Current Events
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
January 26, 2025 The Three Jewels: The Buddha, The Dharma, The Sangha.
Title: The Three Jewels: The Buddha, The Dharma, The Sangha. Speaker-Jessica Kross
Interfaith Partners of South Carolina is celebrating Interfaith Harmony Month in January. Those curious about Unitarian Universalism have been invited to join us this Sunday for Fire Communion.
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).
January 26, 2025 Topic: Feminist or Feminazi
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.
Young Adult Group, January 24th
Friends, Fire, Food on January 24th at 7pm. Indoor activities in case of cold/wet weather.
Extended Childcare on Sunday Mornings, January 26th
Childcare for infants through elementary will be available from 9:30am-10:30am. Parents are invited to join the choir, volunteer in our kitchen, or enjoy a quiet moment in your own way. Please pick up your children at 10:30am; but, infants and toddlers may remain in the nursery. Questions? call/text Bethany at 803-873-7455.
CANstruction Collection – Now through January 26
CANstruction is back!!! CAN you imagine that on January 26, our clever children and youth will CONSTRUCT wondrous creations from the CANS we all contribute to the gray Harvest Hope collection bin in the Social Hall??!! Yes, we collect throughout the year, but from now until January 26 our goal is to stockpile at least 125 CANstruction materials (nonperishables: CANS, rice, pasta, peanut butter..no glass containers or expired food please). After service on January 26, you can cast your vote for the classroom with the most creative CANstruction. Then we will load the CANS and other donations into Joan Watterson’s car for her to take to Harvest Hope! CAN you spare a CAN every week from now until January 26 for students’ creative CANstruction and, more importantly, for needy people in the Columbia area?
The RETURN of the Lock-In and Chocolate Baking!
Saturday, February 8, 6pm- Sunday, February 9
plus Sales of Baked Goods after Sunday Service
All youth ages 10+ are welcome on Saturday, February 8 to our first lock-in and chocolate baking post-covid!! This is a longtime favorite event for everyone involved and CYRE is thrilled to be able to bring this activity back for the teens doing their Boston Heritage volunteer hours at the Chocolate Auction. Bring a sweet tooth and good pillow/sleeping bag/air mattress. We will need two chaperones from 6:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. and two chaperones from 10:30 p.m.-8:30 a.m. Please contact Nancie Shillington-Pérez at nancierrr@sbcglobal.net or
Goodies Needed for the Return of the CHOCOLATE AUCTION in February 2025!
Whether you make basic brownies or a gourmet gateau, no item is too small for our bake sale or too large for the silent auction. All items will need to be in the kitchen either Saturday the 8th between 6:00 and 9:00 p.m. or Sunday the 9th starting at 9:00 a.m. so we can prepare for the sale and auction. (We will cut and plate the bake sale items.) So tie on your apron and bake with a loving spoonful! Contact Nancie Shillington-Pérez at nancierrr@sbcglobal.net for questions or further info. In this annual UUCC high holiday, you can expect opportunities to eat chocolate, buy chocolate, bid on chocolate and even bet on chocolate (we’ll have a cakewalk). We’ll hold it after the service on Sunday, Feb. 9. This will benefit the next high school youth’s trip to Boston. We hope to get back to the biannual schedule that sends our youth to visit places where Unitarians first left their mark in the United States. It’s an expensive trip, so plan on investing in chocolate and the next generation of Unitarian Universalists. In this annual UUCC high holiday, you can expect opportunities to eat chocolate, buy chocolate, bid on chocolate and even bet on chocolate (we’ll have a cakewalk). We’ll hold it after the service on Sunday, Feb. 9. This will benefit the next high school youth’s trip to Boston. We hope to get back to the biannual schedule that sends our youth to visit places where Unitarians first left their mark in the United States. It’s an expensive trip, so plan on investing in chocolate and the next generation of Unitarian Universalists.
Social Action Activities
Our church keeps busy making a difference in our world. Check out what we’re doing now here.
Music at UUCC
Chalice Voices – January Schedule
Let’s Sing! Our choir, Chalice Voices, welcomes teen and adult singers of all experience levels. We will rehearse on January 26 in the UUCC Sanctuary, 9:30-10:30 AM and sing in the services.
For information about choral events and scheduling, please contact Music Director Anna Hamilton to be added to the choral email list: music@uucolumbia.org
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. 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
Musical Notice: Matthew Ganong is taking a break from his music series during the month of January. The series will resume on Saturday, February 15, at 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary. The concert program will be announced later
January Share the Plate Recipient: Minister’s Discretionary Fund
Half of our cash collection this month goes to the Minister’s Discretionary Fund, which is used to provide critical emergency, short-term assistance to members of the congregation. The Fund helps people with rent, utility bills, and other expenses when times are difficult.
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”.
UUCC Women’s Lunch, Thursday, February 20, 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.
Joan Watterson: Text 803-381-7208
Emilio Jorge-Perez: Text 803-553-2212
Marleen Trader: Text 803-394-6666
Jeanette Walton: Text 803-466-0594
Annual Partner Church Fundraiser and Silent Auction
Save the Date:
Ground Hog Day Partner Church Cabaret Fundraiser to be held in style at the UUCC February 2, 2025, 7 p.m.
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