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Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto

505 East Charleston Road
Palo Alto, CA 94306

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650-494-0541

uucpa@uucpa.org

We gather,
our different paths entwined,
to deepen our spiritual lives:
nourishing connection,
learning from each other,
caring for each other,
tending to our world.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto
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Justice News

  • UUCPA Signs Letter Protesting Anti-Muslim Rhetoric by Public Officials

    UUCPA Signs Letter Protesting Anti-Muslim Rhetoric by Public Officials
  • Action Council Votes to Sign Letter Protesting Anti-Muslim Rhetoric by Public Officials

  • UUCPA Recommends a NO vote on Proposition 45

  • UUCPA Recommends a YES vote on Proposition 1

  • January Book Event to be Co-Sponsored by UUCPA

    January Book Event to be Co-Sponsored by UUCPA
  • Join Our Justice Partner, Canopy, on Sept 26

    Join Our Justice Partner, Canopy, on Sept 26
  • Notification of Endorsement Request in Progress

    Notification of Endorsement Request in Progress
  • Request for UUCPA to endorse Proposition 4

    Request for UUCPA to endorse Proposition 4
  • Notification of Use of UUCPA Banner

    Notification of Use of UUCPA Banner
  • Announcing the Justice Partners for FY26-27

    Announcing the Justice Partners for FY26-27
  • Approval of Request to Use UUCPA Banners

    Approval of Request to Use UUCPA Banners
  • UUCPA Backpack Drive with Onyxx Village Connection starts Jan 25

    UUCPA Backpack Drive with Onyxx Village Connection starts Jan 25
  • UUCPA Recommended Exhibit: County of Santa Clara Displays “Honoring the Children of Palestine. They deserve to play” Memorial To Honor the Children Killed

  • Action Council approves signature gathering

    Action Council approves signature gathering
  • Undie Sunday Thank You!

    Undie Sunday Thank You!
  • November service project updates

    November service project updates
  • Announcing New UUCPA Action Council Members – Updated

    Announcing New UUCPA Action Council Members - Updated
  • Announcing a New Justice Project: Immigrant Action

    Announcing a New Justice Project: Immigrant Action
  • Want to help humanitarian efforts in Gaza?

    Want to help humanitarian efforts in Gaza?
  • Immigration Action Assistance for Yamileth

  • Hotel de Zink: Every Meal Covered—Thank You!

    Hotel de Zink: Every Meal Covered—Thank You!
  • The LA Immigration Court Came Through!

  • Join Clean Money Aug. 26 Lobby Day for UUCPA endorsed bill

    Join Clean Money Aug. 26 Lobby Day for UUCPA endorsed bill
  • August 2025 Action Council Endorsements

    August 2025 Action Council Endorsements
  • Making UUCPA a sanctuary for all

    Making UUCPA a sanctuary for all
  • Thanks from Heart and Home

    Thanks from Heart and Home
  • Weaving the Web: The life-cycle of a group

    Weaving the Web: The life-cycle of a group
  • Nonprofit Support Letter Signed

    Nonprofit Support Letter Signed
  • Palo Alto Affordable Housing Fair – May 17, 2025

    Palo Alto Affordable Housing Fair - May 17, 2025
  • Notification of endorsement request

    Notification of endorsement request
  • Two Noteworthy Non-UUCPA Events Coming Up

  • What to do if ICE shows up at your congregation, place of worship, non-profit business, clinic, or private employer – May 7

    What to do if ICE shows up at your congregation, place of worship, non-profit business, clinic, or private employer - May 7
  • UUCPA comes out for justice in deportation dispute

    UUCPA comes out for justice in deportation dispute
  • UUs represent! June 29

    UUs represent! June 29
  • Reminder:  FY25-26 Justice Partner Nominations

    Reminder:  FY25-26 Justice Partner Nominations
  • Interfaith Iftar dinner, March 9

    Interfaith Iftar dinner, March 9
  • Upcoming Speaker Event – HEATHEN Religion and Race in American History at St. Mark’s

    Upcoming Speaker Event - HEATHEN Religion and Race in American History at St. Mark's
  • Requesting Justice Partner Nominations for FY25-26

    Requesting Justice Partner Nominations for FY25-26
  • Twofer democracy Sunday, Feb 16

    Twofer democracy Sunday, Feb 16
  • Weaving the Web: Feeling overwhelmed?

    Weaving the Web: Feeling overwhelmed?
  • Multifaith Voices for Peace and Justice Chooses Love

    Multifaith Voices for Peace and Justice Chooses Love
  • Organize for Trans and Migrant Liberation! Jan 5@11:45am

    Organize for Trans and Migrant Liberation! Jan 5@11:45am
  • Board votes unanimously to support Amah Mutsun

    Board votes unanimously to support Amah Mutsun
  • Action Council Supports Amah Mutsun Tribe

    Action Council Supports Amah Mutsun Tribe
  • Weaving the Web: Protecting our partners

    Weaving the Web: Protecting our partners
  • A grateful message from your ministers

    A grateful message from your ministers
  • Silicon Valley Pride Interfaith Booth Success!

    Silicon Valley Pride Interfaith Booth Success!
  • Special post-debate session of Dismantling White Supremacy

    Special post-debate session of Dismantling White Supremacy
  • Transforming Hearts Collective to present webinars on building trans safety and justice

    Transforming Hearts Collective to present webinars on building trans safety and justice
  • Volunteers & Riders Needed for LifeMoves Ride to End Homelessness – Sept 14

    Volunteers & Riders Needed for LifeMoves Ride to End Homelessness - Sept 14
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7:00 PM - Board of Trustees meeting
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28
12:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
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7:00 PM - Choir Practice
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9:00 AM - Saturday Meditation
4:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Samhain-Finch
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8:45 AM - Forum
10:30 AM - Day of Remembrance service for children and youth, No Sunday School
10:30 AM - Sunday Service
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6:30 PM - First Monday Film Discussion Group
3
11:30 AM - Brown Bag Books
4
12:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - James Fadiman quote
7:30 PM - By Your Side Singers - Practice
5
7:00 PM - Choir Practice
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7
9:00 AM - Campus Workday
9:00 AM - Saturday Meditation
4:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Saturday)-The mood of great tranquillity
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8:45 AM - Forum
10:30 AM - Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
10:30 AM - Sunday Service
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12:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Practical Wisdom
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7:00 PM - Choir Practice
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14
9:00 AM - Saturday Meditation
4:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Saturday)-No Meeting
5:30 PM - UUCPA Annual Auction
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8:45 AM - Forum
10:30 AM - Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
10:30 AM - Sunday Service
more...
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18
12:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
7:00 PM - Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
7:30 PM - By Your Side Singers - Practice
19
7:00 PM - Choir Practice
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21
9:00 AM - Saturday Meditation
4:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Saturday)-History is stories-Le Guin
6:00 PM - All Ages Game Night
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8:45 AM - Forum
10:30 AM - Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
10:30 AM - Sunday Service
more...
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25
12:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
26
7:00 PM - Choir Practice
27
28
9:00 AM - Saturday Meditation
4:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Saturday)
5:00 PM - Parents Night Out!
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8:45 AM - Forum
10:30 AM - Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
10:30 AM - Sunday Service
more...
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1
11:30 AM - Brown Bag Books
2
12:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
7:30 PM - By Your Side Singers - Practice
3
7:00 PM - Choir Practice
4
5
9:00 AM - Campus Workday
9:00 AM - Saturday Meditation
4:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Saturday)
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8:45 AM - Forum
10:00 AM - UUCPA Annual Holiday Bake Sale
10:30 AM - Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
more...
Board of Trustees meeting
26 Oct
10/26/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Board of Trustees
  • Committee Meetings
The congregation elects the Board of Trustees from among its members "to be the governing body and exercise the power of the Church" (UUCPA By-laws) [...]
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
10/28/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
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Choir Practice
29 Oct
10/29/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
  • Choir
  • Music
Adult Choir
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
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Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
10/31/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Meditation
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
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Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Samhain-Finch
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Samhain-Finch
10/31/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
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Forum
Forum
11/01/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
  • Forum
  • Small Groups
Forum
Discussion Topic: Benefits of living with other people Discussion Leader: Mango Martin The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the [...]
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Day of Remembrance service for children and youth, No Sunday School
01 Nov
11/01/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
  • Children
  • Children & Youth
  • Elementary
  • Learning
  • Sunday School
This Sunday, join us in Religious Education for a Día de los Muertos/Day of Remembrance service led by Rev. Jen Dilinger and Cathy Shive, two [...]
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Sunday Service
01 Nov
11/01/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
  • Worship Services
Sunday Service
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First Monday Film Discussion Group
02 Nov
11/02/2026    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Adult
  • Adults
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Adult Learning Journey, Film Discussion Group
The film for November 2nd is Family Therapy (2024) A satirical look at a Slovenian family whose perfect world crumbles with the arrival of a [...]
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Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
11/03/2026    
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Library
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
Brown Bag Books
The Brown Bag Books group meets year-round, except in July and August. Many attendees bring their lunches, and everyone brings a sense of humor. Monthly [...]
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - James Fadiman quote
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - James Fadiman quote
11/04/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
Wednesday, November 4th I hope whatever you’re doing, you’re stopping now and then, and, not doing it at all. —James Fadiman An exploration of ideas, feelings, and [...]
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By Your Side Singers - Practice
04 Nov
11/04/2026    
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Hamaker Library
  • Music
  • Small Groups
By Your Side Singers
Join us for warm, welcoming small-group singing of beloved songs from our hymnals and other sources. In our practice sessions, we sing together and develop [...]
More Info
Choir Practice
05 Nov
11/05/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
  • Choir
  • Music
Adult Choir
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
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Campus Workday
Campus Workday
11/07/2026    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
UUCPA
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Workday
Date:              Usually the 1st Saturday every month Time:              9 am-Noon Location:      [...]
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Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
11/07/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Meditation
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
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Resonant Reading (Saturday)-The mood of great tranquillity
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-The mood of great tranquillity
11/07/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
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Forum
Forum
11/08/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Fireside Room
  • Forum
  • Small Groups
Forum
Discussion Topic: Most memorable moments of your life Discussion Leader: Michael Abramson The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on [...]
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
08 Nov
11/08/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
  • Children
  • Children & Youth
  • Elementary
  • Learning
  • Sunday School
Join us this Sunday for Religious Education and more! All ages start in the Main Hall at 10:30 am and then go to RE class [...]
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Sunday Service
08 Nov
11/08/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
  • Worship Services
Sunday Service
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Practical Wisdom
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Practical Wisdom
11/11/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
More Info
Choir Practice
12 Nov
11/12/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
  • Choir
  • Music
Adult Choir
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
More Info
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
11/14/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Meditation
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-No Meeting
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-No Meeting
11/14/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
More Info
UUCPA Annual Auction
UUCPA Annual Auction
11/14/2026    
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
  • Fundraising
  • Special Events
Auction
Each year in November, the church auctions goods and services at a wonderful party with live music, dancing, food (heavy hors d’oeuvres, balloon lady, live [...]
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Forum
Forum
11/15/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
  • Forum
  • Small Groups
Forum
Discussion Topic: Rent control – pros and cons Discussion Leader: Dave Joki The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the [...]
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
15 Nov
11/15/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
  • Children
  • Children & Youth
  • Elementary
  • Learning
  • Sunday School
Because we believe in learning by doing, a very important part of our religious education is participation, with all ages, in the first part of [...]
More Info
Sunday Service
15 Nov
11/15/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
  • Worship Services
Sunday Service
More Info
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
11/18/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
More Info
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
11/18/2026    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Sci Fi Fantasy
The Sci-Fi and Fantasy Discussion Group was meeting via Zoom before it was cool! Lovers of science fiction and fantasy, at UUCPA and beyond, have [...]
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By Your Side Singers - Practice
18 Nov
11/18/2026    
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Hamaker Library
  • Music
  • Small Groups
By Your Side Singers
Join us for warm, welcoming small-group singing of beloved songs from our hymnals and other sources. In our practice sessions, we sing together and develop [...]
More Info
Choir Practice
19 Nov
11/19/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
  • Choir
  • Music
Adult Choir
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
More Info
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
11/21/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Meditation
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-History is stories-Le Guin
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-History is stories-Le Guin
11/21/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
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All Ages Game Night
21 Nov
11/21/2026    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fireside Room
  • Children & Youth
  • Small Groups
Family Fun, Game Night
Bring your favorite board game and snacks and learn a new one with your family and friends. Everyone welcome! Game Nights happen every third Saturday [...]
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Forum
Forum
11/22/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
  • Forum
  • Small Groups
Forum
Fun and silly things about turkey time Discussion Leader: Sarah Doxiadis The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second [...]
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
22 Nov
11/22/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
  • Children
  • Children & Youth
  • Elementary
  • Learning
  • Sunday School
Because we believe in learning by doing, a very important part of our religious education is participation, with all ages, in the first part of [...]
More Info
Sunday Service
22 Nov
11/22/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
  • Worship Services
Sunday Service
More Info
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
11/25/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
More Info
Choir Practice
26 Nov
11/26/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
  • Choir
  • Music
Adult Choir
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
More Info
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
11/28/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Meditation
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
11/28/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
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Parents Night Out!
28 Nov
11/28/2026    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Room 4/5
  • Children & Youth
  • Parents
Family Fun, Parent Night Out
Parents’ Night Out every fourth Saturday August 2026 until May 2027 except for November and December, Room 4-5 5-8 pm  
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Forum
Forum
11/29/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
  • Forum
  • Small Groups
Forum
Discussion Topic: Discussion of Matters of Current Local, National, & International Interest, & Selection of Forum Discussion Topics for January The Forum meets in the Fireside [...]
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
29 Nov
11/29/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
  • Children
  • Children & Youth
  • Elementary
  • Learning
  • Sunday School
Because we believe in learning by doing, a very important part of our religious education is participation, with all ages, in the first part of [...]
More Info
Sunday Service
29 Nov
11/29/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
  • Worship Services
Sunday Service
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Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
12/01/2026    
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Library
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
Brown Bag Books
The Brown Bag Books group meets year-round, except in July and August. Many attendees bring their lunches, and everyone brings a sense of humor. Monthly [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
12/02/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
More Info
By Your Side Singers - Practice
02 Dec
12/02/2026    
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Hamaker Library
  • Music
  • Small Groups
By Your Side Singers
Join us for warm, welcoming small-group singing of beloved songs from our hymnals and other sources. In our practice sessions, we sing together and develop [...]
More Info
Choir Practice
03 Dec
12/03/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
  • Choir
  • Music
Adult Choir
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
More Info
Campus Workday
Campus Workday
12/05/2026    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
UUCPA
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Workday
Date:              Usually the 1st Saturday every month Time:              9 am-Noon Location:      [...]
More Info
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
12/05/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Meditation
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
12/05/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Adult
  • Learning
  • Ongoing Events
  • Small Groups
Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
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Forum
Forum
12/06/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
  • Forum
  • Small Groups
Forum
The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second Sunday of each month.  On all other Sundays, it meets in [...]
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UUCPA Annual Holiday Bake Sale
06 Dec
12/06/2026    
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Lobby
Please join us on Sunday, Dec 6th between 10:00 am - 10:30 am and 11:30 am to 1:00 pm and purchase various home made holiday [...]
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
06 Dec
12/06/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
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Because we believe in learning by doing, a very important part of our religious education is participation, with all ages, in the first part of [...]
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Events on 10/26/2026
26 Oct
Board of Trustees meeting
26 Oct 26
Events on 10/28/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
28 Oct 26
Events on 10/29/2026
29 Oct
Choir Practice
29 Oct 26
Palo Alto
Events on 10/31/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
31 Oct 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Samhain-Finch
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Samhain-Finch
31 Oct 26
Events on 11/01/2026
Forum
Forum
1 Nov 26
Palo Alto
01 Nov
Day of Remembrance service for children and youth, No Sunday School
1 Nov 26
Palo Alto
01 Nov
Sunday Service
1 Nov 26
Palo Alto
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Events on 11/02/2026
02 Nov
First Monday Film Discussion Group
2 Nov 26
Events on 11/03/2026
Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
3 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/04/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - James Fadiman quote
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - James Fadiman quote
4 Nov 26
04 Nov
By Your Side Singers - Practice
4 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/05/2026
05 Nov
Choir Practice
5 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/07/2026
Campus Workday
Campus Workday
7 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
7 Nov 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-The mood of great tranquillity
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-The mood of great tranquillity
7 Nov 26
Events on 11/08/2026
Forum
Forum
8 Nov 26
Palo Alto
08 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
8 Nov 26
Palo Alto
08 Nov
Sunday Service
8 Nov 26
Palo Alto
more...
Events on 11/11/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Practical Wisdom
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Practical Wisdom
11 Nov 26
Events on 11/12/2026
12 Nov
Choir Practice
12 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/14/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
14 Nov 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-No Meeting
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-No Meeting
14 Nov 26
UUCPA Annual Auction
UUCPA Annual Auction
14 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/15/2026
Forum
Forum
15 Nov 26
Palo Alto
15 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
15 Nov 26
Palo Alto
15 Nov
Sunday Service
15 Nov 26
Palo Alto
more...
Events on 11/18/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
18 Nov 26
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
18 Nov 26
18 Nov
By Your Side Singers - Practice
18 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/19/2026
19 Nov
Choir Practice
19 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/21/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
21 Nov 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-History is stories-Le Guin
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-History is stories-Le Guin
21 Nov 26
21 Nov
All Ages Game Night
21 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/22/2026
Forum
Forum
22 Nov 26
Palo Alto
22 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
22 Nov 26
Palo Alto
22 Nov
Sunday Service
22 Nov 26
Palo Alto
more...
Events on 11/25/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
25 Nov 26
Events on 11/26/2026
26 Nov
Choir Practice
26 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/28/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
28 Nov 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
28 Nov 26
28 Nov
Parents Night Out!
28 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/29/2026
Forum
Forum
29 Nov 26
Palo Alto
29 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
29 Nov 26
Palo Alto
29 Nov
Sunday Service
29 Nov 26
Palo Alto
more...
Events on 12/01/2026
Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
1 Dec 26
Palo Alto
Events on 12/02/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
2 Dec 26
02 Dec
By Your Side Singers - Practice
2 Dec 26
Palo Alto
Events on 12/03/2026
03 Dec
Choir Practice
3 Dec 26
Palo Alto
Events on 12/05/2026
Campus Workday
Campus Workday
5 Dec 26
Palo Alto
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
5 Dec 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
5 Dec 26
Events on 12/06/2026
Forum
Forum
6 Dec 26
Palo Alto
06 Dec
UUCPA Annual Holiday Bake Sale
6 Dec 26
Palo Alto
06 Dec
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
6 Dec 26
Palo Alto
more...
 

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto

505 East Charleston Road
Palo Alto, CA 94306

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650-494-0541

uucpa@uucpa.org

We gather,
our different paths entwined,
to deepen our spiritual lives:
nourishing connection,
learning from each other,
caring for each other,
tending to our world.

Meet Our Ministers

Rev. Peter Farriday joins us for two years starting in August 2025 to help us discern our main needs and challenges, goals and desires, and together lay a solid foundation for the future, thriving with a new longer-term minister.


Rev. Catherine (Cat) Boyle joined us in 2022. Embracing wonder, embracing curiosity and embracing life is her credo. Cat's background in theater shows up in her creativity in religious education, and infuses her worship with energy.

Learn about all our ministers here.

Justice Partner

Justice Partner -  Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity

The Justice Partner for November is Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity

The Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity is a statewide California organization that connects clergy and people of faith to the work of social justice in Los Angeles County, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the Inland Valleys.  They work to make the criminal justice system more just, and the immigration system fairer and more humane.  In the last two years, IM4HI trained 1,500 people of faith to take leadership roles, engaged 140 congregations and partner organizations, and reached more than 35,000 people with a message of hope, love and resilience.

Here’s lots more information about the NEAT program, Nueva Esperanza Accompaniment Teams, with which UUCPA members have been active in the recent past.

Website: https://www.im4humanintegrity.org/

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