Category Newsletter

Starting Point starts September 27

September 26th, 2026 by

Are you new or newish to the Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto? Want to deepen your connection with the congregation but aren’t sure how? Or understand more about what it means to be a UU? If so, Starting Point is for you. 

We will meet four … read more.

ALJ Class – A Research-Based Exploration of After-Death Communication, Sept 27

September 26th, 2026 by

The UUCPA ALJ committee announces A Research-Based Exploration of After-Death Communication class led by Sally Clark.  This class explores the meaningful and often deeply personal topic of After-Death Communication (ADC). It offers an opportunity to consider the many ways people may experience a sense of … read more.

You’re invited: UUCPA B4 Workshop – Sat. Oct. 10, 9 am (Zoom)

September 26th, 2026 by

Thank you to the 112 (!) people for filling out our Congregational Survey!!

Next, please fill out the B4 Survey (yes, another one!) by October 4. (~10 min)

Finally, sign up for our Break Barriers, Build Beliefs (B4) workshop … read more.

Announcing the Establishment of the UUCPA Endowment Fund!

September 26th, 2026 by

We’re glad to share a meaningful step for our congregation’s future. At its September meeting, the Board voted unanimously to establish the UUCPA Endowment Fund — a permanent fund to help secure the church’s financial foundation for generations to come.

The endowment is inspired and founded … read more.

Join a Circle Supper—Dates Available in Oct and Nov!

September 26th, 2026 by

Interested in making new connections at UUCPA? Join an informal potluck
Circle Supper
this fall hosted at a UUCPA member’s home! Over a meal is a great way to get to know each other.  We currently have available suppers dates between October 3 and November 7. Use this
Circle Supper sign-up form
to choose a supper that works for you.The host will contact you to confirm and give details. If you’re a longtime member, consider inviting someone you’ve recently met to help them get to know more of us.If you have any questions or would like to host a Circle Supper, send email to
circlesuppers@uucpa.org
.

Playspace and Seating Update

September 26th, 2026 by

Thank you all for your support and feedback with the playspace experiment this past month. We heard that while the playspace is appreciated; the lobby is isolating and that’s the opposite of our goal for this space. We are continuing this experiment by moving the … read more.

Auction News—Time to donate!

September 26th, 2026 by

Your donation to the UUCPA Live and Silent Auction benefits the church while it builds connection and the ties that bind us. Some ideas (but feel free to dream up your own!):

A weekend at your family cabin

A food event (high tea, brunch, themed dinner, cheese tasting)

A game night … read more.

Peninsula/South Bay Campaign Kickoff & Rally for Prop 4, the California Fair Elections Act at UUCPA – October 3, 2:30 pm

September 26th, 2026 by

Please come to the Peninsula/South Bay Campaign Kickoff & Rally for Prop 4, the California Fair Elections Act, in the Main Hall on Saturday, October 3, 2:30-4:30pm. Speakers include Assm. Alex Lee (Joint author of Prop 4), Sen. Josh Becker, Sen. Dave Cortese, Assm. Marc Berman, … read more.

January Book Event to be Co-Sponsored by UUCPA

September 26th, 2026 by

The Action Council and the Board of Trustees have approved a request from the Welcoming team for UUCPA to be a co-sponsor of the following event coming in January 2027:

Nico Lang Book Event on January 18, 2027:  Book talk by longtime LGBTQ+ journalist Nico Lang (they/them) … read more.

UUCPA Campus Closures during the Campus Vision Remodel

September 26th, 2026 by

Closure of the exit driveway is soon. When signs appear, the entrance driveway will have NO PARKING and TWO-WAY TRAFFIC. Please use care.

CURRENT CLOSURE STATUS:

KITCHEN + CHOIR … read more.