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Happy 2026 Greetings and SalUUtations!

I hope you and yours enjoyed a lovely and restorative holiday season, and wish you all the best in the new year.

I’m writing to say that I’ve been putting together some thoughts that link outlooks on the human soul to personal … read more.

On Sunday, February 22 and Sunday, March 22, Rev. Peter will lead us in a lively, two-part discussion of A Chosen Faith: An Introduction to Unitarian Universalism, by prominent UU ministers John Buehrens and the late Forrest Church. This classic book examines aspects of UU history, theology, congregational community, … read more.

As many of you know, on Dec. 11th our community lost beloved members Kay and Byron Brown when, after recent steep health declines and a hospitalization for each of them, they both chose a death-with-dignity surrounded by their five children. Their joint Memorial/Celebration-of-Life service will take place at UUCPA and online on Sunday, January 11th, at 1pm. (Our normally scheduled Second Sunday Lunch will move to the third Sunday, January 18th.) Rev. Cat Boyle and I hope those of you who knew Byron and Kay will be present to commemorate their lives and honor their deaths. Meanwhile we join you in mourning their loss, and on behalf of UUCPA send our heartfelt condolences to their family and other friends.

In gratitude and sympathy, Rev. Peter Farriday

Starting Sunday, January 4, the Main Hall will be cooler than you are used to. You may wish to keep your jackets on. Details below.

FOR YOUR SAFETY AT ALL TIMES, PLEASE RESPECT ANY BARRIERS AND SIGNAGE ON … read more.

Starting January 25, 2026 during our usual Sunday School time (10:45 AM-11:45 AM), UUCPA is offering K-1 and 4-6 OWL classes.  “Our Whole Lives” (OWL) for elementary students is a comprehensive sexuality education curriculum.  It is a comprehensive, values-based program designed to provide age-appropriate information on topics like human development, relationships, and … read more.

I share with the congregation our deep sense of loss at the passing of Kay and Byron Brown. I also want to honor Kay’s indomitable spirit and no-nonsense approach to life by saying that UUCPA needs your help to find our next Treasurer, a position … read more.

The Forum meets from 8:45 to 10:15 am on Sunday mornings. Here are the Forum topics for January, 2026:

1/4 What are you hoping to make happen in your life in 2026? 

1/11 How long has it been since you made a new friend? Is it time … read more.

This year’s Undie Sunday campaign was once again a great success!  Thank you to everyone who participated!  We donated numerous undies, hats, socks, coats, notebooks, sleeping bags, and more to the Opportunity Center’s annual Holiday Faire.  All items have been delivered, and the Faire will … read more.

Thank you to all of you who have made the 2025 UUCPA Auction a huge success!

 If you donated items to the auction, you should have received an email with the subject “UUCPA 2025 AUCTION donation receipt” from “Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto – UUCPA … read more.