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- November 14, 2025
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Lantern Walk: Light in the Darkness
November 14, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fellowship Hall & Great GroveLantern Walk: Light in the Darkness
Friday, November 14, 5:30–7:30pm
As autumn deepens and twilight falls a little earlier each day, join us for an evening that sparkles with light, laughter, and togetherness. Our Lantern Walk will be a magical, multi-generational gathering to warm the spirit and kindle connection. We’ll begin indoors with a meal of vegan soup and fresh bread. Bring a dish to share if you wish—but no pressure—your presence is the real gift. Next, we’ll craft whimsical lanterns to carry our light into the night. Stories will be told, gentle joy will be shared, and then—lanterns in hand—we’ll step outside to walk together, scattering a trail of light through the Great Grove. Come take part in this cozy, hope-filled evening of community, warmth, and wonder. All are welcome. Bring your light—and let it shine! RSVP online (watch the Friday UU News for the link) or on the sign-up sheet in the foyer.
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- November 16, 2025
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A Course in Miracles
November 16, 2025 8:45 am - 10:00 am
Conference RoomYou 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.
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Life Force Tai Chi
November 16, 2025 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Meet in FoyerLife 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. -
Sunday Afternoon CC
November 16, 2025 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
RE Meting Room/Senior High RoomGalen
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Congregational Meeting
November 16, 2025 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Congregational Meeting
Sunday, November 16, 12:15pm, In Person or Zoom at https://bit.ly/3sxzsci
Please join us in person and online for the fall congregational meeting. The agenda includes an update about church finances and the Trust. This meeting is also the time to vote on the major Social Impact projects for the coming year. See Edward Flint, Board President, for information. Members who joined before 10/19/25 are eligible to vote. Childcare is provided. Please bring finger foods to share for a brief potluck lunch before the meeting.AGENDA
1. Welcome – Edward Flint, President
2. Confirm Quorum
3. Financial Update
a. State of Church Finances Report - Austin Locke, Treasurer / Stewardship
b. Trust Update - Jeanette Gruber, Trust Board President
4. Social Impact Committee
- Social Justice Projects for 2025-2026 (VOTE NEEDED)
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PRC (Peoria Recorder Consort) Practice
November 16, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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Offsite: Affirming Faiths Youth Friendsgiving
November 16, 2025 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
United Presbyterian Church, 2400 W Northmoor Rd, Peoria, IL 61614, USAAffirming Faiths Youth Friendsgiving
Sun., Nov. 16, 4-7pm
United Presbyterian Church, 2400 W Northmoor Rd
Join the youth in grades 5-12 from area LGBTQ Affirming Faiths to celebrate Friendsgiving! Bring a dish to pass and join in the fellowship, food, and fun!
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- November 17, 2025
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LGBTQIA2S+ at UUCP
November 17, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Conference RoomDo 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.
- November 18, 2025
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Accessible Nature Exploration
November 18, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Great Grove & Indoors at the ChurchAccessible Nature Exploration
Tuesday, November 18th, 10am
Hosted by ACORN, a U of I Master Naturalist Group
Meet at the Great Grove, Teens & Older are Invited
Dress for the weather to explore the oaks in the Great Grove with Master Naturalist Jen McDaniel. We will walk slowly, never leave anyone behind, and keep an easy pace. There will be lots of time for observation and photo ops. Following the hike, Peggy West will host a small art project indoors. Free and Open to ACORN members and UU Church community
Please RSVP to JenniferCloseMcDaniel@gmail.com
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Tuesday Morning Connection Circle
November 18, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Crossing Paths: An Exploration of World Religions
November 18, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Crossing Paths: An Exploration of World Religions 3rd Tuesdays, In-Person or on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3sxzsci
Each month, we will learn about a different faith tradition and the central struggle that faith wrestles with, taking inspiration from author Stephen Prothero. We will notice how this faith crosses our own UU faith’s path. Participants will have an opportunity at a later date to visit a local faith community. RSVP at https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/221451 or just drop in!
November 18: Judaism
December 16: Islam
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Finance/Personnel Committee In-Person or Zoom #2
November 18, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Conference RoomBill K
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Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
November 18, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHrJoin us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as 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.
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- November 19, 2025
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Private Homeschool Group
November 19, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
RE Commons, Fellowship Hall, & Playground -
Administrative Team
November 19, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Zoom 3 - conference room or library -
In Person Board Meeting (virtual option)
November 19, 2025 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Conference RoomZoom #2
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- November 20, 2025
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Mugs & Musings
November 20, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cafe Santa Rosa, 1327 E Kelly Ave, Peoria Heights, IL 61616, USADrop 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.
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Third Thursday Ladies' Lunch
November 20, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Hong Kong Buffet, 7708 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USAJoin us to enjoy a wide variety of Asian cuisine. The buffet includes Japanese, Chinese, and American food. Please RSVP to Carlette at 309-258-5890.
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- November 21, 2025
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Offsite: Peoria Rivermen Hockey Outing
November 21, 2025 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm
Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL 61602, USAPeoria Rivermen Hockey Night
Friday, Nov. 21, 7:15pm, Peoria Civic Center
Hockey fans, it’s time to cheer on the Peoria Rivermen as they hit the ice! Tickets are just $31 each, but if we get 10 or more people to sign up, the tickets will be $19 each! Members are encouraged to carpool from the church. Sign up at https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/227035 or email Tim Herold at herold1961@gmail.com.
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- November 23, 2025
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A Course in Miracles
November 23, 2025 8:45 am - 10:00 am
Conference RoomYou 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.
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Stewardship Committee Meeting
November 23, 2025 11:45 am - 12:45 pm
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Soup for School Outreach Luncheon
November 23, 2025 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Fellowship HallSouper Sunday for School Outreach
Sunday, November 23, After service, Fellowship Hall
Suggested Donation: $5/person; $20/family
Come enjoy some delicious soup and show your support for Pleasant Valley Outreach! This is our largest fundraiser, and we are in desperate need of funds. Approximately 96% of the families whose children attend Pleasant Valley Middle School live at poverty level, and some will soon lose government assistance. We provide weekend food for the 36 families who are most in need. The cost of food is up, even at the food bank. We estimate needing $5,000 this year to continue what we are doing. (Right now, we have less than $2,000.) So, please, come, enjoy a delicious meal and help support this great cause! We will have at least 6 soups to choose from, bread, crackers, and dessert.
If you would like to help by making a big pot of soup, bringing a dessert, or helping in the kitchen, please call or text Bernie Humphrey (309-350-4199) or Susan Bopp (910-547-0143).
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Mah Jongg for UUs
November 23, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Fellowship HallDo 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.
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- November 24, 2025
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- November 25, 2025
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UU Can't Ban My Books (Virtual)
November 25, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Conference Rm & Zoom (link in description)In-Person or Zoom at https://bit.ly/3sxzsci
This fourth Tuesday is the final installment for UU Can’t Ban My Books. Come ready to read courageously, reflect deeply, and stand up for the stories that matter. Books are available locally at Lit on Fire, online at bookshop.org/shop/UUCP, for free at your local library.
This month’s selection is The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie, whose easygoing humor and prose are well-suited to his young audience. Alexie doesn’t pull many punches as he levels his eye at stereotypes, both warranted and inapt. A few of the plotlines fade to gray by the end, but this ultimately affirms the incredible power of best friends to hurt and heal in equal measure. Younger teens looking for the strength to lift themselves out of rough situations would do well to start here. This book was the most-challenged book in the United States from 2010 to 2019.
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Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
November 25, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHrJoin us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as 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.
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- November 26, 2025
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Private Homeschool Group
November 26, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
RE Commons, Fellowship Hall, & Playground
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- November 27, 2025
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Potluck Thanksgiving Dinner
November 27, 2025 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Fellowship HallPotluck Thanksgiving Dinner
Thursday, Nov. 27, Noon Setup, Fellowship Hall
Enjoy the holiday tradition of a turkey dinner with your church friends, family, and guests on Thanksgiving Day. We need folks to set up, bring food, and help clean up. We’ll start setting up at noon and eat at 1pm. Please bring a dish to contribute. There will be a contribution basket to defray the cost of additional supplies. Sign up at the table in the foyer or contact the church office at office@peoriauuchurch.org or 309-688-5608. If you miss your chance to sign up in advance, please come at noon to help set up and bring a dish to share.
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- November 28, 2025
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Retired Men's Last Friday Lunch
November 28, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Childer's Eatery on UniversityJoin other retired UU men for lunch on the last Friday of the month. Questions? Email Bill Keefner at wkeef84@gmail.com.
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- November 30, 2025
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A Course in Miracles
November 30, 2025 8:45 am - 10:00 am
Conference RoomYou 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.
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Help the Holidays Happen
November 30, 2025 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Whole ChurchHelp the Holidays Happen at UUCP
Sunday, November 30, Noon
Bring your gloves and help get holiday décor out of storage, build a tree, and fluff the poinsettia. Many hands will make this holiday task a breeze!
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- December 1, 2025
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- December 2, 2025
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Tuesday Morning Connection Circle
December 2, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Spiritual Practices
December 2, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Conference RoomSpiritual Practices: A Time for Self-Reflection 1st Tuesdays, In-Person Only
This series helps participants develop regular disciplines of the spirit—practices that help us connect with the sacred. Spiritual practice affirms religious diversity while seeking unity in our communal quest for meaning and wholeness. Each session offers a forum for learning, sharing, and growth that can enrich our personal faith journeys. RSVP at https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/221451 or just drop in!
October 7 ~ Prayer
November 4 ~ Meditation
December 2 ~ Worship & Ritual
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Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
December 2, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHrJoin us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as 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.
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- December 3, 2025
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Private Homeschool Group
December 3, 2025 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
RE Commons, Fellowship Hall, & Playground -
Administrative Team
December 3, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Zoom 3 - conference room or library -
CUUPs Meeting
December 3, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Conference RoomKeepers of the Great Grove ~ CUUPs
1st Wednesday of the month, 6-7:30pm
Conference Room or Zoom
at https://tinyurl.com/2nyj5zet
Join us for our monthly member-led meetings. We will go over general business, discuss and plan for upcoming Sabat celebrations, and a member will lead a different enrichment topic each month. CUUPs stands for Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans. All are welcome.
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- December 4, 2025
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- December 6, 2025
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Offsite: ACORN Equality Fund Breakfast
December 6, 2025 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Embassy Suites by Hilton East Peoria Riverfront Hotel & Conference Center, 100 Conference Center Dr, East Peoria, IL 61611, USAJoin us to recognize the achievements of LGBTQ+ and allied students and to raise money for future awards. We have reserved a table. Tickets are $47.50/each. Email office@peoriauuchurch.org to purchase.
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Deck the Halls
December 6, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fellowship HallDeck the Halls
Saturday, December 6, 2-4pm
Save the date for this UUCP holiday tradition! We will craft ornaments to hang on our tree, sip hot cocoa, and sing some carols.
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- December 7, 2025
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A Course in Miracles
December 7, 2025 8:45 am - 10:00 am
Conference RoomYou 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.
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Life Force Tai Chi
December 7, 2025 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Meet on FoyerLife Force Tai Chi
First & Third Sundays
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. -
Holiday Fair Trade Shopping
December 7, 2025 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Fellowship HallHoliday Fair Trade Shopping
Sunday, December 7
10:30am for kids and youth to shop without their caregivers
After Worship for everyone
Kids can shop during the service with an elf helper (UUCP Youth) and everyone is welcome to shop in Fellowship Hall during coffee hour. There will be a variety of items at all price points, with prices starting at $3, many around $10, and even more above that. The sale is hosted by Ten Thousand Villages. This is a great way to pick up Fair Trade gifts for your holiday giving. -
Sunday Afternoon CC
December 7, 2025 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
RE Meeting Room/Senior High RoomGalen
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PRC (Peoria Recorder Consort) Practice
December 7, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Sanctuary
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- December 8, 2025
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- December 9, 2025
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Inquirers for Newcomers & Visitors
December 9, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Conference RoomInquirers for Newcomers & Visitors 2nd Tuesdays, In-Person Only
This is a series of conversations about the Universalist Unitarian Church of Peoria and our Unitarian Universalist faith. Designed for visitors and newcomers, these conversations could be a first step to membership at UUCP. RSVP at https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/221451 or just drop in!
October 14 ~ Faith Development for Children & Adults and Worship & the Liturgical Year
November 11 ~ Pastoral Care and Small Group Connections
December 9 ~ Social Action, Community Service & Racial Justice and Membership 101
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Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
December 9, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHrJoin us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as 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.
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- December 10, 2025
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Private Homeschool Group
December 10, 2025 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
RE Commons, Fellowship Hall, & Playground -
Administrative Team
December 10, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Amethyst Circle: An Addiction Recovery Group
December 10, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Re Meeting Room or ZoomAmethyst Circle: An Addiction Recovery Group Following UU Values
RE Meeting Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/3u7f8yh2
Gather with others to offer and receive support on your addiction journey. This group is facilitated by Tony Huerta and is open to all.
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- December 11, 2025
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Thursday Afternoon CC
December 11, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Conference RoomRev. Jennifer
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