response to an administration that was threatening to deport any and all migrants, including...
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...
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...
Middle schoolers gather on second and fourth Sundays to play Dungeons and Dragons. Reserved for their future use.
YRUU (Young Religious Unitarian Universalists) is our church’s high school youth group. It is open to all high school age teens, including those whose families...
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...
Columbia Art League (Renter) Centering Room and other lower spaces
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...
Columbia Art League (Renter) Centering Room and other lower spaces
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...
Columbia Art League (Renter) Centering Room and other lower spaces
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 Wednesdays Additional information may...
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...
Columbia Art League (Renter) Centering Room and other lower spaces
The Crafting Group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday from September through May in the Greeting Area. The group is recruiting new members...
May 14-June 25 inside at church or outside locations TBD
The UUCC Board of Trustees meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday each month in the Greeting Area at church and also via Zoom....
Columbia Art League (Renter) Centering Room and other lower spaces
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 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...
Julie Youmans
with Barbara Carter
Game night with Austin and the Center Project.
The Forum Discussion Group meets at 9 a.m. most Sundays (except holiday weekends) from September through May in the Lower Level-Forum Room/Library. Program plans for...
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...
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.
The group has several areas we are focusing on: Meals; After a birth, surgery or illness, etc. Rides; To church, medical appointments, etc. Memorial Services;...
The LGBTQ Collective meets after worship on the third Sunday each month.
YRUU (Young Religious Unitarian Universalists) is our church’s high school youth group. It is open to all high school age teens, including those whose families...
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...
Columbia Art League (Renter) Centering Room and other lower spaces
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...
Columbia Art League (Renter) Centering Room and other lower spaces
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...
Facilitated by Crystal Buffaloe and Christie Yant
Columbia Art League (Renter) Centering Room and other lower spaces
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 Wednesdays Additional information may...
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...
Columbia Art League (Renter) Centering Room and other lower spaces
The Crafting Group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday from September through May in the Greeting Area. The group is recruiting new members...
May 14-June 25 inside at church or outside locations TBD
meets in members homes. Facilitated by Julie and Greg Baka
Columbia Art League (Renter) Centering Room and other lower spaces
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...
Julie Youmans
The Forum Discussion Group meets at 9 a.m. most Sundays (except holiday weekends) from September through May in the Lower Level-Forum Room/Library. Program plans for...
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...
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.
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...
YRUU (Young Religious Unitarian Universalists) is our church’s high school youth group. It is open to all high school age teens, including those whose families...
with the FOWF Team
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...
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 Wednesdays Additional information may...
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...
The Crafting Group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday from September through May in the Greeting Area. The group is recruiting new members...
The Jazz Rep Lab meets in the UUCC Sanctuary on the first Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.. All are welcome, at...
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 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...
Julie Youmans
Events on May 31, 2026
31
May
31 May 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:15 am
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
31
May
31 May 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
31
May
31 May 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
31
May
31 May 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
31
May
31 May 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
31
May
31 May 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-YRUU Room
31
May
31 May 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
Events on June 7, 2026
07
Jun
7 Jun 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:15 am
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
07
Jun
7 Jun 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
07
Jun
7 Jun 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
07
Jun
7 Jun 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
07
Jun
7 Jun 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
07
Jun
7 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
07
Jun
7 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-YRUU Room
07
Jun
7 Jun 26 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Events on June 14, 2026
14
Jun
14 Jun 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:15 am
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
14
Jun
14 Jun 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
14
Jun
14 Jun 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
14
Jun
14 Jun 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
14
Jun
14 Jun 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
14
Jun
14 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
14
Jun
14 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Sanctuary
14
Jun
14 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
14
Jun
14 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Latimer Classroom
14
Jun
14 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-YRUU Room
Events on June 21, 2026
21
Jun
21 Jun 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:15 am
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
21
Jun
21 Jun 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
21
Jun
21 Jun 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
21
Jun
21 Jun 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
21
Jun
21 Jun 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
21
Jun
21 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
21
Jun
21 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sanctuary
21
Jun
21 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-YRUU Room
21
Jun
21 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Sanctuary
21
Jun
21 Jun 26 @ 4:00 pm - 6:15 pm
Events on June 28, 2026
28
Jun
28 Jun 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:15 am
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
28
Jun
28 Jun 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
28
Jun
28 Jun 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
28
Jun
28 Jun 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
28
Jun
28 Jun 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
28
Jun
28 Jun 26 @ 11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Sanctuary
28
Jun
28 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
28
Jun
28 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-YRUU Room
28
Jun
28 Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Barton Classroom
28
Jun
28 Jun 26 @ 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
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