Don’t Miss These August Special Events

As we launch a new school year and church year, we’re lining up these special events in addition to our regular monthly meetings and club gatherings. From our annual gospel service to a life-saving blood drive and everything in between, there’s more in store at the Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge.

Sunday, Aug. 2

  • Gospel Service – 9 and 11:30 a.m. – Our annual Gospel Service returns! Can’t be there in person? Catch the live stream with hosted chat at 9 a.m. on our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@UnitarianBR

Sunday, Aug. 9

  • Ingathering and Bag Blessing – 9 and 11:30 a.m. – Not only can students get their backpacks blessed to start the new school year, but all ages are welcome to join in the blessing – purses, phones, briefcases – you name it. Whatever you need to be productive in the coming year. Can’t be there in person? Catch the live stream with hosted chat at 9 a.m. on our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@UnitarianBR
  • Connections Fair – after both services – Visit with representatives of our volunteer teams before and find your passion. Our annual Connections Fair is your opportunity to mingle with team leaders and find the right fit for yourself in our shared ministry.
  • Bring a Friend Sunday! – all day – Send an invite to all of your friends and encourage them to join us at UCBR! It’s the perfect Sunday to see what we’re all about and meet new people.

Saturday, Aug. 29

  • Sri Lankan Food Festival – 4-7 p.m. – The Blue Lotus Meditation Center will return to the church with this festival filled with a variety of Sri Lankan foods while supporting their fundraising efforts. For more information, call 225-571-2286 or email louisianabluelotus@gmail.com . Tickets are $25 and are available at www.louisianablbv.org/event-details/sri-lankan-food-festival-2026-1

Sunday, Aug. 30

  • Blood Drive – 8 a.m-2 p.m. – Stop by the blood bank’s bus in the parking lot to give the priceless gift of life.

Never miss any of our monthly or special events. Visit www.unitarianbr.org/events to get info on these and more.