Our new minister of congregational life, Rev. Chris Long, recently led a church service exploring what congregational life ministry actually is. Below are some excerpts from his sermon of August 21, 2022. In accepting this position, I have agreed to support our work in three primary areas: Connection, Deepening, and Restoration. Connection: This includes creating … Continue reading What is Congregational Life Ministry?
Our Whole Lives starts in September! Our Whole Lives is the UUA’s acclaimed sexuality education program, with scientifically accurate information taught at age-appropriate levels. Fall 2022 OWL Schedule Our Whole Lives for 4th-5th grade: 1-2:30 pm on Sundays, 9/18 to 12/11. Parent information session 9/18 (childcare provided). Classes from 9/25 to 12/11. For children currently enrolled … Continue reading Our Whole Lives (OWL) Starting in September
Together Baton Rouge has scheduled community meetings about public safety. The purpose of these meetings is to identify actions TBR can take to decrease violence/increase public safety in our area. They are asking local residents (including you) to share their concerns about public safety in their neighborhoods. The Old South Community Meeting will be at … Continue reading Together Baton Rouge Meetings
Saturday, July 2, 9-11 am Join your church community for a Family Ministry class for families. We’ll create a menu of playful to release tension and build family bonds. We will send you home with the tools and the knowledge to use them as a family. Pre-register by emailing education@unitarianchurchbr.com so we have sufficient supplies on hand.
New Adult Class: The Art of Spiritual Practice Every Sunday from June 19 through August 28, 10:15-11:15 a.m.This class invites participants to explore their own spirituality using color, self reflection, and the power of community. Drop-in class, no registration required.Facilitated by Leslie Grover Sunday Morning Youth Group Our Sunday Morning Youth Group will be using … Continue reading Summer 2022 RE Classes
After two years away, the gospel choir finally returns this summer on Sunday, August 7! Led by Marie Flowers, this choir will meet to practice on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm, July 13 through August 3. There will be a dress rehearsal on Saturday, August 6, time TBD. All are welcome to join this fun … Continue reading Gospel Choir 2022
Join intern minister Leslie Runnels for her final Art as Spiritual Play workshop. On Saturday, May 21 from 11 am-1 pm will be our gel printing day, and then the following Tuesday evening, May 24, 5:30-7 pm we will take the prints we’ve made and turn them into journal pages.
Saturday, April 2, 1-4 pm Join Kathy McGowan for a Survival Revival Excitement Workshop. All are welcome to this special event, as Kathy helps bring this congregation into its next chapter of ministry.
As we approach the end of Lent, we have several special services and events during Holy Week. On Sunday, April 10, we will celebrate Palm Sunday in both services. Our annual Tenebrae service will be on Thursday, April 14, at 7 pm. This somber evening service tells the story of Jesus’s death. On Easter Sunday, … Continue reading Holy Week 2022
Please plan to attend the annual meeting of the Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge on Sunday, April 24, 2022 during the Middle Hour, starting at 10:00 a.m. We will convene in the sanctuary, and also virtually for those unable to attend in person. The purpose of the meeting is to (1) Vote on adopting the … Continue reading Congregational Meeting April 24
