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, June 7, 2026
Potluck Brunch Church at Shepard Park
Join us for church in Shepard Park next door to the church. We have the shelter reserved for a potluck brunch picnic. Please bring your potluck dishes directly to the park, and we also recommend bringing camp chairs and picnic blankets. The “service” will consist of eating, chatting, playground play, and enjoying one another’s company. There will be no online church. The rain location will be the sanctuary.
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.
May 24 Sermon Video
Anna McAnnally kicked off our summer "That’ll Preach" Lay Preaching Series on May 24, 2026 with a sermon titled "The Unitarian Universalist Land of Oz." She explored how the 14 Wizard of Oz books can help survive authoritarianism by channeling children's ideas about the way things should be, allowing us to hold onto optimism while learning and planning for a better world.
Full Sunday Schedule
June 7, 2026
9 a.m. – Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 a.m. – Worship Service – Potluck
Brunch at Shepard Park
10:30 a.m. – Youth Religious Education –
Fun at Shepard Park
After Worship – Coffee Hour
1:30 p.m. – Social Action Team
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
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
10:30 AM - UU Life Writers
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.
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...
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...
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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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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...
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...
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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
- Faith-to-Action nominations open until July 1
- Plans announced for minister’s sabbatical
- Church leaders’ May messages
- SIJT announces fundraising results for Rapid Response Fund
- RE Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon set May 31
- Scenes from the April 26 Volunteer Fair and Free Market
- Intern Minister will be ordained at UUCC on Saturday, May 16
- President explains church siding replacement project
- “Little Free Pantry” comes to UUCC
- Intern minister shares her Minneapolis experience
Featured News
Faith-to-Action nominations
requested by July 1
The UUCC Social Action Team is requesting nominations for Faith-to-Action collection recipients for September 2026 through August 2027. Nominations submitted by July 1 will receive priority consideration.
Faith-to-Action Nomination Form
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