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, Aug. 2, 2026
Caya Tanski, Lay Leader
"Grief, Praise and Belonging"
Grief is one of love’s deepest expressions. This service is an invitation to mourn what has been/is being lost, to praise the beauty and mystery of our living Earth, and to deepen the sacred bonds that connect us with all life and each other.
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.
July 19 Sermon Video
In his sermon “It Holds Whatever It Is Given” on July 19, 2026, lay leader Ben Schulz said that under capitalism, all things, and even people, are only one step away from becoming trash. The antidote, he said, is to "...hold all or neighbors close – human or not. We can give love and caring to whoever comes before us and show that everyone really is precious...."
Full Sunday Schedule
Aug. 2, 2026
9 a.m. – Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 a.m. – Worship Service
10:30 a.m. – Youth Religious Education
After Worship – Coffee Hour
Noon – First Sunday Potluck
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 - 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 - Mutal Aid
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
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
1:30 PM - Social Action Team
3:00 PM - Columbia Tenants Union
8:00 AM - CAL Summer Camp
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 - Philosophy Club
6:45 PM - Chalice Circle
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6:00 PM - No Gentle Yoga in August
8:00 AM - Missouri Workers Center
10:30 AM - UU Life Writers
4:30 PM - MOSCYPAA
6:30 PM - UUCC Book 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 - LGBTQ Collective
4:00 PM - Loaves & Fishes
3:00 PM - Conversations, Etc.
10:00 AM - No Gentle Yoga in August
8:30 AM - Men's 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
6:00 PM - No Gentle Yoga in August
9:30 AM - MOVE (Renter)
10:00 AM - No Gentle Yoga in August
8:30 AM - Men's Group
11:00 AM - Set up Dawson Event
1:00 PM - Dawson Event
1:15 PM - Threshold Singers Rehearsal
3:00 PM - Clean up Dawson Event
5:00 PM - Ecstatic Dance
9:00 AM - Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 AM - Youth Religious Education
10:30 AM - Worship Service
11:30 AM - Coffee Hour
6:00 PM - No Gentle Yoga in August
10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
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10:00 AM - Gentle Yoga
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
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
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...
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...
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
with Kim Wade and Pack Matthews.
Columbia Art League (Renter) Lower-level spaces and centering room
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...
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...
with Monica (Renter)
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)
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...
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.
Wade Shuette
2nd and 4th Mondays with Larry and Nancy
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...
with Kim Wade and Pack Matthews.
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)...
Ben Carman
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...
Renter
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...
Jes Womack Renter
Meets via zoom to discuss books briefly each has read. For information contact Pam Springsteel.
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.
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...
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 UUCC women's senior group, will meet via zoom. We gather together to enjoy the company of women friends. If you would like to join...
Dirk Birhans Renter
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....
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...
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...
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...
Facilitated by Crystal Buffaloe and Christie Yant
Nikki Peterson Centering Room and two available other rooms for breakout sessions
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
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
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.
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 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 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
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
Events on August 2, 2026
02
Aug
2 Aug 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
02
Aug
2 Aug 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
02
Aug
2 Aug 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
02
Aug
2 Aug 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
02
Aug
2 Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
02
Aug
2 Aug 26 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
02
Aug
2 Aug 26 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
Events on August 9, 2026
09
Aug
9 Aug 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
09
Aug
9 Aug 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
09
Aug
9 Aug 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
09
Aug
9 Aug 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
09
Aug
9 Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
09
Aug
9 Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Sanctuary
09
Aug
9 Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
09
Aug
9 Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Latimer Classroom
09
Aug
9 Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Lower Level-Classroom
Events on August 16, 2026
16
Aug
16 Aug 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
16
Aug
16 Aug 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
16
Aug
16 Aug 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
16
Aug
16 Aug 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
16
Aug
16 Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
16
Aug
16 Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sanctuary
16
Aug
16 Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Sanctuary
16
Aug
16 Aug 26 @ 4:00 pm - 6:15 pm
Events on August 23, 2026
23
Aug
23 Aug 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Fire Circle or Lower Level-Centering Room
23
Aug
23 Aug 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lower Level
23
Aug
23 Aug 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sanctuary
23
Aug
23 Aug 26 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Greeting Area
23
Aug
23 Aug 26 @ 11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Sanctuary
23
Aug
23 Aug 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lower Level-Forum Room/Library
Events on August 29, 2026
29
Aug
29 Aug 26 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am
29
Aug
29 Aug 26 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
29
Aug
29 Aug 26 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
29
Aug
29 Aug 26 @ 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm
Lower Level-Centering Room
29
Aug
29 Aug 26 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Greeting Area and Sanctuary
29
Aug
29 Aug 26 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sanctuary
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