What are Branches groups? Branches is UCBR’s primary small group ministry, with over 150 church members participating. Branches groups meet monthly for two hours, average 10-12 members, and are led by trained laypersons. This long-standing program provides a way for newcomers to feel a sense of belonging to the congregation and helps long-time church members … Continue reading September Classes: Learn About Branches Small Group Ministry

September 28 & 29, 2024 Our congregation is joining UUs across the country to renew our commitment to climate justice. Day 1: Saturday, Sept. 28–Facilitated Dialogue, 9:30 am to 1:30 pm Day 2: Sunday, Sept. 29–Worship Service and Organizing Hour Through church-wide dialogue, UCBR will to enter into a new era of climate action — … Continue reading Climate Justice Revival

The UUA’s Our Whole Lives comprehensive, lifespan sexuality education program will be offered for three age groups this school year at the Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge. While K-1 will be offered starting in January (more details to come later), registration for grades 4-5 and 7-8 is open now. The schedule is as follows: Grades … Continue reading OWL Classes: “Our Whole Lives” sexuality classes starting soon!

Each August, we launch a new church and school year with several Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge traditional events. But this year, we’re adding new ones! Don’t miss out on these great dates. Sunday, Aug. 4 Sunday, Aug. 11 Sunday, Aug. 18 Plus, all of our regular meetings including the Black Joy Collective, weekly meditation … Continue reading August: Launch a New Church Year with Fun Activities

Throughout July, our “Faith in Exploration” adult classes will offer a three-part workshop entitled “Introduction to Our Church.” The classes will be held in Room 6 during Middle Hour from 10:15-11:15 a.m. between the two Sunday services. This three-part series will cover topics and questions often asked by those who are new to the Unitarian … Continue reading July Classes: Introduction to Our Church

We are changing our email domain to match our website! All church email addresses that used to end in @unitarianchurchbr.com will now end with @unitarianbr.org. Please start updating your address books and contact apps. Our old email domain will continue to work for the time being, so your email shouldn’t get lost. If you have … Continue reading We Are Moving (Email Addresses)

Throughout June, our “Faith in Exploration” adult classes will offer a three-part workshop entitled “Introduction to Our Faith.” The classes will be held in Room 6 during Middle Hour from 10:15-11:15 a.m. between the two Sunday services. This three-part series will cover topics and questions often asked by those who are new to Unitarian Universalism … Continue reading UPDATED June Classes: Introduction to our Faith

Did you know there are TWO book clubs at the Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge? The Open Circle Book Club meets on the first Sunday of each month, and the Women’s Book Club meets on the second Monday of each month. Both groups’ meetings are at 7 p.m. in Room 1 at the church with … Continue reading Summer Reading: Join a Book Club

Did you know that our sanctuary has been equipped a t-coil loop (also know as a telecoil)? The t-coil allows a hearing aid or a cochlear implant to receive wireless audio transmissions from assistive listening systems (ALS). This technology captures electromagnetic waves, which your hearing aid converts into an audio signal. Since it bypasses the … Continue reading Our Hearing Loop

Race in Conversation: Then and Now – The Importance of Unions for Civil Rights Dialogue on Race Louisiana (DORLA) brings race into the conversation with Race in Conversation. Join DORLA for a one-and-a-half-hour dialogue online event. Bring a friend and enjoy an educational process for talking about race that can lead to understanding and change. … Continue reading Dialogue on Race: Two Upcoming Learning Opportunities