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.

Impromptu Christmas Pageant – Sunday, Dec. 22 – 9 and 11:30 a.m. – Join us for our annual tradition of creating an impromptu retelling of the Christmas story with casting done on the spot. Have you ever dreamed of being a wise person? Have a wish to be camel? Come join the show! The 9 a.m. service will be livestreamed with a live community chat at www.youtube.com/@UnitarianBR

Christmas Eve Service – Tuesday, Dec. 24 – 5 and 7:30 p.m. – Our annual Christmas Eve services feature readings from our youth, traditional hymns, special musical performances and a candlelight closing. The 5 p.m. service will be livestreamed with a live community chat at www.youtube.com/@UnitarianBR

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, Dec. 22

  • Impromptu Christmas Pageant – 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – Be a part of our pageant at either morning service. It’s a congregational retelling of the story of Jesus’ birth with costumes and casting done live and on the spot. The 9 a.m. service will be livestreamed at www.youtube.com/@UnitarianBR
  • MIDDLE HOUR: Intro to our Faith – This three-part series will delve into questions common to those learning about Unitarian Universalism, but is open to everyone. Come to one, two or all three sessions. (Dec. 8, 15, 22)
  • MIDDLE HOUR: Advent Faith in Practice – Need more engagement and connection this Advent season? Every Sunday during Advent, join our Director of Family Ministries for spiritual practices, rituals, music and activities centering hope, peace, joy and love. Come to as many sessions as you like. (Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22)
  • 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: Jan. 26, March 2, April 6, May 11, June 22)

Tuesday, Dec. 24

  • Christmas Eve Services – 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. – Two annual candlelit services with special music, readings and community. The 5 p.m. service will be livestreamed at www.youtube.com/@UnitarianBR

Sunday, Dec. 29

  • Kwanzaa Services – 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – Our annual Kwanzaa Services will be held. The 9 a.m. service will be livestreamed at www.youtube.com/@UnitarianBR
  • MIDDLE HOUR: Family Potluck Brunch – Families of all ages and configurations – gather for a Kwanzaa-themed brunch between services in Fellowship Hall. Make new friends, catch up with old friends, let’s build community together!
  • 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: Feb. 2, March 9, April 13, May 25, June 29)

Thursday, Jan. 2

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

Sunday, Jan. 5

  • 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-Voting Subteam – Discuss voting concerns and actions that can be taken to improve voting rights. (Also: Feb. 9, March 23, April 27, June 1)
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • OWL for Grades 4-5 – 1-2 p.m./Grades 7-8 – 1-3 p.m. – Only registered students whose parents attended orientation may attend this class.  

Tuesday, Jan. 7

  • 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.

Sunday, Jan. 12

  • 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: Feb. 23, March 30, May 4, June 8)

Monday, Jan. 13

  • 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.

Tuesday, Jan. 14

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

Sunday, Jan. 19

  • 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.

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.