We are a different kind of church

Welcome to the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia!  If you’ve been searching for a different kind of church— one that is accepting, relevant to your life, active in the world, and grounded in love and justice—you have found the right place. Or if you are already familiar with the denomination or have relocated to Columbia, we invite you to join us in our efforts to put love to work in the world through acts of compassion and justice.

Located in Columbia’s historic Shandon community, the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia is a progressive and inclusive religious congregation that affirms and promotes a free and responsible search for truth and meaning; the dignity and worth of every person; a more just, equitable, and compassionate society; and respect for interdependent web of all existence.

We do not require anyone to believe the same as one another, understanding that there are many paths to meaning. The mission of the UUCC is to nurture and respect each other in our spiritual growth and pursuit of meaning and to create a welcoming and engaging environment through which we work for positive change in the community and the world.

Although having a Judeo-Christian heritage, the UUCC embraces many beliefs and religious traditions, is welcoming of all genders and sexual orientations , and, increasingly, is accessible to people of all abilities.

While we are diverse in faith, ethnicity, history and spirituality, we strive to make a difference for the good, standing on the side of love, justice, and peace. That UUCC is designated a Welcoming Congregation, means we welcome lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning individuals. Whether you are visiting us for the first time, or have stopped in before, we are glad to see you!  Our church building is wheelchair accessible.

For all the reasons you come seeking—