Sunday, Mar 13, 2022 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: On the second anniversary of pandemic lockdowns, we set aside this moment and recognize the major events and our highly varied experience of life and loss. See Reverend Jennifer if you would...
Sunday, Mar 6, 2022 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: We begin the theme of Renewing Faith with an essential element: Rest. Groups such as The Nap Ministry call us to the sacred work of taking care of ourselves. Rest is Resistance. Get ready...
Sunday, Jan 30, 2022 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview:We close the month of living with intention by exploring the Buddhist practice of mindfulness. If we follow our breath, where will it lead us? Stay on Zoom after the service and join the...
Sunday, Jan 23, 2022 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview:The 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade is next year, but the conversation is now. Given the range of theologies and personal choices, how do we talk about abortion as a people of faith? Stay on...
Sunday, Jan 16, 2022 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview:Have you heard of bell hooks? bell hooks was the pen name of Gloria Jean Watkins. She was a writer, teacher, and activist who called us to put love into action. On this MLK Sunday, hear about...
Sunday, Jan 9, 2022 @ 10:30 am – ONLINE ONLY Online Only – Service Zoom Link Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: For our theme of “Living with Intention”, we begin with how we are called onward. What if we were willing to “Shoot the Moon?” Coffee Hour...
Sunday, Jan 2, 2022 10:30 AM – ONLINE ONLY Online Only – Service Zoom Link Speaker(s): Reverend Susan Frederick-Gray & Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview:For the first Sunday of 2022, we gather only online for service. Reverend Jennifer will offer a path...
Sunday, Dec 26, 2021 @ 10:30 am – Online Only, Not In-Person Speaker(s): Garry Moore Service Zoom Link Overview: For the day after Christmas, we gather only online for service. Wear comfy pajamas and enjoy your coffee as Garry Moore shares a celebration of...
Tuesday, Dec 21, 2021 @ 7 PM Overview: We will chant, dance, and offer up our own gifts to add to the coming light on the eve before the longest, darkest night of the year. Coffee Hour Afterwards & Offering...
Sunday, Dec 19, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Guest Presenter, Brian Fox-Ellis Overview: Join us, people of all ages and stages, as we have a unique and wondrous visit from a very special guest who, through stories and music, will help us gain a deeper appreciation...
Sunday, Dec 12, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: There are so many forms for joy – ordinary, personal, shared, divine, radical, musical, and more. What is joy for our time? Join us for our New Member Recognition, too! Coffee Hour...
Sunday, Dec 5, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: The premise of Stephen Prothero in his book, “God is Not One”, is that each religion answers a different question. If each faith, or each of us, is answering a different question,...
Friday, Dec 24, 2021 ~ Christmas Eve @ 6 & 8 PM 6 PM Service8 PM Service Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: Join us for beautiful music and ancient and modern lessons as we celebrate Christmas. To have enough room for everyone and allow for space...
Sunday, Nov 28, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis & Friends Overview: A long line of dedicated people made it possible for this congregation to exist and thrive today. What are the great stories? What are the small stories? Join Reverend Jennifer...
Sunday, Nov 21, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Tet Gallardo Overview: Culture is lived religion. Cultural differences also cause religious differences. Folks who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color have long complained that the lack of culture in white...
Sunday, Nov 14, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: Many of us cite the seven principles of Unitarian Universalism as a core expression of our shared values. From we covenant to promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person to the...
Sunday, Nov 7, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview:The pandemic upended everything about church life, especially how we congregate on Sunday mornings. As we keep learning about multi-platform worship, we can ask “why?” along with the “how?”...
Due to a technical error, audio was not recorded in the sanctuary and the service has been taken down Sunday, Oct 31, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: At this time of year, many cultures and faiths set aside time for when the veil...
Sunday, Oct 17, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Darrick Jackson Overview: We are a people of story. The stories we tell shape how we see ourselves and the world. What happens if we change our stories? Coffee Hour Afterwards & Offering...
Sunday, Oct 10, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: Starting in the 15th and 16th centuries, the Doctrine of Discovery gave Christian Europeans the right to claim lands and resources of non-Christian people. With the discovery of more...
Sunday, Oct 3, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: As we begin this month’s theme of “Cultivating Relationships,” we focus on the connections we choose. What are your most important relationships? How did they become part of your life? Coffee...
Sunday, Oct 24, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: Sonya Renee Taylor promotes radical self-love for Everybody and Every Body in her book, “The Body is Not an Apology.” How do we tend to the relationship with our bodies? Coffee Hour...
Sunday, Sep 26, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: The pandemic has led to changes in how we work and how we regard the social contract. What is the role of Unitarian Universalism in the conversations about class, civility, and society?...
Sunday, Sep 19, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: “Ask what’s possible, not what’s wrong,” is a mantra from Rev. Sara LaWall. How do we dwell on the world? The weight of the world is real – and I wonder what is possible. Click here to join...
Sunday, Sep 12, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis, Amy Popp CRE & the Congregation Overview: Our theme for this ingathering is “Tears of Sorrow, Tears of Joy.” The beginning of this year is unlike any other, including last year. The hope is to...
Sunday, Sep 5, 2021 @ 10:30 am Click HERE to join the Zoom! Speaker(s): Reverend Pamela Rumancik, Reverend Jennifer Innis & Amy Popp CRE Overview:The pandemic year created an extra layer of loss in so many lives. While part of every human life, loss is usually...
Sunday, Aug 29, 2021 @ 10:30 am Service will be Online (Zoom) only this Sunday! Due to the Delta Variant, Service will be online this Sunday, August 29th There will still be a coffee hour on the patio Click here to join the zoom at 10:30am Sunday Speaker(s): Reverend...
***Due to technical difficulties, audio for the in-sanctuary portion of the service was lost*** Sunday, Aug 22, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis & Amy Popp [CRE] Overview: This Sunday is a chance to create the message along with Reverend...
Sunday, Aug 15, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: Giving ourselves and each other the time we need to explore our existence is one of the greatest gifts of a religious community. Reverend Jennifer will reflect on her long-term work with...
Sunday, Aug 8, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Rev. Lara K-J Campbell Overview: Rev. Lara K-J Campbell is the 26th called Minister at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church of Kennebunk, Maine. Throughout the ages, we humans have been flinging our arms to the heavens,...
Sunday, Aug 1, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Rev. Sean Parker Dennison Overview: Rev. Sean Parker Dennison, minister of Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Ashland, Oregon; and Alison Cole Duren-Sutherland, intern minister of the Southern Oregon UU...
Sunday, Jul 25, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy Overview: Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy and the worship staff at the Fox Valley UU Fellowship in Appleton, WI This classic Tim Burton stop-motion animation movie tells the story of Halloween Town and...
Sunday, Jul 18, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Revs. Kristin Grassel Schmidt and Christian Schmidt Overview:Revs. Kristin Grassel Schmidt and Christian Schmidt, plus worship teams from UU Church of Silver Spring (MD) and UU Church of the Brazos Valley (Bryan, TX) The...
Sunday, Jul 11, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Rev. Barbara H. Gadon Overview: Rev. Barbara H. Gadon and the worship staff at Eliot Unitarian Chapel, St. Louis, MO 36 years have passed since this iconic film was released in 1985 – longer than Marty McFly travels to...
Sunday, Jul 4, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis & Amy Popp, Credentialed Religious Educator Overview:President Franklin Roosevelt spoke of the Four Freedoms in 1941, including freedom of speech, freedom to worship, freedom from want, and freedom...
Sunday, Jun 27, 2021 @ 10:30 am Hosted in the Sanctuary by Reverend Jennifer Innis. Speaker(s): First Universalist Church of Minneapolis Overview:We will join Unitarian Universalists from around the globe for this online worship with the UUA General Assembly. The team...
Sunday, Jun 20, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, but it took two years for the news to travel to Teas. Juneteenth is a celebration of the day the news arrived. What does this...
Sunday, Jun 13, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: We come to the end of my first year with you and with reopening the building after 14 months. What do we wish for in this next season of congregational life? How shall we bless each other as...
Effective June 7, the church building is open to the congregation for the first time in 14 months! The plan was presented at the May 26 meeting of the board by further discussion with Towards Live Church (TLC) and the Admin Team to reach a final decision by email vote...
Sunday, Jun 6, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: From Diane Ackerman: “The world of play favors exuberance, license, abandon. [In it,] selves can be revised.” This month’s Soul Matters theme is Play. Join us for a first response to the...
Sunday, May 30th, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Rebecca Gant Overview:The truth about stories, writes Thomas King, is that that’s all we are. If King is correct, then to know the truth about the people around us means to know their stories– and in order to be...
Sunday, May 23rd, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis and Amy Popp, CRE Overview: Join us for a celebration of story and the abundance of life as we honor our ritual of the Flower Communion. This Sunday also includes a chance to honor our senior high...
Sunday, May 16th, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview:Members, ministers, and educators from five UU congregations just spent 11 weeks studying the major report from the UUA called, Widening the Circle of Concern. Join us for reflections on...
Sunday, May 9th, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: Bernard Loomer, process theologian asks, “What is the size of your soul?”. In other words, what is your ability to grow into life, amid the contradictions and hardship that comes your way?...
Sunday, Apr 18, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Dale Goodner Overview:Earth Day is 51 years old on April 22nd. We can become a beneficial species… The goal is not just an environment of clean air and water and scenic beauty, but an environment of respect for ALL species....
Sunday, Apr 11, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: African-American First Lady Michelle Obama has this question for us, in her book, Becoming: “Do we settle for the world as it is, or do we work for the world as it should be?” As we find...
Sunday, Apr 4, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: Easter is a time of transformation. At its heart is the experience of letting go for the sake of what can emerge. What will be revealed this time? Join us for the music and the messages on...
Sunday, Apr 25, 2021 @ 10:00 am Worship begins at 10am – Note earlier time Speaker(s): Unitarian Universalists in Illinois Overview: Twenty five Unitarian Universalist congregations in IL, the UU Advocacy network and UU Prison ministries are gathering to take a...
Sunday, Mar 28, 2021 @ 10:30 am Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Overview: The stories of our elders serve as mirrors for how we know ourselves now and for how we wish to be in the future. Hear the story of the Universalist minister, Olympia Brown. She was the...
Sunday, Mar 21, 2021 @ 3:00 pm JOIN the Zoom Meeting Speaker(s): Reverend Jennifer Innis Order of Worship Overview:You are invited to join us as we celebrate our new ministry with Reverend Jennifer Innis on March 21 at 3:00 PM. She will be formally installed as our...
February 1, 20256:00 pm - 9:00 pm Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington Normal, 1613 E Emerson St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
Imbolc
Saturday, February 1, 6-9pm
UU Church of Bloomington-Normal ~
1613 E. Emerson St., Bloomington
The Wheel turns, and the Sun is coming back! Join us as we welcome the Goddess return from the underworld and celebrate the turning of the seasons to spring from winter. Embodied ritual and potluck to follow afterwards.
Scout Sunday for Cub Scouts & Scouts BSA ~ Sunday, February 2
Each year on February 8, Scouting America celebrates its birthday—Scouting Anniversary Day—by recognizing the contributions of young people and adults to Scouting. The Sunday before February 8 is designated as Scout Sunday, when packs, troops, crews, and ships can honor a Scout’s “Duty to God.”
UUCP would like to invite the Scouts in our congregation to participate in Scout Sunday. If you are interested, please email Jesi Laughlin at DLRE@peoriaUUchurch.org.
February 2, 20258:45 am - 10:00 am Conference Room
You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.
Life Force Tai Chi
First & Third Sundays through December 2024
Tai Chi is an ancient discipline from China. Join Dave Grebner for this class, where we will learn how to stand and move to enhance the flow of chi life energy through our bodies.
Inquirers Series Tuesdays in February at 6pm Conference Room & Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/3h8f5jyj Visitors, newcomers, and new members are invited to participate in the Inquirers Series—the first step on our Faith Forward Path. This series of nine topics offers a general introduction to our congregation and Unitarian Universalism. The series will run for four weeks in February. For more information or to RSVP, email Regina Stanley at membership@peoriauuchurch.org.
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
February 4, 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr
Join us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHras we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion, and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking.
Keepers of the Great Grove ~ CUUPs Wednesday, February 5, 6-7:30pm Conference Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/2nyj5zet Each month, we discuss current and new business for the chapter. This month, we’ll work on plans for 2025 and have a conversation about Ostara. For the second half of the meeting, Tony Huerta will share some books on magical resistance, and we’ll discuss how our personal beliefs intersect with social justice, activism, and the current administration. If time allows, we’ll take a look at the library project and see what next steps make sense. CUUPs stands for Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans. Meetings happen the first Wednesday of the month, and all are welcome.
February 6, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm Tadoughs, Tanglewood Shopping Plaza, 7024 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
Mugs & Musings ~ Thursdays at 10am
In February, we will meet at
Tadoughs in Tanglewood Plaza ~
7024 N University, Peoria
Drop in and join Membership Coordinator
Regina Stanley to discuss whatever is on your mind. Questions? Contact Regina at 309-648-2767 or membership@peoriauuchurch.org.
February 8, 202510:30 am - 12:00 pm Conference Room
Create Your UU Elevator Speech Saturday, February 8, 10:30am-Noon, Conference Room
UU Elevator Speech is an introduction and part of our Faith Forward Path. Goals for the session include helping us understand the commonalities we share as UUs and how to better and more succinctly explain our faith. Join facilitators Steve Fairbanks and Jen Stubbs to develop a short speech about our UU faith. It is called an “elevator speech” because if someone ever asks you, “What is Unitarian Universalism?” while you are in an elevator together, you only have a short time to offer a meaningful reply! Sign up on the sheet in the church foyer or online at https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/195521to receive the class resources ahead of time.
February 9, 20258:45 am - 10:00 am Conference Room
You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.
February 9, 202511:45 am - 1:15 pm Fellowship Hall
Girl Scout Cookie Sales
Sunday, Feb. 9, after service
Fellowship Hall
Girl Scouts from our church will host a cooperative cookie booth. Bring cash, check, or
credit card and stock up!
UUCP has a history of supporting Girl Scouts, dating back to member Alice Wilson starting the first Peoria troop in 1917 and hosting the
first Girl Scout Council in Peoria from 1920.
Do you play Mah Jongg or do you want to learn? Join the fun on 2nd and 4th Sundays! Bring your own drink and snack, and if you have a Mah Jongg set or mat, bring it, too. Contact Char Rickey at spinwool7@aol.com or 309-472-7085 or Evan Stubbs at sirstubby@hotmail.com or 575-621-5519 with questions.
February 9, 20254:00 pm - 4:45 pm Senior High Room
Sacred Rest In person Sun., Feb. 9, 4pm Zoom Sun., Feb. 23, 4pm You were not just born to center your entire existence on work and labor. You were born to heal, to grow, to be of service to yourself and community, to practice, to experiment, to create, to have space, to dream, and to connect. ~ Tricia Hersey in Rest Is Resistance You deserve time to rest. Come and practice in community. In-person Sacred Rest on Feb. 9 will be in the Senior High Youth Room. Bring water, a journal, and/or blanket if you wish. On fourth Sundays (next on Feb. 23), the Central IL Religious Educators will facilitate a guided rest experience on Zoom for our four congregations in Bloomington-Normal, Champaign-Urbana, Peoria, and Springfield. Create a comfortable nest with a blanket or pillow, grab some water, and bring a journal if you wish. We’ll draw from the work of Tricia Hersey. To receive the link, email Jesi at DLRE@PeoriaUUChurch.org or sign up here https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/192803.
February 11, 20256:00 pm - 7:30 pm Conference Room
Inquirers Series Tuesdays in February at 6pm Conference Room & Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/3h8f5jyj Visitors, newcomers, and new members are invited to participate in the Inquirers Series—the first step on our Faith Forward Path. This series of nine topics offers a general introduction to our congregation and Unitarian Universalism. The series will run for four weeks in February. For more information or to RSVP, email Regina Stanley at membership@peoriauuchurch.org.
February 11, 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pm RE Meeting Room
New Evening Connection Circle 2nd & 4th Tuesdays through May, 7-9pm RE Meeting Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/rbh3tyf2 Are you in search of a safe, soul-refreshing small group? A Connection Circle can provide you with one! Join other UUs and friends in groups of 4-10 to explore thoughtful topics. All circles have personal check-in and check-out times where we share what’s on our hearts and minds. You are welcome to join in person or on Zoom. No need to RSVP. Please text or call Jeanette Gruber at 309-383-3111 with questions.
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
February 11, 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr
Join us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHras we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion, and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking.
February 12, 20257:00 pm - 8:00 pm Re Meeting Room or Zoom
Amethyst Circle: An Addiction Recovery Group Following UU Values Wednesday, Feb. 12, 7-8pm, RE Meeting Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/u4tdhkha Gather with others to offer and receive support on your addiction journey. This group is facilitated by Tony Huerta and is open to all.
ONLINE BIBLICAL LITERACY PART I SERIES - OPEN TO ALL!
Wednesdays, Feb 12 - March 19
7:00pm-8:30 pm CT on Zoom
Deadline to register February 10
The Faith Forward program out of the First Unitarian Church of Dallas is excited to offer an online session of "Biblical Literacy for Unitarian Universalists" for all congregations. We will offer this 11-week course in two parts, one in the winter and one in the fall. Part I includes the sessions "Approaching the Bible - Many Books, Many Sources," "God and Covenant," "Jesus in the Gospels," "Kingdom of God Parables," "Creation Stories,” and “The Bible and Our Lives.” This is a unique opportunity to explore the Bible through a Unitarian Universalist lens.
For more information or to register, email Faith Forward Coordinator Rev. Lora Brandis at faithforward@dallasuu.org. Deadline to register is Monday, February 10.
February 13, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm Tadoughs, Tanglewood Shopping Plaza, 7024 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
Mugs & Musings ~ Thursdays at 10am
In February, we will meet at
Tadoughs in Tanglewood Plaza ~
7024 N University, Peoria
Drop in and join Membership Coordinator
Regina Stanley to discuss whatever is on your mind. Questions? Contact Regina at 309-648-2767 or membership@peoriauuchurch.org.
Come learn about the nutritional and medicinal uses of herbs in community. We will explore the history of Peoria through its cuisine: the Native, French, German, Lebanese, and more. We will occasionally prepare a dish to share after service on Sunday. For more information, contact Kevin Cashmer at kevincashmer44@gmail.com.
February 14, 20256:00 pm - 8:00 pm Fellowship Hall
Spread the Love at the Inaugural LOVE WINS Valentine's Day Dinner and Dance! Friday, February 14, 6-8pm, UUCP Fellowship Hall Tickets: $25 each or $125 for a table of 6 ~ on sale thru February 9 Join us for this special evening that will also support our church as a fundraiser. Couples, singles, families—all are welcome! Indulge in a delightful Italian feast (vegetarian options available), a delectable dessert buffet, and a selection of beverages. Childcare provided with advance ticket sales. To buy tickets: 1. Sign up on Flocknote. Go to https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/194152. 2. Pay for your tickets. Pay by check or cash at church or in the offering—mark your payment with the # of tickets. Or go to https://peoriauuchurch.org/give/ to pay online. (Click on “Get Tickets” under “LOVE WINS Dinner & Dance” and follow the instructions.) Questions? Email Katie Jones at katiejoneslcsw@gmail.com.
February 16, 20258:45 am - 10:00 am Conference Room
You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.
Life Force Tai Chi
First & Third Sundays through December 2024
Tai Chi is an ancient discipline from China. Join Dave Grebner for this class, where we will learn how to stand and move to enhance the flow of chi life energy through our bodies.
February 17, 20252:00 pm - 3:00 pm Conference Room
Do you identify as LGBTQIA2S+? Do you attend, visit, or belong to UUCP? Join us on the 3rd Monday each month. Questions? Email Tim Herold at herold1961@gmail.com for details.
February 18, 20256:00 pm - 7:30 pm Conference Room
Inquirers Series Tuesdays in February at 6pm Conference Room & Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/3h8f5jyj Visitors, newcomers, and new members are invited to participate in the Inquirers Series—the first step on our Faith Forward Path. This series of nine topics offers a general introduction to our congregation and Unitarian Universalism. The series will run for four weeks in February. For more information or to RSVP, email Regina Stanley at membership@peoriauuchurch.org.
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
February 18, 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr
Join us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHras we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion, and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking.
February 19, 20256:30 pm - 8:30 pm Fellowship Hall
Sierra Club Movie Night
Wednesday, Feb. 19, 6:30-9pm, Fellowship Hall
Join the Heart of Illinois Sierra Club and
Diverse Metamorphosis for a screening of
Common Ground, a film that explores how
regenerative agriculture can help heal the soil, our health, and the planet. This award-winning film features an all-star cast, including Woody Harrelson, Laura Dern, Jason Momoa, and Donald Glover, backed up by a list of environmentalists, climate scientists, and working farmers. Refreshments and a discussion of environmental issues will follow the film. This event is free and open to the public. Call Robert Rowe at 309-370-2575 for information.
ONLINE BIBLICAL LITERACY PART I SERIES - OPEN TO ALL!
Wednesdays, Feb 12 - March 19
7:00pm-8:30 pm CT on Zoom
Deadline to register February 10
The Faith Forward program out of the First Unitarian Church of Dallas is excited to offer an online session of "Biblical Literacy for Unitarian Universalists" for all congregations. We will offer this 11-week course in two parts, one in the winter and one in the fall. Part I includes the sessions "Approaching the Bible - Many Books, Many Sources," "God and Covenant," "Jesus in the Gospels," "Kingdom of God Parables," "Creation Stories,” and “The Bible and Our Lives.” This is a unique opportunity to explore the Bible through a Unitarian Universalist lens.
For more information or to register, email Faith Forward Coordinator Rev. Lora Brandis at faithforward@dallasuu.org. Deadline to register is Monday, February 10.
February 20, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm Tadoughs, Tanglewood Shopping Plaza, 7024 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
Mugs & Musings ~ Thursdays at 10am
In February, we will meet at
Tadoughs in Tanglewood Plaza ~
7024 N University, Peoria
Drop in and join Membership Coordinator
Regina Stanley to discuss whatever is on your mind. Questions? Contact Regina at 309-648-2767 or membership@peoriauuchurch.org.
Third Thursday Ladies’ Lunch
Thursday, February 20, 11:30am
Childers Eatery ~ 3312 N. University St., Peoria
Join us for a breakfast, lunch, or vegan dish! Please RSVP to Carlette at 309-258-5890.
Do you hope to face our human mortality with less fear and more curiosity? With less euphemism and more reality? With less conformity and more creativity? If that sounds like you or who you hope to become, welcome to Date with Death Club, where we explore topics of aging, death, and dying. Attend one, some, or all sessions.
This month’s topic is “Writing Your Own Obituary.” Just like planning your own memorial service, you can spend time now putting together your obituary. We’ll explore both traditional obituaries (the kind you’re likely to find in a newspaper) and more story-based obituaries that can help us connect with our own deeper purpose in whatever time we have left on this earth. We’ll use a specially developed worksheet to guide us that you can take home.
February 23, 20258:45 am - 10:00 am Conference Room
You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.
February 23, 20251:00 pm - 3:00 pm Fellowship Hall
Do you play Mah Jongg or do you want to learn? Join the fun on 2nd and 4th Sundays! Bring your own drink and snack, and if you have a Mah Jongg set or mat, bring it, too. Contact Char Rickey at spinwool7@aol.com or 309-472-7085 or Evan Stubbs at sirstubby@hotmail.com or 575-621-5519 with questions.
Sacred Rest In person Sun., Feb. 9, 4pm Zoom Sun., Feb. 23, 4pm You were not just born to center your entire existence on work and labor. You were born to heal, to grow, to be of service to yourself and community, to practice, to experiment, to create, to have space, to dream, and to connect. ~ Tricia Hersey in Rest Is Resistance You deserve time to rest. Come and practice in community. In-person Sacred Rest on Feb. 9 will be in the Senior High Youth Room. Bring water, a journal, and/or blanket if you wish. On fourth Sundays (next on Feb. 23), the Central IL Religious Educators will facilitate a guided rest experience on Zoom for our four congregations in Bloomington-Normal, Champaign-Urbana, Peoria, and Springfield. Create a comfortable nest with a blanket or pillow, grab some water, and bring a journal if you wish. We’ll draw from the work of Tricia Hersey. To receive the link, email Jesi at DLRE@PeoriaUUChurch.org or sign up here https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/192803.
February 25, 20256:00 pm - 7:30 pm Conference Room
Inquirers Series Tuesdays in February at 6pm Conference Room & Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/3h8f5jyj Visitors, newcomers, and new members are invited to participate in the Inquirers Series—the first step on our Faith Forward Path. This series of nine topics offers a general introduction to our congregation and Unitarian Universalism. The series will run for four weeks in February. For more information or to RSVP, email Regina Stanley at membership@peoriauuchurch.org.
February 25, 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pm RE Meeting Room
New Evening Connection Circle 2nd & 4th Tuesdays through May, 7-9pm RE Meeting Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/rbh3tyf2 Are you in search of a safe, soul-refreshing small group? A Connection Circle can provide you with one! Join other UUs and friends in groups of 4-10 to explore thoughtful topics. All circles have personal check-in and check-out times where we share what’s on our hearts and minds. You are welcome to join in person or on Zoom. No need to RSVP. Please text or call Jeanette Gruber at 309-383-3111 with questions.
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
February 25, 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr
Join us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHras we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion, and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking.
ONLINE BIBLICAL LITERACY PART I SERIES - OPEN TO ALL!
Wednesdays, Feb 12 - March 19
7:00pm-8:30 pm CT on Zoom
Deadline to register February 10
The Faith Forward program out of the First Unitarian Church of Dallas is excited to offer an online session of "Biblical Literacy for Unitarian Universalists" for all congregations. We will offer this 11-week course in two parts, one in the winter and one in the fall. Part I includes the sessions "Approaching the Bible - Many Books, Many Sources," "God and Covenant," "Jesus in the Gospels," "Kingdom of God Parables," "Creation Stories,” and “The Bible and Our Lives.” This is a unique opportunity to explore the Bible through a Unitarian Universalist lens.
For more information or to register, email Faith Forward Coordinator Rev. Lora Brandis at faithforward@dallasuu.org. Deadline to register is Monday, February 10.
February 27, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm Tadoughs, Tanglewood Shopping Plaza, 7024 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
Mugs & Musings ~ Thursdays at 10am
In February, we will meet at
Tadoughs in Tanglewood Plaza ~
7024 N University, Peoria
Drop in and join Membership Coordinator
Regina Stanley to discuss whatever is on your mind. Questions? Contact Regina at 309-648-2767 or membership@peoriauuchurch.org.
Come learn about the nutritional and medicinal uses of herbs in community. We will explore the history of Peoria through its cuisine: the Native, French, German, Lebanese, and more. We will occasionally prepare a dish to share after service on Sunday. For more information, contact Kevin Cashmer at kevincashmer44@gmail.com.