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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Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
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W
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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
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6:00 PM - Gentle Yoga
11:00 AM - Connie O. private event
12:00 PM - R.E. Team Building & Training
19
9:30 AM - Board Retreat
21
6:45 PM - Chalice Circle
23
7:00 PM - Choir Rehearsal
26
11:45 AM - Philosophy Club
12:00 PM - Milestones Circle
12:15 PM - Disability Justice & Inclusion Team
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7:00 PM - Choir Rehearsal
2:00 PM - Membership Team Meeting
8:30 AM - Carla Anderson Memorial Service
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)
renter
The team's regular online meeting.
with Jeanne Murphy and Lisa Fritsche
Conversations, Etc. 3:00 p. m. Wednesday, September 10 online Conversations, Etc., the UUCC senior women’s group, will meet via Zoom at 3:00 p. m. Wednesday,...
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...
Moving to Wednesday nights starting next week on September 17th!
UUCC Book Discussion 6:30p. m. Saturday, September 13– online The group will meet via Zoom on Saturday 13 at 6:30pm to discuss books briefly each...
Join DRE Jamila to prepare for the year in R.E. with your fellow volunteer teachers. Centering, Barton, and Potter-lower level
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...
optional in person coffee hour the 1st Monday. With Julia Bonham-Hardy
Fighting Authoritarianism with Carol Sattler
September 16, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monica Clark- Robinson
Launch of field team to overturn redistricting. Renter
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...
renter meeting
2nd and 4th Mondays with Larry and Nancy
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...
Ene Chippendale action meeting for the November ballot. Statewide event enec@focusonlearningcenter.com Abortion Action MO Our vote is once again under attack! We cannot allow...
with Violet Vonder haar No experience necessary, all welcome! For this date the circle will be outside!
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...
YRUU gathers in the whole building for their regular overnight.
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...
Monica Miller (Renter)
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...
with Patty Daus. Planning October newcomers retreat.
and luncheon. Service starts at 10:00 a.m.
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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