Upcoming Events

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

Gentle Yoga with Karen Dwyer – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Gentle Yoga is offered from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays and from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays (except the first Thursday each month). Additional information is available from Karen, or contact the church office.

Crafting Group – 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays

The crafting group has resumed in-person meetings and now meets from 1 to 3 p.m. every Tuesday in the Greeting Area. The group is recruiting new members and can help with any projects you may have. Beginners are welcome, and there is no hard commitment – come when you can! For more information, email Bonnie Johnson.

Choir Rehearsals – 7 p.m. Wednesdays

The UUCC Choir rehearses weekly in person at church at 7 p.m. Wednesday. For more information, email Director of Music Ministry Violet Vonder Haar.

Living Earth Meditation – 9 a.m. Saturdays starting April 6

Facilitated by Peter Holmes, PhD, and Tricia Straub. Meditation to awaken inter-connection with the earth, ourselves and each other. Sign up to attend by email.

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March events

Non-Toxic Masculinity Men’s Group – 7 p.m. Monday, March 4 – at church

The Non-Toxic Masculinity Group meets in person at church on the first and third Monday each month. For information, email Kevin Fritsche.

Conversations, Etc. – 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 6 – online

Conversations, Etc., the UUCC senior women’s group, will meet via Zoom at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14. We gather together to enjoy the company of women friends. If you would like to join us, email Pam Springsteel.

Junior Youth – 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 8

The Junior Youth Group invites middle schoolers to a movie night! Feel free to suggest a movie and we will put in to a vote (and let parents know in advance what we decide). Bring your favorite movie snack to share! And RSVP by Wednesday, March 6.

Men’s Group – 8:30 a.m. Saturday, March 9 – 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.

Book Discussion Group – 2 p.m. Saturday, March 9 – online and phone

The Book Discussion Group will meet online and by phone at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 to briefly discuss books each has read. The group has now settled on monthly meetings at 2 p.m. on the second Saturday each month. For information email Pam Springsteel.

All-Ages Inclusive Games Afternoon – 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 9

Join us for accessible gaming from 3 to 5 p.m. every second Saturday at the church with games and puzzles appropriate for all ages and abilities, a sensory friendly area, and snacks! Child care will also be provided.

Want to bring your favorite game with you? Please do! We will also provide a number of accessible options.

Sanctuary and Immigrant Justice Team – 1 p.m. Sunday, March 10 – online

Our Sanctuary and Immigrant Justice Team will hold its regular monthly meeting. All are welcome to participate. For more information, email either Team Co-Chair, Allie Gassmann or Dave Gibbons.

Social Action Team – 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 10 – online

Our Social Action Team usually holds its regular monthly meeting on the first Sunday each month, but in March it has been rescheduled to the second Sunday. All are welcome to participate. For information, email the team’s chair, Fred Young.

UUCC Writers Group – 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 16

The 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 – 4 p.m. Saturday, March 16 – at church

Kaleidoscope invites you to celebrate the rebirth of the Earth, bunnies and eggs and Nature courting. Celebrate all things new and joyful and wonderful. Gather with us as we celebrate Ostara, the spring equinox, at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 16 at the church. We will join in ritual, followed by a potluck and friendship. All are welcome, no matter what their personal paths.

Loaves and Fishes – 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, March 17 – Wilkes Blvd. United Methodist Church

The Social Action Team needs volunteers to prepare servings of various dishes and other volunteers to serve the meal and clean up afterward. Volunteers, servers, and cleaners are asked to be at Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church by 3:30 p.m. Cleanup is usually finished by about 5:30 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 information, email Diane Suhler.

Non-Toxic Masculinity Men’s Group – 7 p.m. Monday, March 18 – at church

The Non-Toxic Masculinity Group meets in person at church on the first and third Monday each month. For information, email Kevin Fritsche.

Board of Trustees – 7 p.m. Thursday, March 21

Our Board of Trustees meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday each month. Per church bylaws, church members are welcome to sit in on board meetings. For more information, see the Board Information page.

Men’s Group – 8:30 a.m. Saturday, March 23

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.

Milestones Circle – after worship Sunday, March 24

Older adulthood is a time to take stock of one’s journey and to affirm that which is of most importance. It can be a rich time in the lives of adults- a time when we are often open to new learning and discovery, a time of deepening friendships and relationships, a time of theological reflection as we explore questions of meaning and purpose.

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 usually meets after worship on the fourth Sunday each month in the Centering Room on the lower level of the church. Bring a brown bag lunch and help explore the spirituality in your life!

For more information, contact the church office or Kathie Bergman at 573-999-3938 or by email.

Men’s Group – 8:30 a.m. Saturday, March 23

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.

Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt – noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 30

Join us for our annual Easter Brunch, a fundraiser for the high school youth group! Tickets are $7/person, $25/family. We will have a delicious meal, an egg hunt, and as always, will vote on who will don the bunny costume! Email DRE Jamila Batchelder if you plan to attend. We also welcome food donations to help us in the effort. We will have an online food sign-up on the website in early March.

Honduras Trivia Night – 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 13

At 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 13, the first Trivia Night since 2019 will be held at church. Please come join us for a fun night with good food, 50-50 raffles, a silent auction, prizes and above all a chance to join with others to answer trivia questions. All proceeds will go toward our Honduras trip in March 2025 to build latrines and other needed projects as well as support of the health clinic in El Pital. Stay tuned for more details!

For more information or if you would like to get involved, please email Allie Gassmann.