In-Person Services, Columbia, SC Sundays 11AM

Water Communion Multigenerational Service

UUs have been celebrating Water Communions since 1980.  It has been a longstanding tradition at UUCC.  This Communion is also known as a Water Ceremony or In-gathering and is the way we begin the new church year.  Since we are meeting virtually, we ask that you prepare a small amount of water that represents some place or something that is special to you.  You will be prompted to share that on screen and symbolically pour that water into the communal bowl by stating what this water represents to you.  The combined water is a symbol of our shared faith and community.

Speakers

Past Services

Spirituality on the Spectrum

Join Janice Kahrs as she adapts a discussion topic from UUCC’s exploring spirituality group into a sermon about her own diagnosis of Autism and how it colors her perspective on religion and communication.

Bridging Hearts: A Unitarian Odyssey Across Continents

This sermon will explore the profound connection between Transylvanian Unitarians and American Unitarian Universalists, highlighting how, despite geographical distances and diverse cultural backgrounds, they share a common foundation of faith, values, and purpose. Through personal stories, historical contexts, and contemporary examples, we will reflect on how this partnership enriches both communities, fostering mutual support and understanding. Join us as we celebrate the beauty of unity in diversity and the strength found in shared beliefs, reminding us that together, we can illuminate the path toward a more compassionate and inclusive world.

“Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion: The Wisdom of Jonathan Haidt”

Dr. Michael Sullivan will be presenting a creative understanding of why good people are divided by politics and religion. It is based on the work of social psychologist Jonathan Haidt.  Dr. Haidt concludes that “morality binds and blinds”. Using the six foundations of morality derived from his research, we can gain a better understanding of “the righteous mind” that everyone has. This can help bridge political and religious divides and promote greater respect for opposing views.

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