Events

More details can be found in each event’s individual entry on the church calendar on this website. All events are at the church unless stated otherwise.

Wednesday, Jan. 22 – Town Hall Meeting – One remaining Town Hall meeting is scheduled to discuss this year’s budget. Stop by the church on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 6:30 p.m. There will also be a Zoom option.

Sunday, Jan. 26 – Congregational Meeting – 10:15 a.m. – This meeting will be to review and approve the upcoming year’s budget. A quorum will be required for a vote to be held.

SUNDAY MIDDLE HOUR

Classes for all ages are held 10:15-11:15 a.m. every Sunday. Children and youth can gather for UU-based lessons and activities. Adults are invited to look for these three options: Faith in Action (social justice activities), Faith in Exploration (learn about Unitarian Universalism) and Faith in Practice (discuss spiritual practices of all kinds).

ONGOING

Meditation Class – Blue Lotus Meditation Center teaches two sessions per week at UCBR – On Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. and on Saturdays at 5 p.m. The Saturday sessions are also hosted on Zoom. (Click the individual date entries on our site calendar for Zoom link.) Bring mats or floor pillows.

OTHER EVENTS

Sunday, Jan. 26

  • MIDDLE HOUR: Congregational Meeting – This meeting will be to review and approve the upcoming year’s budget. A quorum will be required for a vote to be held.
  • OWL for Grades 7-8 – 1-3 p.m. – Only registered students whose parents attended orientation may attend this class.  
  • K-1 OWL Parent/Caregiver and Child Orientation – 1-3 p.m. – Are you enrolling your K-1 child in Our Whole Lives? Wonderful! The program begins with this mandatory parent/caregiver + child orientation. Please confirm with Kathy that you plan to attend.

Sunday, Feb. 2

  • MIDDLE HOUR: Minister Meet & Greet – Sit down with one of our ministers for a casual get-to-know-you chat, a deep discussion on theology, or any topic you’d like!
  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice-Climate Action Subteam – Share concerns and work toward putting our faith into action. All perspectives about climate are welcome – whatever your level of awareness or acceptance.  (Also: March 9, April 13, May 25, June 29)
  • Gen ZUU – 1 p.m. – First Sunday of the Month – Join other Gen Z adults for lunch and fellowship. This month’s location is TBD.
  • OWL for Grades K-1 – 1-2 p.m. – Only registered students whose parents attended orientation may attend this class.  
  • Open Circle Book Club – 7 p.m. – First Sunday of the month – This club meets at church and on Zoom. Upcoming titles and Zoom links are shown in the individual calendar entries for each event.

Tuesday, Feb. 4

  • Black Joy Collective – 6:30 p.m. – First Tuesday of the month – A supportive gathering space for Black members of UCBR. Our discussions provide an opportunity for sharing, learning, understanding, growing and becoming. Contact ucbrblack@gmail.com.

Thursday, Feb. 6

  • Retirement Support Group – 10 a.m. – First Thursday of the month – Most meetings are at La Madeleine on Jefferson Highway.

Saturday, Feb. 8

  • Male Bonding Retreat II – 11 a.m.-2 p.m. – Perkins Road Community Park – This retreat is open to all who identify as male, gender nonconforming, etc. We will read an article together before this gathering, take a hike and enjoy BYOB (bring your own brownbag lunch) and each other’s company. Reach out to Rev. Chris Long at clong@unitarianbr.org with questions and to RSVP. It will move to the church in the event of rain.

Sunday, Feb. 9

  • Flapjack Feast – 10:15 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. – Bring your friends and bring your appetite. It’s time for another Flapjack Feast! Pancakes will be served after both services.
  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice-Voting Subteam – Discuss voting concerns and actions that can be taken to improve voting rights. (Also: March 23, April 27, June 1)
  • Sixth Source Sharing Circle – 1-2 p.m. – Second Sunday, January to September – UU Pagans discuss their unique path. The group is dedicated to the UU principles and exploring their place in the natural world and their relationship with the gods.

Monday, Feb. 10

  • Women’s Book Club – 7 p.m. – Second Monday of the month – This club meets at the church and on Zoom. Upcoming titles and Zoom links are shown in the individual calendar entries for each event.

Wednesday, Feb. 12

  • Firepit Gathering – 6-8 p.m. – Need a social time to relax and connect with your community? We’ve got you! Join us around the firepit for gourmet s’mores, laughter and camaraderie. Drop by after work or after choir. Stay as long as you’d like.

Sunday, Feb. 16

  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice Team – Third Sunday of the month – Gather during Middle Hour to discuss the team’s latest activities and updates from focus groups.

Sunday, Feb. 23

  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice-Reproductive Justice Subteam – Discuss concerns about reproductive justice and what we can do to improve access for those in need. (Also: March 30, May 4, June 8)
  • Family Ministry at the Mid City Gras Parade – Celebrate with your church community! We’ll provide shade and camaraderie – you bring chairs and snacks to share. Family friendly, all are invited. No alcohol please. We’ll set up by noon, parade rolls at 1 p.m.

Sunday, March 2

  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice-Education Subteam – Discuss concerns about local education and what can be done to create a better environment for students, teachers and families. (Also: April 6, May 11, June 22)

Tuesday, March 11

  • Congregational Care Team – 6:30 p.m. – Second Tuesday/Odd Months – The CCT meets at church and via Zoom to provide care to people in the church community who are in crisis. (Also: May 13, July 8, Sept. 9, Nov. 11)

Sunday, March 16

  • Annual BlUUes Service – 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – Join us in the sanctuary for our annual singing of the blues or on our 9 a.m. YouTube livestream at www.youtube.com/@UnitarianBR

Thursday, March 20

  • Baton Rouge Symphony String Quartet – 7:30-9:30 p.m. – The Lamar Family Chamber Series presents BRSO’s string quartet. For more information or to get tickets, visit www.brso.org/event-calendar/2425-chamber3

Thursday, April 10

  • Baton Rouge Symphony Saxophone Quartet – 7:30-9:30 p.m. – The Lamar Family Chamber Series presents BRSO’s saxophone quartet. For more information or to get tickets, visit www.brso.org/event-calendar/2425-saxquartet  

WATCH ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THESE MEETINGS

  • Lunch Bunch – 1 p.m. – Select Sundays – Gather with other UUs after church for lunch at local restaurants. Locations and dates are announced in our weekly emails.