Message from Jon
Unitarian Universalist organizations led by People of Color have endorsed the proposed 8th UU Principle. They have asked individual UU congregations to adopt it as a way of demonstrating a commitment to anti-racism. ON...
Author: UUC Staff
Wednesday Forum on Great Decisions 2022
Wednesday, February 2, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. via Zoom and in the Knatvold room at UUC The Wednesday Forum’s first session on the Foreign Policy Association’s Great Decisions 2022 program will consider Biden’s Agenda. The session...
Mid-Year Major Financial Trends
At the special congregational meeting on Sunday, January 30, at 1:00 p.m., the following points related to the financial activities of the church at the midpoint of the programming year (July 2021 to June...
An 8th Principle Invitation
The UUC 8th Principle Process Team invites all UUC members to join us this Sunday, January 30, in voting ‘yes’ on the adoption of the proposed 8th UU Principle at our Special Congregational Meeting....
Interweave
Friday, February 4, 7–8 p.m. via Zoom We want to invite you to the next Interweave gathering on Friday, February 4. Please join us as we gather every two months to connect in community....
Pages from the UUC Bookstore
The Bookstore will be closed after second service on January 30 so everyone can get home and Zoom up in advance of the 1 p.m. Special Congregational Meeting. Stop in between services and check...
Next Sunday
January 30, 9:30 and 11:15 a.m., in-person and live stream Rev. Jon Luopa will lead the service. Music by Holly Eckert-Lewis, violin; and Dwight Beckmeyer, piano. Special Congregational Meeting (online only) at 1 p.m. Click here...
Interfaith Justice Team Meeting
Monday, January 24, 7–8:30 p.m. via Zoom The Interfaith Justice Team is currently focusing on antisemitism and associated hate crimes. At this month’s meeting Elizabeth Leber will be doing a reflection concerning the hate...
Vespers: Spiritual Practices
Tuesday, January 25, 7–8 p.m. in Nathan Johnson Hall Awaken spirit through creative and contemplative spiritual practices. For Vespers: Spiritual Practices we will gather to engage a variety of spiritual practices for centering, reflection,...
Sunday Morning
Join us on for one of our Sunday morning services, at either 9:30 or 11:15 a.m., either in-person or live–streamed. Accessing Sunday Services Online The worship services are available via live stream* at 9:30...
Elementary and World Religions Moving Inside
Sunday, January 23, 11:15 a.m. in Alcott and Channing Melody Moberg, Director of Family Ministry Throughout the fall, UUC’s Family Ministry program hosted outdoor Elementary and World Religions (grades 6–7) classes at 11:15 a.m....
Building and Office Hours: By Appointment Only
As we accommodate staff who must isolate to protect their health or in response to pandemic safety protocols, UUC will be open by appointment only for the time being. Please call make an appointment...
Message from the Board
On January 30, 2022 the congregation will vote on whether to adopt the proposed 8th UU Principle. The Board of Trustees has endorsed its adoption but understands that some congregants have reservations. In 2020...
This Sunday
January 23, 9:30 and 11:15 a.m., in-person and live stream Rev. Jon Luopa will open the service. Rev. Beth Chronister will give her final sermon before heading off on her sabbatical: “Reflections on Pilgrimage.” Music...
Exploring UU Class in February
Saturdays, February 12 & 19, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. in Knatvold, by registration Learn about Unitarian Universalism (UU) and University Unitarian Church (UUC) through Exploring UU, an introductory course. Our next class will be in...
Art Exhibit: Solace & Solitude
Sunday, January 23, 1–3 p.m. reception in the UUC Chapel Adetola Abatan is an emerging arts leader in Seattle who uses colors, patterns, and texture to illustrate the various shades of solitude we have...
Economic Justice Team Meeting
Sunday, January 23, 12:30–2:00 p.m. via Zoom We will be organizing for advocacy during the short session of the Washington State legislature, focusing on bills related to low- and middle-income housing, the state’s long...
In the Larger Community: Online Anti-Racism Learning Circles
Beginning the second week of February, via Zoom Organized by the First Unitarian Church of Portland’s Racial Justice Action Group You are invited to join Anti-Racism Learning Circles starting in February. Since it’s on...
Lay Leadership Opportunities at UUC
Application deadline: March 1 The Leadership Development Committee (LDC) is currently seeking candidates for several lay leadership positions. From the applications received, the LDC will select a slate of candidates to present to the...
Pages from the UUC Bookstore
Yes, we’re still open despite the coffee-less coffee hours. Stop in and check out these acquisitions: Welcoming the Unwelcome, by Pema Chödrön. Although this book was published in 2019, the chapters are highly resonant...
Waking Up White: Final Book Discussion
Wednesday, January 19, 7–8:30 p.m. via Zoom Sponsored by UUC’s Antiracism Study Group As part of UUC’s discernment process about what it means to be an antiracist congregation, UUC’s Antiracism Study Group offered Waking...
Wednesday Forum To Reconvene for Great Decisions
Alternate Wednesdays, beginning January 19, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. via Zoom The Wednesday Forum will reconvene through May to discuss Great Decisions 2022, an annual, long-standing, thought-provoking program of the Foreign Policy Association. This year’s program...
Judy Bedell Memorial Rescheduled
Due to pandemic related concerns, the family has decided to delay the memorial service for Judy Bedell until July 16 at 2:00 p.m.
Listening to Understand Our Friends Who Don’t Support the Proposed 8th Principle
Sunday, January 16, between services (10:30–11:15 a.m.) in Knatvold and via Zoom This Zoom meeting was recorded. Watch it at Vimeo. The UUC 8th Principle Team has worked hard to build support for the...