This page provides more information about upcoming events than may appear on the Church Calendar or elsewhere. In-person gatherings inside the church building must be scheduled with the Church Administrator. Masks are now optional but welcome. See the Church Groups page for more information about particular groups. See the Weekly News Update for more events. Check the Zoom Links page for the links to join online meetings below. For events and meetings not listed here, contact the team leader for information.
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Weekly and bi-weekly recurring events
Choir Rehearsals – 7 p.m. Wednesdays
The UUCC Choir rehearses at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the Sanctuary. If you are interested in joining the choir, click the button below to learn more and to sign up.
Choir Info & Signup
Crafting Group – 1 p.m. Thursdays
The crafting group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday in the Greeting Area from September through May. For more information, email Bonnie Johnson.
Sacred Song Circle with Violet Vonder Haar- 6:30 p.m. Thursdays
Join Violet for group singing at UUCC and other locations. No experience or RSVP is required – just come join the group and sing. Sign up here to join the email list. The Sacred Songs program is co-sponsored by UUCC and Compass Inc. For questions, contact Violet by email.
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer – Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Gentle Yoga is offered at the church:
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- 10 to 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays
- 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays
“Coming Back to Life” – 9 a.m. Saturdays
A collaborative program of UUCC and two other faith groups will offer a “Coming Back to Life” series of programs on Saturday mornings from November through March with a theme of “Empowerment in the Fact of Planetary Suffering.” UUCC members and friends are invited to share their care for the earth and engage in relational and earth mindfulness practices in these sessions that will take place from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturdays beginning Nov. 1.
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- “Living Earth Dialogos” will take place on first and third Saturdays at Show Me Dharma, 1600 East Broadway. Read more about what is planned.
- “The Work that Reconnects” will take place on second and fourth Saturdays at UUCC. Read more about what will be covered.
You can sign up for these programs and ask questions by emailing livingearth1400@gmail.com. The sponsors are UUCC, Show Me Dharma and Columbia Friends Meeting.
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February events
Guidebook to the Garden – 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6
Join us the first Friday of each month during this church year for “Guidebook to the Garden,“ an all-ages workshop to engage the worship theme of the month with creative prompts. You’ll get a blank book to fill up with inspiration over the course of the first year. Come get inspired with us!
Life Writer’s Group – 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7
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 the church. For questions email Mary Herde.
20s and 30s Group – noon Sunday, Feb. 8
The 20s-30s Group meets on the second Sunday each month in the Sanctuary after worship for a potluck lunch and activities. All UUs and visitors in their 20s and 30s are warmly welcomed. Please email Rev. Molly to request childcare or ask any questions!
Community Economies Workshop-Part B – noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8
Our visiting scholar, the Rev. Jordinn Nelson Long, has returned to UUCC for her research project on thriving progressive faith communities. The first part of her “Community Economies Workshop” took place after potluck on Feb. 1. The second part of the workshop is scheduled from noon to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 8. Lunch will be provided. Rev. Long’s research explores the role of progressive faith communities like UUCC as a site of alternate economy, counter-cultural mutuality and community-building.
UUJME – noon Sunday, Feb. 8
Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East (UUJME) will meet in the Minister’s Office. The group will be making plans for the coming year. If you have questions, email Margaret Tyler, UUJME Chair.
Sanctuary and Immigrant Justice Team – noon Sunday, Feb. 8
The Sanctuary and Immigrant Justice Team will hold its regular monthly meeting. All are welcome to participate. For more information, email either of the team’s co-chairs, Allie Gassmann or Dave Gibbons.
Conversations, Etc. – 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb, 11 – online
Conversations, Etc., the UUCC senior women’s group, will meet via Zoom. We gather together to enjoy the company of women friends. If you would like to join us, email Pam Springsteel.
Junior Youth Group – 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13
At the February Junior Youth meeting, the youth will be baking and exchanging valentine’s day cookies. Youth should bring the ingredients for a sweet treat they can prepare in about an hours time, and a mixing bowl! RSVP by Wednesday, Feb. 11.
Valentine’s Day All-Ages Dance – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14
Join us for our annual Valentine’s Day Dance, hosted by our high school youth group. Fun, family-friendly dance with good music and tasty snacks and lots of silly dancing! You do not want to miss it! The youth group will be collecting donations of any amount for their favorite charity (TBD).
Men’s Group – 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 – online
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 573-864-8574 or by email.
Writing (and Reading) for Spiritual Sustenance – 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14
Join us at church from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on the second Saturday each month to listen to the “still small voice within” and to write in response. We are a group of writers of all genres (journaling totally counts), levels of experience, and interests. We set aside time to read poetry together, share writing prompts related to the spiritual theme of the month or work on our own projects – and also share with one another in affirmation.
Book Discussion Group – 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 – online
The Book Discussion Group will meet via Zoom to briefly discuss books that each has read. For information email Pam Springsteel.
LGBTQ Collective – noon Sunday, Feb. 15
The LGBTQ Collective meets on the third Sunday each month after worship. Childcare will be provided. If you have questions, email Heidi Shearer. Want to be a part of an upcoming book read within the collective over the winter time? If you have a suggestion for a great book for the LGBTQ Collective to read and discuss, please send recommendations to Heidi.
Care Team – noon Sunday, Feb. 15
Our Care Team will hold its regular monthly meeting at noon Sunday, Feb 15. All are welcome to participate. For more information, email the Care Team.
Loaves & Fishes – 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15
Our Social Action Team needs volunteers to prepare servings of various dishes and other volunteers to serve the meal and clean up afterward. The location of Loaves and Fishes is the Ashley Street Center, 1509 Ashley St., behind the city power plant (view map). The meal time is 4:30 p.m. Both the volunteers providing food and those who will serve and clean up are asked to be at the Ashley Street Center between 4 and 4:15 p.m. Cleanup is expected to be complete by about 6:15 p.m. Please sign up here. You can also support this effort by making a donation to the church specifying “Loaves and Fishes Fund.” For more information, email Fred Young or Gregg Suhler.
Board of Trustees – 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19
Our Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19. Per church bylaws, church members are welcome to attend and observe board meetings.
Life Writer’s Group – 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb 21
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 the church. For questions email Mary Herde.
Finding Our Way Forward Team – noon Sunday, Feb. 22
The Finding Our Way Forward Team, consisting of James Gordon, Dottie Mathews, Lindsey Saunders, Mark Price and Kim Wade, meets on the fourth Sunday of each month after worship. All are welcome to participate.
Milestones Circle – Noon Sunday, Feb. 22
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 UU setting. The group meets each month on the fourth Sunday after the worship service in the Forum Room/Library on the lower level of the church. Bring a brown bag lunch and help explore the spirituality in your life. Milestones materials are available here. The Feb. 22 topic will be “Reflecting on Your Personality.” For more information, contact Kathie Bergman by email.
Disability Justice and Inclusion Team – 12:15 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22
The Disability Justice and Inclusion Team (DJIT) meets on the 4th Sunday of each month in the Centering Room and via Zoom. DJIT contacts are Gretchen Maune and Marcie Brennan.
The Finding Our Way Forward Team plans another “Dinner and Book Club” on Friday evening, Feb/ 27. A communal meal will be prepared. Cooking will start at 5:30 p.m. You can come then to help cook or arrive at 6:30 with your appetite and curiosity. RSVP and ask questions by email to the FOWF Team. Childcare will be provided if requested.
Men’s Group – 8:30 a.m. Feb. 28 – online
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 573-864-8574 or by email.
