The Great UU Book Sale Friday and Saturday, Nov. 7 & 8, 8am – 3pm Universalist Unitarian Church 3000 West Richwoods Blvd. ~ Peoria Come spend some time looking through our great selection of books! We have so many that you are certain to find some you will...
Storytelling for Social Change Sundays, August 10th, 17th, 24th 12:00 Noon, UUCP Conference Room Childcare Provided With political division becoming more pronounced it can often be difficult to cut through the noise and really listen to the people talking to us about...
IT IS TIME FOR THE UU AUCTION! Saturday, March 22nd @ 5:30 in Fellowship Hall Listed below are all the ways to be involved! 1. The Online Auction is now live! Use the button below to check out all the online items and start bidding! This will run until the end...
Come check out our annual rummage sale this year on July 26-27! This sale is huge! Why spend time going from garage sale to garage sale in the summer heat when you can be here with everything under one air-conditioned roof! Friday 8am-5pm and Saturday 8am-3pm....
ALL AGES Saturday, December 23rd @ 6:00 PM Spend a moment in the darkness with Keepers of the Great Grove and help call back the light. We’ll start with an indoor ritual and weather permitting will have a yule fire outdoors and Luminary walk on the property. Warm...
PREPARING FOR LUGHNASADH RITUAL Tuesday, July 18, 5:30 PM, Sanctuary All those with speaking roles in the Sunday, July 30, Lughnasadh service will gather to run through the script and block the service. MAKING MUFFINS FOR LUGHNASADH Saturday, July 29, Noon, Kitchen...
NEW DATE – MAY 5TH @ 7:00 PM Trans Day of Visibility Celebration Trans Day of Visibility is dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments of transgender and gender nonconforming people while raising awareness of the work that still needs to be done to achieve...
Ostara Ritual Sunday, March 19th @ 5:00 pm Ostara is celebrated on the spring equinox and is a time to celebrate rebirth and renewal. Hosted by the Universalist Unitarian Church of Peoria in collaboration with Susan Smith and The Cauldron of Knowledge. Join us for a...
Imbolc Ritual Sunday Feb 19th @ 4:00 pm Fellowship Hall This cross-quarter holiday takes place at the midway point between the winter solstice (Yule) and the spring equinox (Ostara). It has long been recognized as the beginning of the end of winter, marked by the...
Saturday December 3rd, 3:00 – 5:00 PM Join us for our annual ornament crafting and decorating party. All ages are welcome to lend a hand to make this year’s tree the most festive yet! You will be guided through stations to work on new ornaments and old favorites...
Sunday, Nov 20 at 6:00 PM Join Peoria Proud at our Universalist Unitarian Church of Peoria for our annual observance of the Transgender Day of Remembrance. Transgender Day of Remembrance is an internationally-honored event that honors the lives of transgender...
November 19th & 20th, 2022 Saturday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Join us for our book sale! Members shop before the 10:30 AM service on Sunday, November 20th. Bags are just $5.00 each on...
STREAM THE CONCERT ON ZOOM Sunday, September 11, 2022 at 7:00 pm Universalist Unitarian Church of Peoria Through their innovative blending of classical and traditional forms, Larksgrove brings a fresh voice to the musical scene. Peter Zay, cello and guitar, and...
BE A PART OF THE BEAUTY OF US! MAKE A DONATION TODAY Silver linings can be found in the darkest of storm clouds. One of the most beautiful silverlinings of the past few years has been that more and more people have turned to the arts.We are finding renewed joy...
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...
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.
October 2, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm CxT Roasting Company - Keller Station, 6035 Knoxville Ave Ste 101, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
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.
We will be exploring the 2,500-year-old ideas in the Chinese Tao Te Ching. Gene Mialkowski and Bill Keefner will facilitate, and our primary source will be the Tao Te Ching as interpreted by Stephen Mitchell with occasional references to other translations and interpretations. The goal is to have lively, insightful discussions on the meaning of the Tao and how it applies to society today and to us as individuals. Bring your copy of the Tao Te Ching if you have one.
October 4, 20254:00 pm - 5:30 pm Springdale Cemetery, 3014 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603, USA
Springdale Cemetery Actors’ Tour
Saturday, October 4, 4pm
$15/adult & $10/child
Join our UU group to step back in time and meet some of Peoria’s fascinating past residents brought to life by costumed actors! You’ll pay at the cemetery—we just need to give them a headcount in advance. Members are encouraged to carpool. Sign up at https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/221708 Questions? Email Tim Herold at herold1961@gmail.com.
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
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.
Spiritual 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!
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
October 7, 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.
October 9, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm CxT Roasting Company - Keller Station, 6035 Knoxville Ave Ste 101, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
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.
We will be exploring the 2,500-year-old ideas in the Chinese Tao Te Ching. Gene Mialkowski and Bill Keefner will facilitate, and our primary source will be the Tao Te Ching as interpreted by Stephen Mitchell with occasional references to other translations and interpretations. The goal is to have lively, insightful discussions on the meaning of the Tao and how it applies to society today and to us as individuals. Bring your copy of the Tao Te Ching if you have one.
October 12, 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.
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.
Join us for this monthly virtual event designed to offer spiritual grounding, political analysis, and collective action. This month, we gather on Indigenous Peoples’ Day to get grounded with story by Katie Resendiz, who most recently served as Director of Children's Ministry at the UU Congregation of Phoenix, and UU minister Rev. Clyde Grubbs (Texas Cherokee) will invite us to examine Colonialism violently imposed on the land and people in contrast to the indigenous understanding of all our relations. Join us live or watch the recording later.
The Gathering is Side with Love's monthly event to strengthen your spirit, make sense of the threats to democracy, and take meaningful action alongside others!
Inquirers 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
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
October 14, 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.
October 16, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm CxT Roasting Company - Keller Station, 6035 Knoxville Ave Ste 101, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
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.
We will be exploring the 2,500-year-old ideas in the Chinese Tao Te Ching. Gene Mialkowski and Bill Keefner will facilitate, and our primary source will be the Tao Te Ching as interpreted by Stephen Mitchell with occasional references to other translations and interpretations. The goal is to have lively, insightful discussions on the meaning of the Tao and how it applies to society today and to us as individuals. Bring your copy of the Tao Te Ching if you have one.
Games & Prizes! Tricks & Treats! Cookie Decorating! Monster Mash Dance Contest! Snack Bar Potluck! Costumes Encouraged!
UUCP members, friends, and visitors are welcome to join the Halloween fun! We need your help to make it special. Bring your goblins, host a game, play the mad scientist, help with cookie decorating, set up, or clean up—there are roles for everyone! And please bring a Halloween-themed food item for our potluck snack bar. Sign up in RE Commons or at https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/228587.
Join us to prepare the Great Grove for the Haunted Forest! We’ll do sidewalk cleanup around the building as well. Please wear appropriate clothing. Questions? Email Evan Stubbs at sirstubby@hotmail.com.
October 19, 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.
October 19, 202512:00 pm - 1:00 pm Conference Room or Zoom (link in description)
Social Impact Committee Meeting Sunday, October 19, Noon Conference Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/3nkuzhyx The Social Impact Committee will be meeting to plan for the November Congregational Meeting. All who would like to participate in this work are invited to attend. See Rev Jennifer Innis with questions.
October 19, 20252:00 pm - 5:00 pm Lakeview Parking Lot
Peoria Proud Trunk-or-Treat
Sunday, October 19, 2-5pm (Set Up at 12:45pm)
Lakeview Parking Lot
We’ve signed up to host a trunk at Peoria Proud’s First Annual Trunk-or-Treat! Email Jesi Laughlin at DLRE@peoriaUUchurch.org to help host, or bring your kiddos for tricks and treats!
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.
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!
October 21: Hinduism ~ November 18: Judaism ~ December 16: Islam
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
October 21, 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.
October 23, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm CxT Roasting Company - Keller Station, 6035 Knoxville Ave Ste 101, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
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.
October 23, 202511:30 am - 1:30 pm Conference Room
Bring your own lunch and join in conversation with others. This lunchtime community is open to anyone who wants to come! Questions? Contact the church office at office@peoriauuchurch.org.
We will be exploring the 2,500-year-old ideas in the Chinese Tao Te Ching. Gene Mialkowski and Bill Keefner will facilitate, and our primary source will be the Tao Te Ching as interpreted by Stephen Mitchell with occasional references to other translations and interpretations. The goal is to have lively, insightful discussions on the meaning of the Tao and how it applies to society today and to us as individuals. Bring your copy of the Tao Te Ching if you have one.
October 25, 20257:00 pm - 8:30 pm Church & Great Grove
Haunted Forest
Saturday, October 25, 7-8:30pm
$5/person cash or credit
Enter the Forest If You Dare! Haunted Woods, Tricks & Treats, Campfire, Samhain Ritual, Witches Dance, Tarot Readings, and more!
Dare to enter the trail through the Haunted Forest, where ghouls and goblins eagerly await your visit! Our haunted forest is specifically designed to be just the right amount of fright. Scary enough for brave kids and adults of all ages, but not so scary or gory you’ll have nightmares! Parents must supervise children at all times. Costumes encouraged! Donations appreciated. Come for any or all activities!
October 26, 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.
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.
We’ll read and discuss young adult books that have been banned or challenged—books that spark meaningful conversations around social justice, identity, and the values we hold dear as UUs. Books are available locally at Lit on Fire, online at bookshop.org/shop/UUCP, for free at your local library.
This month’s selection, Crank by Ellen Hopkins, tells the story of how one summer’s drug use changes the course of honors student Kristina Snow’s life, showing that addiction can strike any
person or family. Kristina is only 16 when she first uses crystal meth, which she dubs “the monster.” Written in hypnotic, broken verse, the novel is loosely based on the struggles of Hopkins’s own daughter. Minimal words and granular details immerse the reader in the psyche of a teenager dealing with drug addiction. A New York Times bestseller, Crank is also regularly featured on banned-book lists for its depictions of addiction and sex.
Join us this month or in the future:
Nov 25: The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
October 28, 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.
October 30, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm CxT Roasting Company - Keller Station, 6035 Knoxville Ave Ste 101, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
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.
We will be exploring the 2,500-year-old ideas in the Chinese Tao Te Ching. Gene Mialkowski and Bill Keefner will facilitate, and our primary source will be the Tao Te Ching as interpreted by Stephen Mitchell with occasional references to other translations and interpretations. The goal is to have lively, insightful discussions on the meaning of the Tao and how it applies to society today and to us as individuals. Bring your copy of the Tao Te Ching if you have one.
