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
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. No experience or RSVP required. Just come join the group and sing.
Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer – Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Gentle Yoga is offered at the church:
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- 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays
- 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays
Effective the week of Sept. 15, Gentle Yoga is no longer offered on Thursday evenings. Additional information is available from Karen Dwyer, or contact the church office.
“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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November events
“Guidebook to the Garden” worship theme workshop – 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7
Join us in the sanctuary from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the first Friday each month from September through May for Guidebook to the Garden, an all-ages workshop to engage the theme of the month with creative prompts. Participants will receive a blank book to fill up with inspiration over the course of the year. For November’s gathering, join us on Friday, Nov. 7 in the Sanctuary from 6:30 to 8 p.m. to make art with the prompt “Survival Is Not A Promise. It is a Memory.”
Men’s Group – 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8 – 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.
Play Area Workday – 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 8
Mark your calendars for family workdays to build our tree-deck play area this fall! We will gather from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 22 when weather allows. If you would like to financially support this playground project, we are still inviting your gifts. You can make a gift at https://uucomo.org/home/stewardship/give/ by selecting Children’s RE Reserved Fund in the dropdown menu.
Writing (and Reading) for Spiritual Sustenance – 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11
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, Nov. 8 – online
The Book Discussion Group will meet via Zoom to briefly discuss books that each has read. For information email Pam Springsteel.
20s and 30s Group – noon Sunday, Nov. 9
The 20s-30s Group meets on the second Sunday each month in the Sanctuary after worship for a lunch and activities. On Nov. 9 the group will have a baked potato bar with russet and sweet potatoes provided by the church – participants are invited to bring their favorite toppings. 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, Nov, 9.
Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East (UUJME) will hold its regular monthly meeting at noon Sunday, Oct. 2. in the Lower Level-Centering Room. If you have questions, email Margaret Tyler, UUJME Chair.
Sanctuary and Immigrant Justice Team – 12:00 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9 – Forum Library
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, Nov. 12 – 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, Nov. 14
At our November meeting, we will be preparing food for the Nov. 16 Loaves and Fishes evening meal. RSVP by Wednesday, Nov. 12. Look for an email about how you can donate ingredients and/or volunteer to drop off food on Nov. 16.
Play Area Workday – 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15
Mark your calendars for family workdays to build our tree-deck play area this fall! We will gather from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 22 when weather allows. If you would like to financially support this playground project, we are still inviting your gifts. You can make a gift at https://uucomo.org/home/stewardship/give/ by selecting Children’s RE Reserved Fund in the dropdown menu.
Life Writers Group – 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15
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.
UUJME Chili Supper Fundraiser – 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15
On Saturday, Nov. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m., Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East (UUJME) will hold its annual fundraiser Chili Supper to help Palestinian children who are struggling with the effects of war, famine and loss. Everyone is welcome, including families with young children. The chili supper is free for everyone, but donations are welcome and will go directly to the Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF). There will be a short program at about 7 p.m. If you would like to help by donating chili or sides, or in some other way, please email Margaret Tyler or text Win Scott at 573-823-8400. Please plan to join us for this fun event and great cause. Please register here.
LGBTQ Collective – Noon Sunday, Nov. 15
The LGBTQ Collective meets on the third Sunday each month after worship. If you have questions, email Heidi Shearer.
Loaves & Fishes – 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16
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, Nov. 20
Our Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20. Per church bylaws, church members are welcome to attend and observe board meetings.
Music and Variety Show – 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21
The annual UUCC Music and Variety Show will take place at church from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, Music Director Violet Vonder Haar has announced. The event will be an opportunity to come together in community and showcase the many talents within our congregation. Members (and non-members) of all abilities and talents are invited to participate. Whether you have a song you’d like to share, a story or poem you’d like to recite, or even a choreographed dance, you are welcome and encouraged to sign up. There will be a 5-7 minute time limit for each performer. All ages are welcome to participate. Sign up here by Nov. 16 to be included! There will be a $5-20 suggested donation, with all proceeds going toward the UUCC music program.
Men’s Group – 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22 – 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.
Play Area Workday – 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22
Mark your calendars for family workdays to build our tree-deck play area this fall! We will gather from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 22 when weather allows. If you would like to financially support this playground project, we are still inviting your gifts. You can make a gift at https://uucomo.org/home/stewardship/give/ by selecting Children’s RE Reserved Fund in the dropdown menu.
Milestones Circle – noon Sunday, Nov. 23
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 Nov. 23 Milestones Circle will be reflecting on this topic: “What makes life meaningful for you?” For more information, contact Kathie Bergman by email.
Disability Justice and Inclusion Team – 12:15 p.m. Sunday, Nov.23
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.
“Friendsgiving” Potluck – 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28
The UUCC Care Team will host a Potluck Friendsgiving the Friday after Thanksgiving. All are welcome for friendship and food! The church will be providing turkey and tofurkey, and the rest of the meal will be potluck style. Join us Friday, Nov. 28. We’ll enjoy our meal from 2 to 3 p.m., with time before and after for setup, and cleanup. RSVP here so we have an accurate head count, and plan to bring a dish or two with an ingredient list so we have enough food for all.
Men’s Group – 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29 – 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.
Honduras Ministry Trivia Night Fundraiser – 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29
The UUCC Honduras Ministry has scheduled its annual Trivia Night Fundraiser for our partner projects in Honduras at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 29 at church. Besides trivia fun in seven-person teams, the evening will feature a chili/soup cook-off for a chance to win bragging rights, 50-50 games, and a silent auction. Childcare will be provided. All proceeds will go to support the El Pital, Honduras Health Clinic as well as latrine-building and other partner projects in Honduras. Early-bird tickets are $25. Tickets will be $30 at the door, or $15 for students. Tickets will be on sale before and after worship on Nov. 9 and 16 and at the door. For more information, email Allie Gassmann.
