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. 20, 2026
“Take it to the Water”
Rev. Jordinn Nelson Long and
Rev. Dr. Molly Housh Gordon
The poet John O’Donohue writes: “I would love to live like a river flows, carried by the surprise of its own unfolding.” Join us to ponder what lessons the water of Grindstone Creek can speak into our lives.
Order of Service (when available)
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. 13 Sermon Video
In her sermon on Sept. 13, 2026, Rev. Molly introduced this year's worship theme, "You Are Here – We Are Here."
We will be invited to re-locate ourselves in a time of disorientation, rooting ourselves in place and earth, and to reflect on what it means to deeply connect with and deeply love a place and its people.
Full Sunday Schedule
Sept. 20, 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 – Care Team Meeting
Noon – YRUU
Noon – LGBTQ Collective
12:30 p.m. – Deep Canvass Training
4:30 to 6:45 p.m. – Loaves & Fishes
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Calendar
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8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
6:30 PM - Membership Buddy System Meeting
7:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd & 4th Wednesdays
8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
1:30 PM - Kaleidoscope
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8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
12:00 PM - SIJT Training
8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
12:00 PM - Halloway prep/music set up
2:00 PM - Memorial for: Alex Holloway- Melise
6:00 PM - Native Plants Presentation
6:30 PM - UUCC Book Discussion Group
6:45 PM - Women's Chalice Circle
8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
10:00 AM - Chalice Circle-2nd Wednesday
3:00 PM - Conversations, Etc.
7:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd & 4th Wednesdays
8:15 AM - Columbia Art League Summer Camp
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12:00 AM - Newsletter Submissions Deadline
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11:45 AM - Philosophy Club
12:00 PM - Milestones Circle
12:15 PM - Disability Justice & Inclusion Team
4:00 PM - R.E. Orientation and Community Potluck
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7:00 PM - Chalice Circle-2nd & 4th Tuesdays
11:00 AM - Jobs with Justice
6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
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8:30 AM - Men's Group
12:00 PM - Exploring Radical Neighboring & Mutual Aid
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10:30 AM - Quarterly Leadership Collaborative
12:00 PM - OWL Facilitator Meet up
1:00 PM - Brakhage Memorial
7:00 PM - 20's and 30's Group
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...
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Nancy Browning and the subcommittee of the membership team meet to discuss the buddy system.
This Chalice Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month and is facilitated by Gretchen Maune.
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Kaleidoscope will meet at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, in the Greeting Area.
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Greeting Area- Polling location
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Prep for Halloway memorial.
Renter :The Hawthorne Chapter of the Missouri Native Plants Society (Cindy Squire) meets to make various edibles and home products from native plants. This group...
The group will meet via Zoom on Monday, August 11 at 6:30pm to discuss books briefly each has read. For information contact Pam Springsteel...
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...
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This Chalice Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second Wednesday each month and is facilitated by Jeanne Murphy and Lisa Fritsche.
Conversations, Etc., the UUCC senior women’s group, will meet via Zoom at 3:00 p. m. Wednesday, August 13. We gather together to enjoy the...
This Chalice Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month and is facilitated by Gretchen Maune.
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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...
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...
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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...
New to R.E.? Come to this event and meet new and old R.E. Community and get to know how R.E. works.
Crystal Buffaloe is the facilitator the the Chalice Circle that meets on second Tuesdays (and sometimes fourth Tuesdays).
Moving to Wednesday nights starting September 17th.
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...
After Worship in the Sanctuary Were you inspired by Church President Kim Wade’s sermon about radical neighboring on Aug. 17? Have you been dreaming about...
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...
Group including Rev. Molly.
Potluck and meetup to plan this year's OWL training(s)
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Events on August 11, 2025
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11 Aug 25 @ 8:15 am - 3:15 pm
Lower Level
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11 Aug 25 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
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11 Aug 25 @ 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
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11 Aug 25 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Kitchen-Upper Level
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11 Aug 25 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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11 Aug 25 @ 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm
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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