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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.

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June 29, 2016 • webadmin

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505 E Charleston Rd
Palo Alto
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94306

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    Brown Bag Books
    Brown Bag Books
    12/01/2026    
    12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    • 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)
    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, [...]
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    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 [...]
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    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 [...]
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    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:      [...]
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    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 [...]
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    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. [...]
    More Info
    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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    Sunday Service
    06 Dec
    12/06/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA Main Hall & Online
    • Worship Services
    Sunday Service
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    Thriving Together - A Health & Wellness Support Group (in-person)
    Thriving Together - A Health & Wellness Support Group (in-person)
    12/06/2026    
    11:45 am - 12:45 pm
    Fireside Room
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Thriving Together
    Small changes create big results! This in-person support group is designed for anyone looking to improve their quality of life through better sleep, nutrition, movement, and [...]
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    First Monday Film Discussion Group
    07 Dec
    12/07/2026    
    6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    • Adult
    • Adults
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Adult Learning Journey, Film Discussion Group
    We gather via video conference on the first Monday of the month for an hour-long discussion of a movie we have chosen and each watched [...]
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    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    12/09/2026    
    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
    10 Dec
    12/10/2026    
    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
    12/12/2026    
    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)
    12/12/2026    
    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
    Forum
    Forum
    12/13/2026    
    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 [...]
    More Info
    Sunday Service
    13 Dec
    12/13/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA Main Hall & Online
    • Worship Services
    Sunday Service
    More Info
    2nd Sunday Lunch
    2nd Sunday Lunch
    12/13/2026    
    11:30 am - 12:30 pm
    Patio
    • Food
    2nd Sunday Lunch
    Join us for Second Sunday Lunch, a home-cooked, nutritious, delicious food for a very reasonable donation. We go through the buffet line in the Fireside [...]
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    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    12/16/2026    
    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
    12/16/2026    
    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
    16 Dec
    12/16/2026    
    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
    17 Dec
    12/17/2026    
    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
    12/19/2026    
    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)
    12/19/2026    
    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
    All Ages Game Night
    19 Dec
    12/19/2026    
    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 [...]
    More Info
    Forum
    Forum
    12/20/2026    
    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 [...]
    More Info
    Sunday Service
    20 Dec
    12/20/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA Main Hall & Online
    • Worship Services
    Sunday Service
    More Info
    Seasoned Souls - Group for Older Adults
    Seasoned Souls - Group for Older Adults
    12/20/2026    
    11:45 am - 1:00 pm
    Room 10
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Seasoned Souls
    Some things take time to age, like fine wine and wonderful cheese. If you are a “seasoned soul” and want to find camaraderie and support [...]
    More Info
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    12/23/2026    
    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
    24 Dec
    12/24/2026    
    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
    12/26/2026    
    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)
    12/26/2026    
    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
    Parents Night Out!
    26 Dec
    12/26/2026    
    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  
    More Info
    Forum
    Forum
    12/27/2026    
    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 [...]
    More Info
    Sunday Service
    27 Dec
    12/27/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA Main Hall & Online
    • Worship Services
    Sunday Service
    More Info
    4th Sunday Brunch
    27 Dec
    12/27/2026    
    11:15 am - 11:45 am
    Patio
    • Food
    4th Sunday Brunch
    Join us every 4th Sunday after the service for brunch.  The usual fare includes waffles, hard-boiled eggs, and fruit salad. Contact Edie if you would [...]
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    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    12/30/2026    
    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
    31 Dec
    12/31/2026    
    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
    01/02/2027    
    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
    01/02/2027    
    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)
    01/02/2027    
    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
    Events on 12/01/2026
    Brown Bag Books
    Brown Bag Books
    1 Dec 26
    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
    Sunday Service
    6 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    Thriving Together - A Health & Wellness Support Group (in-person)
    Thriving Together - A Health & Wellness Support Group (in-person)
    6 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    more...
    Events on 12/07/2026
    07 Dec
    First Monday Film Discussion Group
    7 Dec 26
    Events on 12/09/2026
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    9 Dec 26
    Events on 12/10/2026
    10 Dec
    Choir Practice
    10 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 12/12/2026
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    12 Dec 26
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)
    12 Dec 26
    Events on 12/13/2026
    Forum
    Forum
    13 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    13 Dec
    Sunday Service
    13 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    2nd Sunday Lunch
    2nd Sunday Lunch
    13 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    more...
    Events on 12/16/2026
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    16 Dec 26
    Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
    Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
    16 Dec 26
    16 Dec
    By Your Side Singers - Practice
    16 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 12/17/2026
    17 Dec
    Choir Practice
    17 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 12/19/2026
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    19 Dec 26
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)
    19 Dec 26
    19 Dec
    All Ages Game Night
    19 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 12/20/2026
    Forum
    Forum
    20 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    20 Dec
    Sunday Service
    20 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    Seasoned Souls - Group for Older Adults
    Seasoned Souls - Group for Older Adults
    20 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    more...
    Events on 12/23/2026
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    23 Dec 26
    Events on 12/24/2026
    24 Dec
    Choir Practice
    24 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 12/26/2026
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    26 Dec 26
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)
    26 Dec 26
    26 Dec
    Parents Night Out!
    26 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 12/27/2026
    Forum
    Forum
    27 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    27 Dec
    Sunday Service
    27 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    27 Dec
    4th Sunday Brunch
    27 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    more...
    Events on 12/30/2026
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
    30 Dec 26
    Events on 12/31/2026
    31 Dec
    Choir Practice
    31 Dec 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 01/02/2027
    Campus Workday
    Campus Workday
    2 Jan 27
    Palo Alto
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    2 Jan 27
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)
    2 Jan 27
     

    Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto

    505 East Charleston Road
    Palo Alto, CA 94306

    Directions

    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 - Peninsula Interfaith Climate Action (PICA)

    The Justice Partner for July is Peninsula Interfaith Climate Action

    PICA is a Regional Working Group of California Interfaith Power and Light which was formed in October of 2014 with members from about a dozen congregations from the San Francisco Bay Peninsula area.  At their monthly meetings, PICA members work to

    • reduce the carbon footprint at their facilities by sharing information and best practices on energy, water and resource conservation,
    • develop and put on educational programs for their members and the general public, including film showings and talks by scientists, authors and activists; and
    • work on local, state and national legislative issues by writing letters and meeting with elected officials.
    We gather on unceded, stolen land of the Tamien and Ramaytush people. We acknowledge these communities in the interest of truth and justice, awareness and gratitude. In order to dismantle the ongoing legacies of settler colonialism, we pledge to join the Tamien and Ramaytush people whenever they ask us for solidarity.
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