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.

AUGUST ADULT CLASSES – SUNDAYS 10:15-11:15 AM! Faith in Practice – Room 5 – PSTT! Parent Support in Tumultuous Times – How do you parent in a world that feels overwhelming? Join other parents for a deeper discussion. … Faith in Exploration – Room 6 – Try out a Branches Samper – your opportunity to see what it’s like to attend a Branches Small Ministries session if you are interested in joining a group long-term. … Faith in Action – Room 7 – This is always for our Social Justice Team and its subteams that focus on voting, reproductive justice and climate. Drop in any week.

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

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 – First Tuesday of the month – 6:30 p.m. – 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 – First Thursday of the month – 10 a.m. – Most meetings are at La Madeleine on Jefferson Highway.

Sunday, Sept. 7

  • 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 + September)
  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice-Climate Action Subteam – First Sunday of the month – 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. SPECIAL GUEST: Wetland scientist Dr. Gene Turner will discuss dredging the Louisiana coast: land loss, science and priorities. (Also: Oct. 5, Nov. 2, Dec. 7)
  • 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 – First Sunday of the month – 1 p.m. – Join other Gen Z adults for lunch and fellowship. This month’s location is Curbside Burgers on Government. Email ucbrgenzuu@gmail.com for info.
  • 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: Oct. 5, Nov. 8, Dec. 6)
  • Open Circle Book Club – First Sunday of the month – 7 p.m. – This club meets at church and on Zoom. Upcoming titles and Zoom links are shown in the individual calendar entries for each event.

Monday, Sept. 8

  • Women’s Book Club – Second Monday of the month – 7 p.m. – 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, Sept. 9

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

Wednesday, Sept. 10

  • 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. (Also: Oct. 8)

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 – Second Sunday of the month – 10:15 a.m. – Discuss voting concerns and actions that can be taken to improve voting rights. (Also: Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14)
  • 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.
  • Sri Lankan Food Festival – 4-7 p.m. – A fundraiser for the Blue Lotus Meditation Center who hosts meditation at our church twice each week. This family-friendly, buffet-style dinner invites everyone to enjoy authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. Tickets are $25 per person and available at www.zeffy.com For more information, email louisianabluelotus@gmail.com

Sunday, Sept. 21

  • 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. (Also: Oct.19, Nov. 16, Dec. 21)

Sunday, Sept. 28

  • MIDDLE HOUR: Social Justice-Reproductive Justice Subteam – Fourth Sunday of the month – 10:15 a.m. – Discuss concerns about reproductive justice and what we can do to improve access for those in need. (Also: Oct. 26, Nov. 23, Dec. 28)
  • TransUU: Living and Loving Others Amid the Gender Spectrum – Fourth Sunday of the month –1-2:30 p.m. – 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: Oct. 26, Nov. 23, Dec. 28)

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.