Holiday Happenings
Planning is underway for the many December Holiday Happenings at WUUC this year – some familiar and beloved, some new! First, some dates to get on your calendars: Advent starts on Sunday, 12/1 and goes for 4 Sundays: 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22. Solstice is on Saturday, 12/21. Christmas Eve is on Tuesday, 12/24. Christmas Day […]
December 2024 Soul Matters Theme: Presence
Welcome to the Practice of Presence The moment one gives close attention to anything, even a blade of grass, it becomes a mysterious, awesome, indescribably magnificent world in itself. Henry Miller Spiritually, presence can mean two quite different things. On the one hand, contemplatives talk of “being present.” Presence from this perspective is all […]
Anticipation
Ditzler Hall & ZoomBy Mark Eddy Advent, which means “to come”, is a time of anticipation, of looking forward, of waiting. In the Christian tradition, Advent is the beginning of the church year. And Christianity is not alone in celebrating light at this time of year: Hanukkah, Solstice, Diwali, and Kwanzaa all involve candles, fire, and lights as […]
Post-Service Potluck [s]
Ditzler HallA potluck in the sanctuary on the 4th Sunday of each month after Sunday service. For those with limited transportation, a potluck just after service is much easier to manage than a special trip to someone’s home like with our circle suppers and lunches. Please send me thoughts and questions to Tevina Flood: tevina.flood@gmail.com.
Buildings & Grounds (BAG) [l,z]
Library & ZoomMonthly meeting for the Building and Grounds Committee at WUUC. Contact: Kermit/Marcia Sprang or Azure Forte
Decorating Giving Tree
Ditzler HallDecorating the Giving Tree and Ditzler Hall, Potluck Sunday, December 1 at 11:30 a.m. Our Giving Tree will be set up and ready for decorating. Gift tags from Friends of Youth will be available. This year WUUC is sponsoring holiday gifts for Friends of Youth. They partner with youth and families to provide the relationships, resources, […]
Post-Potluck All-Ages Drum Circle
Come at 12:30 or drift over from the potluck and get into the flow of some seriously joyful rhythm-making at the far side of the Sanctuary. This will be the last Drum Circle of 2024! (no drumming after the December 29 potluck) A variety of hand drums will be provided, but you are beyond welcome […]
Super Seniors Potluck (s)
Ditzler Hall & KitchenSuper Seniors is a group for WUUCs age 77 and above. We meet every 1st Wed of the month for a potluck lunch at noon at the church. If you meet the age criteria we would love to have you join us for good food and good chatting. Questions? Contact dottie simpson at dottie9212@gmail.com
Board of Trustees Meeting [z]
ZoomAll are welcome to attend anytime. Developmental/In-Depth Topics on the 1st Wednesday of the Month 6:00-8:00 p.m. PT via Zoom Board Business Meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of the Month 6:00-8:00 p.m. PT via Zoom
Ministry Council (z)
ZoomWUUC Ministry Council Meeting. Every other month on the Wednesdays: September 25, December 4, January 22, March 26, May 28, July 23. Contact: Barabara Bratchl
Music Circle
Ditzler HallMusic Circle will be held on the first Saturday of every month at 1:00 p.m. in Ditzler Hall. You are invited to bring your voice, your drums, your guitars or whatever instruments you want for impromptu music making. Bring music if you want, or just jump in any way you can and have some fun […]
Johnna Ebanks Recital
Ditzler HallPrivate Recital
What Makes a Gift?
Ditzler Hall & ZoomBy Reverend Grace Simons This season brings plenty of expectations about gifts and gift-giving. But what makes something — anything — a gift? The link to join the Zoom Meeting online service at 10:00 a.m. is here. https://bit.ly/wuucworship Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969 For audio only, call: 253-215-8782
Crafting and Children’s Gift Shopping
Ditzler HallSimple holiday crafting and art activities will be available for the enjoyment of children and adults alike. We will also offer the children an opportunity to choose small gifts to wrap and give to their family members and friends. After they are done, it is open to the rest of the congregation to “shop”. Gift […]
Dungeons & Dragons
Portable 2Dungeons & Dragons Group at WUUC led by John Gamble meeting Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Portable 2.