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.

THIS COMING WEEKEND! Sunday will be our annual Ingathering, Bag Blessing and Connections Fair! … We launch our new church and school year with an ingathering service presented at 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. During both services, folks of ALL AGES are invited to participate in the bag blessing. Bring anything that you use to get through your days: a backpack, a laptop, a diaper bag, a purse, a phone, anything! … Then stick around before and after both services for our Connections Fair where you can visit with members of various clubs, teams and committees to find where you fit best!

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 offers three weekly meditation sessions. … IN PERSON: Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 5 p.m. … ON ZOOM: Wednesdays at 7 p.m. (Click the individual date entries on our site calendar for Zoom link.) Bring mats or floor pillows.

OTHER EVENTS

Saturday, Aug. 9

  • Community Drum Circle – 5-6:30 p.m. – Gather, Move, Make Noise! Join the monthly circle near our Peace Stones each full moon weekend. (Also: Sept. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 8, Dec. 6)

Sunday, Aug. 10

  • Annual Ingathering and Bag Blessing – 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – Celebrate the start of a new church year with our annual ingathering and bag blessing for ALL ages. Not only can students get their backpacks blessed to start the new school year, but everyone can join in the blessing – purses, phones, laptop bags – you name it. Whatever you need to be productive in the coming year.
  • Connections Fair – before/after both services – Find your passion! Visit with representatives of our volunteer teams and get involved in your church. This is your opportunity to mingle with team leaders and find the right fit for yourself in our shared ministry.
  • MIDDLE HOUR: PSTT – Parent Support in Tumultuous Times – 10:15 a.m.  – Meet with other parents to discuss out to parent in a world that feels overwhelming (Every Sunday in August)
  • 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, Aug. 11

  • 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.

Sunday, Aug. 17

  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice Team – Third Sunday of the month – 10:15 a.m.  – Gather during Middle Hour to discuss the team’s latest activities and updates from focus groups.
  • MIDDLE HOUR: Branches Sampler – 10:15 a.m. – Enjoy a sample-sized version of Branches, our small-group ministry program, to decide if you’d like to join one of the groups. (Also: Aug. 24 and 31)

Wednesday, Aug. 20

  • Firepit Gathering – 6-8 p.m. – Need a social time to relax and connect with your community in this busy, stressful time? 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, Aug. 24

  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice-Reproductive Justice Subteam – 10:15 a.m.  – Discuss concerns about reproductive justice and what we can do to improve access for those in need. (Also: Sept. 28, Nov. 2, Dec. 7)
  • TransUU: Living and Loving Others Amid the Gender Spectrum – 1-2:30 p.m. – Fourth Sunday of the month – Join others for a discussion and relationship-building group for those with loved ones who are transgender, nonbinary or gender nonconforming. Open to all. (Also: Sept. 28, Oct. 26, Nov. 23, Dec. 28)

Thursday, Aug. 28

  • 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina-A Service of Remembrance, Thanksgiving and Hope – Noon at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church –The Interfaith Federation of Greater Baton Rouge will mark the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina with this special service. You are invited to join the journey and celebrate the ways Greater Baton Rouge worked to support neighbors in need.

Sunday, Aug. 31

  • Annual Brass Service with the Michael Foster Project – 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – Join us in person for either service or catch the 9 a.m. live stream on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@UnitarianBR as the band returns to our sanctuary for this annual event.
  • One Day Pledge Drive Party – 10:15-11:15 a.m. – Return your pledge and celebrate with us. Enjoy a bounce house, snow cones and more!

Tuesday, Sept. 2

  • 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, Sept. 4

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

Sunday, Sept. 7

  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice-Climate Action Subteam – 10:15 a.m.  – Share concerns and work toward putting our faith into action. All perspectives about climate are welcome – whatever your level of awareness or acceptance. (Also: Oct. 12, Nov. 23, Dec. 28)
  • MIDDLE HOUR: Minister Meet & Greet – 10:15 a.m.  – 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! (Also: Oct. 5)
  • Gen ZUU – 1 p.m. – First Sunday of the Month – Join other Gen Z adults for lunch and fellowship. This month’s location is Curbside Burgers on Government. Email ucbrgenzuu@gmail.com for info.
  • 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, Sept. 9

  • 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: Nov. 11)

Thursday, Sept. 11

  • Interfaith Federation CommUNITY Prayer Breakfast – 7-8:30 a.m. – Help UCBR be the “church that shows up” by joining other member organizations at Boudreaux’s Catering, 2647 Government St. Tickets are $25 and available until Sept. 5 at www.ifedgbr.com/breakfast25  

Sunday, Sept. 14

  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice-Voting Subteam – 10:15 a.m.  – Discuss voting concerns and actions that can be taken to improve voting rights. (Also: Oct. 26, Nov. 30)

SAVE THE DATE!!! Saturday, Oct. 4

  • QUUeer Fête – Celebrating queer history, culture and talent, this event is open to all, family friendly and alcohol free. Music, food, drag queens, community partners and more!

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.