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 recurring events
Minister’s Office Hours
Office hours are by appointment only from June 13 through Aug. 14, 2025. Schedule an appointment online. If you can’t find a time that fits your schedule, email Rev. Molly and she may be able to work you in at a different time.
Regularly scheduled office hours will resume Aug. 15 as follows:
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- 2:30 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays at church.
- 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays at Uprise Bakery downtown.
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Gentle Yoga is offered:
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- 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays
- 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first Thursday each month)
Additional information is available from Karen Dwyer, or contact the church office.
Living Earth Meditation – 9 a.m. Saturdays
Living Earth Meditation takes place at 9 a.m. Saturdays at 1400 Gary St. It is facilitated by Peter Holmes, Ph.D., Jared Belden, M.A., and Tricia Straub. Sign up to attend by email. During cold weather months, the Living Earth Study Group meets on first and third Saturdays from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Show-Me Dharma, 1600 West Broadway. It is facilitated by Peter Holmes, Ph.D. and Jared Belden, M.A. Sign up to attend by email. The meditation and study group programs are a joint project of UUCC, the Columbia Friends Meeting and Show-Me Dharma.
June events
Social Action Team – 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 1 – online
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 the team’s chair, Fred Young.
Conversations Etc. – 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 4 – 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.
Life Writer’s Group – 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 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, June 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!
UUJME – noon Sunday, June 8
Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East (UUJME) will hold a regular meeting at noon Sunday, June 8, in the Lower Level-Centering Room. For more information email UUJME Chair Margaret Tyler.
Sanctuary and Immigrant Justice Team – 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 8
The Sanctuary and Immigrant Justice Team will hold its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. All are welcome to participate. For more information, email either of the team’s co-chairs, Allie Gassmann or Dave Gibbons.
Newcomer Retreat – 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, June 8
The Membership Team‘s next “Getting to Know UU” Newcomer Retreat will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, June 8. If you are considering becoming a member of the UUCC, we strongly encourage you to attend. Retreat participants will learn about Unitarian Universalism and our own church, connect with newcomers, dine with UUCC members/friends, and share a bit of their stories. Register here by June 1. For more information, see the How to Join page.
UUCC members, friends, and those who have previously attended a retreat or new member class are encouraged to bring a dish (please list ingredients) and meet the newcomers starting at 6 pm. Register here by June 1.
Childcare is available with a registration. For questions email the Membership Team.
Book Discussion Group – 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 9 – online
The Book Discussion Group will meet to briefly via Zoom discuss books that each has read. For information email Pam Springsteel.
Men’s Group – 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 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 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 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.
LGBTQ Collective – noon Sunday, June 15
The next LGBTQ collective meeting is scheduled immediately after worship on Sunday, June 15. Come play a board game and celebrate Pride Month. Childcare will be provided. Please email Heidi Shearer with any questions or to request childcare.
Loaves and Fishes – 4 p.m. Sunday, June 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, June 19
Our Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 19. Per church bylaws, church members are welcome to attend and observe board meetings.
Art GroUUp – 6:30 to 8 p.m., Friday, June 20
If you love art and making connections, the new Art GroUUp is looking for you! We will be meeting at the church from 6:30 to 8 p.m. every third Friday of the month. Meetings may include BYO craft nights, art therapy prompts related to monthly sermon topics, collaborative creations to beautify the church, and service projects. Open to all skill levels and experience!
Life Writer’s Group – 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 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.
Kaleidoscope Pagan Gathering – 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21
Join Kaleidoscope at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21, as we celebrate Litha, the summer Solstice. The longest day and the shortest night are here. The Sun stands in his glory and full strength. Glory with him, this bringer of warmth, light, and hope.
We will join in ritual, followed by a finger food potluck and friendship. All are welcome, no matter what their personal paths. For more information, email Kaleidoscope leaders.
Milestones Circle – noon Sunday, June 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. For more information, contact Kathie Bergman at 573-999-3938 or by email.
Men’s Group – 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 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.