Sunday, February 1 - 11:00am in the Sanctuary, Sunday Service
Poetry Church with Guest Worship Leader Al Black and the Poetry Society
Join us for our annual Poetry Church Sunday. This Sunday we will be sharing the plate with Amor Healing Kitchen.
We are monitoring the weather this Sunday and a determination about whether or not to have programming Sunday morning will be made no later than 7:00am on Sunday. Please check the church Facebook page regarding any updates.
Scott Morgan will be our Worship Associate,
with music and the time for all ages provided by the Poetry Society.
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.
11:00 AM - Forum, Gage Hall "Nobels for Innovation and Economic Growth"
The 2025 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel recognized Joel Mokyr, Phillippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt for "having explained innovation-driven economic growth." In other words, they explained why we are so much richer and prosperous than our ancestors. Dr. Tilley will discuss their important contributions to understanding this phenomenon.
Dr. Cameron Tilley received his Ph.D. in political science from Duke University. He is currently a Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics at the College of Charleston and the Assistant Director of the Center for Public Choice and Market Process.
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
Men's Group Tuesday, February 3; 6:30pm
Lower Gage Hall
For thoughtful men to come together on a regular basis and share their life concerns, interests, and hopes for the future. Specifically, to provide emotional support, foster bonding, social interaction.
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.
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.
THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE NEEDS YOU!
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.
SAVE THE DATE
The Alliance Valentine's Bake Sale February 8; 12:00pm
Lower Gage Hall
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. Sign Up to bring items or help set up HERE.
SCUUJA Banned Book Club Febraury 5 & 12; 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.
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.
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
COFFEEHOUSE CONCERT: Annual Acoustic Showcase Saturday February 21; 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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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 this New Year! 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
One Month left to Buy Dinner Anywhere in the World Raffle Tickets on Sale Now until March 1
In keeping with our auction theme of “Around the World”, our Auction Team is excited to offer our members and friends an opportunity will boost revenue to support the Church’s mission and its ongoing programs through a raffle with a fabulous Grand Prize worth up to $5,000.
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.
They will make great gifts for everyone in your life. So stop by the Auction HQ table to buy some for stocking stuffers before the holidays or to learn more!
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.
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.
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