Speaker: Columbia Peace Pole Initiative

The Columbia Peace Pole Initiative is an outgrowth of the interfaith Hiroshima Vigil/Remembrance Committee which, since 1991, has held vigils at various locations on the anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945. In 2016, a simple Peace Pole was planted at the Columbia Friends Meeting (Quakers) meetinghouse and the Hiroshima Vigil Committee then formed The Columbia Peace Pole Initiative.

Peace on Earth: The Peace Pole Message

Jan. 8, 2023 11:00 am Columbia Peace Pole Initiative

Peace Poles, the most recognized monument dedicated to peace on earth, represent the highest aspirations of peace and goodwill inherent in the human heart, transcending race, religion, and creed. They serve as vehicles to carry the message, “May Peace Prevail On Earth,” to every corner on earth. They are planted to uplift, empower and elevate … Continue reading Peace on Earth: The Peace Pole Message

Dan Cook

Best Church:
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

“A church where skepticism is welcome and adherence to dogma is suspect? A church where all religions are invited but none are beyond introspection? A church that regularly presents nationally touring singer-songwriters? A church where half the congregation might have been at Hunter-Gatherer the night before? Now that’s a church we can support.”

Jane and Bob Gillespie, Members

For much of our married life, we were without a church home, but felt our lives would be enriched if we could find a place where we were part of something greater than ourselves. The UUCC became that place. There, we’ve made great friends, enjoyed meaningful fellowship and found a sense of peace. It’s just what we were looking for.

Lis Turner, Member

This is a place where I can always find big smiles, warm hugs, and stimulating conversations. It is easy to get involved and quickly become part of the group.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia

Sunday Services: 11:00 am

Speaker: Columbia Peace Pole Initiative

Peace on Earth: The Peace Pole Message