Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia

Contact Administrator  (uucc@uucolumbia.org) if you have questions.

Sunday Services begins at 11:00 a.m.   We will be live-streaming the service in addition to the in-person meeting.  See News Tab/Meeting Info (above) for connectivity details.  Sunday sermons are recorded and available from the Service Archives found on the Home Page.

Sunday Service Pre- and Post-Zooms
These provide an opportunity for those viewing the service to be together virtually starting at 10:30 am and continuing for approximately 30 minutes after the service ends.  The links to access these events can be found here or on the “Meeting Info” page which can be found under “News” above.

Sunday Services
In Person or live on YouTube

December 15, 2024   Topic:  Lights in the Darkness  Speaker:  CYRE and Dr. Anna Hamilton

Forum Discussions
The UUCC Forum meets every Sunday from 9:30 to 10:45 in the Library.  We start with a brief catch-up and social time (about 15 minutes), so if you are a little late (15 min),  it’s OK.  Our topics are mostly about current items and issues. We have an email list where some suggested links are sent prior to the meeting -If you are on the Forum email list, please check your email for documents to read ahead of time.  If you would like to be included on the Forum email list,or have questions, contact Jeanette Walton (please text and include your name (803)466-0594).

December 15, 2024  Topic:  The Separation of Church and State

Children and Youth Religious Exploration
See the Learning tab above for information about our Children and Youth Religious Explorations, or how to register.  The CYRE Calendar will tell you about the latest activities.

CYRE Winter Service, “Lights in the Darkness” – Sunday, December 15
All UUCC youth are invited to be part of the CYRE Winter Service on December 15. There will be opportunities for participation for everyone (babies, toddlers, kids, and teens). Please join in and add your unique and special light! To participate (youth) or volunteer to help (adults), please contact UUCC Music Director, Anna Hamilton: music@uucolumbia.org
Save these important rehearsal dates and times:

Saturday Dec. 14: “Dress Rehearsal” in Sanctuary 3-6 PM
Sunday Dec. 15: SERVICE, pre-service rehearsal 9:30 AM, Service 11 AM

Social Action Activities
Our church keeps busy making a difference in our world.  Check out what we’re doing now here.

Music at UUCC
For information about choral events and scheduling, please contact Music Director Anna Hamilton to be added to the choral email list: music@uucolumbia.org

Chalice Voices – December Schedule
Let’s Sing! Our choir, Chalice Voices, welcomes teen and adult singers of all experience levels. We will rehearse on December 22 in the UUCC Sanctuary, 9:30-10:30 AM and sing in the services. We will also sing at the 8th Annual Winter Sing on Saturday, Dec. 21, 6-8 PM. Plan to arrive at 5:15pm to rehearse before this fun event!

For more information about choral events and scheduling, please contact Music Director Anna Hamilton to be added to the choral email list: music@uucolumbia.org

Winter Sing – Saturday December 21, 6-8 PM
Celebrate the season in song with the music of Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, St. Lucia’s Day and the Winter Solstice. You are invited to sing-along and enjoy performances by our UUCC musicians at this free, family-friendly sing-along event! Beverages will be provided. You are invited to bring snacks or cookies to share for the event – (festive edible creations encouraged)!

November Share the Plate Recipient: Harvest Hope Food Bank
Harvest Hope Food Bank has a mission to provide for the needs of hungry people by gathering and sharing quality food with dignity, compassion, and education. Harvest Hope has continued to increase the scope of its operations and now provides food, comfort, and hope to hungry individuals and families in the Midlands, Pee Dee, and Greater Greenville regions of South Carolina. More info can be found at harvesthope.org.

If sending a check please write “Share the Plate” in the memo line or you can give by clicking on the ‘DONATE’ bar at the top of the page, or entering “abundant.co/uucc/give” in your browser. Please be sure to select “Share the Plate”.

Ballot Results for Share the Plate Recipients 2025
Please see the results below, on the UUCC website. The Social Action Committee appreciates everyone who participated in the voting this year. Thanks to our congregation’s generosity, we have donated over $141,775 in Share the Plate contributions to community charities since 2011.

Monday Morning mUUsic at the UUCC
Join us for a free fun music play class for 0-5 year olds and their families every second Monday of the month at the UUCC! Mondays 10:00-10:30 AM on January 13. Bring a comfy blanket to sit on. We’ll sing, move, use our imaginations, and have fun making music together! All instruments will be provided, and classes will be led by UUCC Music Director and Music Educator, Dr. Anna Hamilton. Questions? Contact: music@uucolumbia.org

Vegan Potluck
The UUCC Animal Ministry will be hosting its next monthly Vegan Potluck on December 12th beginning at 6pm in the Social Hall for vegans, vegetarians, and people exploring a plant-based lifestyle. Everyone is invited to bring a vegan dish to share. Future meetups will take place on the second Thursday of each month.
If you have any questions or would like ideas for items to bring, please contact Patty Drews, our Animal Ministry’s liaison for these events, at paddrews@gmail.com

UUCC Book Club, Sunday, December 15, 7pm, Zoom
The UUCC Book Club meets every other month via Zoom. In December Phil Turner will be facilitating a discussion of the book The Man Without a Face: The Unlikely Rise of Vladimir Putin by Masha Gessen. The UUCC Book Club is open to all members and friends of the UUCC. We welcome new and returning participants! Please contact Phil Turner if you have questions or would like more information: connection@uucolumbia.org

UUCC Women’s Lunch, Thursday, December 19, 11:30am, Social Hall
Ladies Lunch begins at 11:30am with a social hour and we eat at 12pm
The UUCC Women’s Lunch is held on the third Thursday of every month in the Social Hall. Please bring food or drink to share and let Joan Watterson joan.l.watterson@icloud.com or 803-381-7208 know if you have any questions. Also let us know if you would like a ride or are able to help clean up.

Women’s Book Club, Thursday, December 19, 3pm, Room 10
The new women’s book club successfully launched, with six new members joining at our organizational meeting. The meeting time has been changed to 3:00 PM, still on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Whether you are an avid reader or just getting started, please join us; everyone is welcome. Below are the books chosen for the first five meetings.
Questions? Email paddrews@gmail.com
Dec 19, 2024 — The Ghost Map by Steven Johnson

Classical Piano Concert, Saturday, December 21, 11am, Sanctuary
Featuring works by Ludwig van Beethoven in celebration of his birthday (December 16,1770)
On Saturday, December 21, at 11:00 a.m., Matthew Ganong will perform two of Beethoven’s grand sonatas, number 17 in d minor (“The Tempest”), Op. 31, no. 2; and number 21 in C Major (“Waldstein”), Op. 53. Admission free; donations welcome. A portion of the donations will benefit the UUCC. For further information, contact UUCC Music Director Anna Hamilton: music@uucolumbia.org

Beware of Text and Emails Scams
Please be aware that UUCC members have recently received scam text messages purporting to be from Rev. Robinson. Please be on the lookout and report these as spam.Please be cautious of any solicitations that come via email, text, or phone. Rev. Robinson will never ask you to send gift cards or money. If you have any questions about a message please reach out to the Administrator at uucc@uucolumbia.org.

Follow UUCC Social Media for the Latest Updates!
UUCC now has their own social media accounts.  This is a great way to stay connected when we can’t be together.  Submit your posts to Emilia Gunning at publicity@uucolumbia.org.  Follow us: FacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitter