Share the Plate!
Our February Share the Plate recipient is Child Advocates of Nevada County. The mission of Child Advocates is to provide services that empower and protect children. There are three principal programs: […]
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Democracy Vespers and Vigil
As a way of launching our February theme of Justice and Equity, Rev. Kevin will host a Democracy Vespers and Vigil at UUCM, a gentle, reflective opportunity to acknowledge and speak to the grief, fear, resilience, hope, and commitment in our hearts and souls. A one-hour indoor vespers service of words, silence, music, and ritual will be followed by a candlelight or glowstick vigil outside, weather permitting. […]
Lay Sermon Seminar: Got a message in you?
Rev. Kevin will once again facilitate a lay sermon-writing seminar beginning in February for a circle of 6-8 people, and is looking for a few more interested persons. Maybe you! Please contact Rev. Kevin by February 6 at minister@uugrassvalley.org. Using a rich and connective process developed by the Rev. Erika Hewitt, each person will gradually […]
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day – 2024
Join in for a unique afternoon celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. A program that goes beyond King’s dream for a better world, looking at racism today, especially in our community, and how we can work to overcome it. Light refreshments following the program. Admission is Free! The event is offered in-person at the Unitarian Universalist […]
First Art Show of 2024: Visibility Through Art
From January 18 – March 15, the UUCM Library and Art Gallery will show an exhibit of works from the Visibility Through Art (VTA) project, produced by the Nevada City Rancheria Nisenan Tribe.
There will be a reception for UUCM members and friends after Sunday service on January 28th, from 12:30 pm, in the Library.
Another way to Support Hospitality House
UUCM is supporting Hospitality House by collecting donations of needed items for the guests. Utah Phillips, the founder of Hospitality House, was a member of UUCM, and UUCM has supported the shelter, named in his honor, since its inception as a nomadic shelter. The project will be on-going each month of the year. Please bring […]
Take a Deeper Dive into UUA’s Proposed Article II Changes
Wonder what this Article II stuff is all about? Join our Deeper Dive discussion group. The four-session program engages you in the Purposes, Values and Covenant, Inspiration, Inclusion and Freedom of belief of the proposed Article II which will be voted on at General Assembly 2024. […]
Teddy Bear Christmas
Looking for a some special Christmas cheer? Pop some popcorn, brew up a mug of cocoa, and settle in for the sweetest Christmas pageant you’ll ever see: it’s Teddy Bear Christmas! […]
Christmas Day Potluck & Carols
Come celebrate Christmas Day and community as our Christmas Day potluck returns. We’ll offer a blessing and begin eating at 1:00PM. Tableware provided. Arrive ready to share a Christmas memory or two with your dinner companions. From 3:00-4:00PM Rev. Kevin will host a carol sing around the piano, and will invite people to share favorite Christmas readings, poems, and brief stories. […]
Winter Solstice Celebration
Our annual Solstice Eve Celebration aligns the rhythms of our hearts and our spirits with the rhythms of the earth and sky. Come, center yourself in the midst of the holiday hustle. Singing, silence, candlelight, fire (and some hot, spiced cider) guide us around this turning edge of the solar year. […]