We are making 64 sack lunches for our unhoused neighbors in East Palo Alto and Redwood City, followed by an optional delivery caravan. There are two ways to help: 1) Morning Prep (9:00 a.m. @ UUCPA) and/or 2) Afternoon Delivery (11:30 a.m. @ East Palo … read more.
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Family Service Project: Make & Deliver Sack Lunches: Saturday, Nov 8
November 8th, 2025 by webadmin
Second Sunday Lunch – Nov 9 – Burrito Bar
November 8th, 2025 by webadmin
Auction News—Get Ready!
November 8th, 2025 by webadminThank you for all of your Auction donations.
It’s gonna be a fabulous Auction Party—in only 1 week—on Saturday, November 15, from 5:30 to 9 p.m.
There will be activities for kids, live music from Seascape Sounds,,the returning beloved Balloon Lady, tasty treats and drinks, and lots to bid on to support our community. The plan is for the Auction Catalog to be ready at the UUCPA Auction website starting Thursday, November 13.
That way, you can think about the Auction items you want to win—good things to eat, events, parties, gift baskets, handmade items, and much more.
To ensure a fantastic party, we still need volunteers on party night:
- CRITICAL: Heat and plate food in the kitchen (4–6 or 6–8 PM)
- Check in guests in the lobby (6:30–8 PM)
- Close silent auction rooms
- Inventory control to give items to winning bidders
Sign up online at Auction Volunteers 2025 or at the patio Auction table this Sunday.
For questions or help, come to the patio table or email auction@uucpa.org.
See you at the Auction on Saturday, November 15, from 5:30 to 9 PM!

SAVE THE DATE: UUCPA Choir Concert Saturday, Dec 6, 4PM!
November 8th, 2025 by webadminOn Saturday, December 6, at 4 PM, in the Main Hall, the UUCPA Adult Choir presents “In Winter’s Glow: Songs of Joy and Wonder”—with music that will take you back, warm your heart, and tickle your funny bone and special guests Melissa Sondhi, soprano, and Michael Kuo, … read more.

Volunteer Opportunity: LifeMoves Craft Kit Project – Nov 16 (RSVP is requested)
November 8th, 2025 by webadminJoin us for our 4th annual family service project providing craft kits to neighbors in LifeMoves transitional housing. We need help assembling 135 total craft kits (adult and child versions) for families served by this important Justice Partner. When: Sunday, November 16, 2025 from 10:00 … read more.

SciFi/Fantasy Discussion Group Next Meeting — November 19th — the film “Mars Express” (2023)
November 8th, 2025 by webadminOur next meeting is November 19, 7-8:30, on Zoom. We’ll discuss the film, “Mars Express” (2023). At the end of the meeting, we will choose a book for our January 21st meeting. Bill Hackenberger (scifi+owner@uucpa.org)

Become an OWL Facilitator – Jan 9 – 11 in Person Training at UUCPA
November 8th, 2025 by webadminHelp our youth grow with courage and care! Train as an Our Whole Lives (OWL) facilitator for Grades 7–9 and 10–12 And you’ll also be certified to teach the younger levels (K–1 and 4–6). Become a trusted guide for conversations about values, identity, and healthy … read more.

UUCPA Campus Closures during the Campus Vision Remodel
November 8th, 2025 by webadminThis regular announcement describes the current closures and cautions on campus, as construction begins on our Campus Vision remodel project . Current status on closures can also be found here on the church website.
FOR YOUR SAFETY AT ALL TIMES, PLEASE … read more.

Autumn’s Turn: Remembering, Reflecting, and Giving Thanks — Rev. Peter Farriday
November 1st, 2025 by webadminIn 1991, Halloween was approaching in my home town of St. Paul, Minnesota. Just as when I was young kids were eager to don their costumes, fill their bags with treats, then head to the local park for a neighborhood get-together. There they could warm … read more.

Looking for a family-friendly volunteer activity?
November 1st, 2025 by webadminCYRE and the Social Justice Action Council have two family-friendly service opportunities coming up in the next few weeks!
1) Next Saturday, November 8 — Onyxx Village sack lunches
What: Make sandwiches and pack and deliver sack lunches for unhoused neighbors with our Justice Partner Onyxx Village
Where: UUCPA/neighboring communities
When: Saturday, … read more.