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
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.
Oct. 4 Sermon Video
In his sermon "Fearless and Fearful Movement" on October 4, 2026, guest preacher Eden Johnson said he defines courage as the act of taking what is true and giving it voice despite our fear. He explored "what is true," how that truth is in tension with fear, and how to navigate the edge between courageous action and fear in ourselves, our beloveds and our greater communities.
Full Sunday Schedule
Oct. 11, 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 – Philosophy Club
Noon –Sanctuary & Immigrant Justice Team
Calendar
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
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M
T
W
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F
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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
12:15 PM - Disability Justice & Inclusion Team
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
6:00 PM - Columbia Tenants Union
6:30 PM - Jazz Rep Lab
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
1:15 PM - Threshold Singers Rehearsal
9:00 AM - Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
8:00 AM - CAL Summer Camp
3:00 PM - Conversations, Etc.
6:00 PM - Tallgrass Collective
6:30 PM - Tiny Gardens Everywhere
8:30 AM - Men's Group
10:30 AM - UU Life Writers
1:15 PM - Threshold Singers Rehearsal
2:00 PM - Writing/Reading for Spiritual Sustenance
2:00 PM - Care Team Meal Making
5:00 PM - Private Event
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 - Reserved for Youth events
12:00 PM - Philosophy Club
10:30 AM - UU Life Writers
12:00 PM - Show up canvas training
1:15 PM - Threshold Singers Rehearsal
4:30 PM - MOSCYPAA
5:00 PM - TCP Game Night
6:00 PM - 20's-30's 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
4:30 PM - Loaves & Fishes
8:30 AM - Men's Group
8:30 AM - Men's Group
10:30 AM - UU Life Writers
1:15 PM - Threshold Singers Rehearsal
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 - Finding Our Way Forward
12:15 PM - Disability Justice & Inclusion Team
8:00 AM - CAL Summer Camp
10:30 AM - UU Life Writers
1:00 PM - Private Memorial
1:15 PM - Threshold Singers Rehearsal
2:00 PM - Kaleidoscope
5:30 PM - Ecstatic Dance
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...
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...
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...
Julie Youmans
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.
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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...
Meeting at the home of Nancy Browning.
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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...
Dirk Burhans
with Kim Wade and Pack Matthews.
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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 First Thursdays)...
Ruth Milledge
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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 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
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...
with Mark Price
James Cutts
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...
Middle schoolers gather on second and fourth Sundays to play Dungeons and Dragons. Reserved for their future use.
Wade Shuette
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
Missouri Foundation for Health Evonnia Woods
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) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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) Lower-level spaces and centering room
Medical Skill training
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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 First Thursdays)...
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) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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...
Vera Elwwod
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...
Krista Murray
Julie Youmans
Jes Womack Renter
Game night with Austin and the Center Project.
firepit reservation Rayvn Smith
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;...
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...
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) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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) Lower-level spaces and centering room
with Kim Wade and Pack Matthews.
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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 First Thursdays)...
meets in members homes. Facilitated by Julie and Greg Baka
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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 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 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
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...
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...
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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) Lower-level spaces and centering room
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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...
Scout Gibson
Julie Youmans
with Barbara Carter
Events on June 28, 2026
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 @ 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Events on July 11, 2026
11
Jul
11 Jul 26 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am
11
Jul
11 Jul 26 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
11
Jul
11 Jul 26 @ 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
11
Jul
11 Jul 26 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Greeting Area
11
Jul
11 Jul 26 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Kitchen-Upper Level
11
Jul
11 Jul 26 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
Events on July 12, 2026
12
Jul
12 Jul 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
12
Jul
12 Jul 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
12
Jul
12 Jul 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
12
Jul
12 Jul 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
12
Jul
12 Jul 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
12
Jul
12 Jul 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Sanctuary
12
Jul
12 Jul 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Latimer Classroom
12
Jul
12 Jul 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Lower Level-Classroom
Events on July 18, 2026
18
Jul
18 Jul 26 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
18
Jul
18 Jul 26 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
18
Jul
18 Jul 26 @ 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
18
Jul
18 Jul 26 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
18
Jul
18 Jul 26 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
18
Jul
18 Jul 26 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Fire Circle
Events on July 19, 2026
19
Jul
19 Jul 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
19
Jul
19 Jul 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
19
Jul
19 Jul 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
19
Jul
19 Jul 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
19
Jul
19 Jul 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
19
Jul
19 Jul 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Sanctuary
19
Jul
19 Jul 26 @ 4:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Events on July 26, 2026
26
Jul
26 Jul 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
26
Jul
26 Jul 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
26
Jul
26 Jul 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
26
Jul
26 Jul 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
26
Jul
26 Jul 26 @ 11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Sanctuary
26
Jul
26 Jul 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
26
Jul
26 Jul 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Barton Classroom
26
Jul
26 Jul 26 @ 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Events on August 1, 2026
01
Aug
1 Aug 26 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
01
Aug
1 Aug 26 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
01
Aug
1 Aug 26 @ 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
01
Aug
1 Aug 26 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
01
Aug
1 Aug 26 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Sanctuary
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