Some events in life are so big and traumatic they shake our core beliefs about safety, meaning, and predictability in life. How can we cope with such overwhelming loss, grieve what was, and rebuild our world? Join us for a service dedicated to resilience and the courage to face the future.
9:30 AM - Nursery Opens, Annex - Children ages 5 and under are welcome in the nursery 9:30am - 12:15pm. - Children ages 7 and under are welcome after RE classes until 12:15pm.
9:45 AM - Meditation, Upper Gage Hall Participants gather for an hour to practice insight meditation and discuss various aspects of the meditative path and its interplay with our lives. 10:00 AM - RE Classes, Annex and Upper Gage Hall - Elementary aged students (K - 6th grade) will meet in Upper Gage Hall.
- Youth (7th - 12th grade) will meet in the Annex.
- Following RE classes, children will join the service in the Sanctuary.
10:00 AM - Forum, Gage Hall Andrew Alwine – Classical Democracy
On the first Sunday of each month, we Share the Plate with a non-profit organization that reflects our UU Principles. Last church year we were able to give a total of over $8,000 to eleven organizations.
Use the Nomination form here to make your nomination. Send the form to mlpmaureen@gmail.com.
Nominations will be accepted until February 28.
THIS WEEK AT CHURCH
TONIGHT: UU Millennial-Z Happy Hour Thursday February 5, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Edmund's Oast 1505 King St
Join us for our regular monthly gathering on the first Thursday of the month! In February we will meet at the Edmund's Oast on Upper King. We will get a few tables together and you are encouraged to stop by any time between 6 and 8pm.
Eden Keepers Saturday February 7, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Churchyard
Every month we gather to maintain our beautiful and historic churchyard. All are welcome and no gardening experience is required! Bring gardening tools if you have them, gloves, water to drink while working and bug spray. We will work from 9-12, weather permitting.
New gardeners and friends are always welcome and deeply appreciated!
The Alliance Valentine's Bake Sale February 8; 12:00pm
Lower Gage Hall
Lunch and Learn Sunday, February 8; 12:30pm
Upper Gage Hall
Thinking about becoming a member of the Unitarian Church of Charleston? Join us for lunch to learn more! During this event, you will have the opportunity to explore church history, discuss theology, and ask questions about how we can help you along your spiritual path. Lunch will be provided. Let us know you're coming here
Coffee with the Minister Tuesday, February 10; 9:00am
Baguette Magic
Join Rev. Rebecca in James Island for coffee and conversation!
Rise Up and Sing Protest Singalong Thursday, February 12; 7:00pm
Gage Hall
Inspired by Singing Resistance of Minneapolis, come sing your hearts out for justice, love, and peace. Learn songs you can take to the frontlines to lift our voices together. RSVP HERE
$10 Suggested Donation at the Door. Dress joyfully! Joy is an act of resistance. Bring 1 canned good for the Blessing Box. Visit our Hope in Action Station and learn what more you can do to meet the immediate needs of our community!
Proceeds benefit the Unitarian Church in Charleston and Meet Us On The Frontlines.
Meal Train Sign Up to Support the Hanchucks
Our friends and members Emil and Stacey need our support in February. Please review the Signup Genius to volunteer to bring a frozen meal to the UU freezer or drop off a hot meal at their home. Contact Danica Todd with any questions.
SAVE THE DATE
COFFEEHOUSE CONCERT
Annual Acoustic Showcase Saturday February 21 NEW TIME: 3:00pm Lower Gage Hall
SAVE THE DATE!! Enjoy live acoustic music in our beautiful and historic listening room. The Annual SHOWCASE is February 21 at 3 pm in Gage Hall!! This Social Justice event supports our efforts with the underserved children at the Title One Mitchell Elementary School. All profits go directly to supporting the Mitchell Elementary Science program. This month’s lineup features some of our own incredible home-grown talent from the Unitarian Church, including Sam Cogdell, Susan Conant, Mark Farnham, Sue Findlay, Tom and Lisa Ross, Gregory Krause, Mark Madden, Regina Ruopoli, Niki Van Aller and a special guest star!!. This concert is dedicated to Bill Morris, one of the founders of this long-standing concert series. Suggested donation at the door is $20. This is a great family friendly event. Kids, guests, members new and old, and community members are welcome and encouraged to attend. There will be concessions for sale.
Women's Book Group February 24; 6:00pm
Main Library Branch and Zoom
Join us downtown or over Zoom on the last Tuesday of the month. This month we are reading "A Council of Dolls" by Mona Susan Power".
Books and Coffee Sunday, February 15; 4:30pm
Mount Pleasant
Our next selection is SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND HATE by John Fugelsang. "A sane person's guide to taking back the Bible from fundamentalists, fascists, and flock-fleecing frauds."
We will meet at the home of Ron and Judy Bruce at Franke in Mount Pleasant
SCUUJA Banned Book Club New Dates: February 24 & March 3; 7:00pm Zoom
This month SCUU Justice Association is reading The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Join a discussion via Zoom to connect and discuss with UUs across the state. Register online HERE.
Minister's Book Club February 28; 10:00am
Lower Gage Hall
Join Rev. Rebecca on the last Saturday of the month for her book club. This month will feature How Jesus became God by Bart Ehrman
ANNOUNCEMENTS
One Month Left to Buy Dinner Anywhere in the World Raffle Tickets on Sale Now until March 1
The winner will choose either:
One dinner for two anywhere in the world (including airfare for two and two nights lodging), or
Two dinners for two anywhere in the continental US, airfare for two, and four nights lodging.
Raffle tickets cost $20 are on sale now!No more than 1000 tickets will be sold. There is no limit on how many tickets an individual may buy and the buyer does NOT need to be a member or friend of the Church.
Ticket sales run through March 1 when we will draw the winner at our annual Chili Kick-Off. You can purchase tickets via credit card, check, or cash.
Proceeds from the raffle not used to pay for the Grand Prize will support our congregation as we strive to be a welcoming, inclusive community that promotes justice and brings more love and light into the world.
The Nominating Committee invites you to nominate yourself or another church member to serve by being on the Vestry Board starting in the new church year. Guided by a close connection to our members, you will be part of a team that works with the Minister in determining the direction of our beloved church at a challenging time in our history. Explore the roles of the Vestry Board and Endowment Investment Board (no EIB vacancy this year) by visiting https://www.charlestonuu.org/governance and picking up Fact Sheets and a Nomination Form in Gage Hall.
Let any member of the Nominating Committee know who you're nominating before the March 22, 2026, deadline or email Lisa Hajjar at hajjarlm@gmail.com. Members of the Nominating Committee are Lisa Hajjar (Chair), Ginny Morgan, Amy Hudock, Susan Garrison, and George Tempel.
Sign up to fill our Blessing Box
With the cold weather, we have seen an increase in use of the blessing box and it is emptied almost daily. Please consider signing up to bring donations on an upcomingSunday: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044EAAA82EAAF49-57940404-fall#/ Blessing box donations can be placed directly in the box, if there is room, or in the storage cabinet in the southwest corner of Gage Hall. Throughout the week, staff will refill the box outside as space allows.
Join the Music Program! Now is the perfect time to get involved with our music program at UCC! The two primary ways to be involved are our Chancel Choir, which meets Wednesdays at 6:45pm, and our House Band which typically meets once a month. Professional training/experience not needed! For any questions, please reach out to our music director at ryan@charlestonuu.org
BOOK OF LIFE
To share a significant life event (births, deaths, celebrations, transitions and other joys and sorrows) send to Marcia Castano at BookOfLife@CharlestonUU.org by Saturday evenings at 6:00 p.m. or write them in person on Sunday morning.
The physical book is kept at the front of the church near the pulpit.
Interested in joining our wonderful church community?
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