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Where people of diverse spiritual perspectives gather to learn and grow together.  Where all ages, abilities, ethnicities, genders,  and sexual orientations are welcome.  Where kids have the freedom to discover who they are and who they wish to become.  Where passionate hearts stand on the side of love, justice, and peace. Where all spirits are invited to rise and expand in harmony with the earth.

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Weekly Worship Services

Sundays at 10:15 am, in person and online

Christmas Eve Services
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We welcome Christmas with stories, carols and special music, and candles. Come sing the familiar songs that are always powerful and experience the magic of candlelight in the darkness. 

Worship leaders: Revs. Peter Farriday and Cat Boyle

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Christmas Eve Services
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We welcome Christmas with stories, carols and special music, and candles. Come sing the familiar songs that are always powerful and experience the magic of candlelight in the darkness. 

Worship leaders: Revs. Peter Farriday and Cat Boyle

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Upcoming Events

01 Dec

Justice Partner - Colectivo Acción Latina de Ambiente (ALA)

12/01/2025 - 12/31/2025
All Day
Saturday Meditation

Saturday Meditation

12/13/2025
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-The Eucharist-O’Connor

Resonant Reading (Saturday)-The Eucharist-O’Connor

12/13/2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Forum

Forum AI beyond ChatGPT 

12/14/2025
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Fireside Room
14 Dec

Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8

12/14/2025
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
14 Dec

Sunday Service

12/14/2025
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
Undie Sunday

Undie Sunday

12/14/2025
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
UUCPA Main Hall
2nd Sunday Lunch

2nd Sunday Lunch

12/14/2025
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Patio
Community Carol Singing

Community Carol Singing

12/14/2025
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - Painting: Hugo Simberg's "The Wounded Angel"
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - Painting: Hugo Simberg's "The Wounded Angel"
10/29/2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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
30 Oct
10/30/2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
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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Justice Partner -  Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity
01 Nov
11/01/2025 - 11/30/2025    
All Day
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 [...]
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Campus Workday
Campus Workday
11/01/2025    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
UUCPA
Date:              Usually the 1st Saturday every month Time:              9 am-Noon Location:      [...]
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Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
11/01/2025    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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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Forum
Forum
11/02/2025    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
Discussion Topic: American policy in the Middle East  (Great Decisions) Discussion Leader: Jim Basiji The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by [...]
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Sunday Service
02 Nov
11/02/2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
02 Nov
11/02/2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
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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Membership and Growth Committee Meeting
03 Nov
11/03/2025    
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Membership & Growth Committee group generally meets on the first Monday at 12:00pm via Zoom.
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First Monday Film Discussion Group
03 Nov
11/03/2025    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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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Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
11/04/2025    
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Hamaker Library
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) - Your life matters-Goodall
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - Your life matters-Goodall
11/05/2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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
05 Nov
11/05/2025    
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Hamaker Library
You are welcome to sing with the By Your Side Singers, the 1st Wed of the month June - Aug, the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays during [...]
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Choir Practice
06 Nov
11/06/2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
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
11/08/2025    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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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Family Service Project: Make & Deliver Sack Lunches
Family Service Project: Make & Deliver Sack Lunches
11/08/2025    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Family Service Project: Make & Deliver Sack Lunches: Saturday, November 8, 2025 We are making 64 sack lunches for our unhoused neighbors in East Palo [...]
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Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Readings on celestial and earthly marriage in Madame Bovary
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Readings on celestial and earthly marriage in Madame Bovary
11/08/2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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
11/09/2025    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Fireside Room
Discussion Topic: What we know and don’t know about autism spectrum disorder Discussion Leader: Paula Hillard The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as [...]
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Sunday Service
09 Nov
11/09/2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
09 Nov
11/09/2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
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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Finance Committee Meeting
10 Nov
11/10/2025    
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
https://www.uucpa.org/about-us/our-governance/committees/
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Staff Relations Committee Meeting
11 Nov
11/11/2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Virtual meeting of Staff Relations Committee.   Please email staff-relations@uucpa.org if you have a need to contact us.  
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday)- The Temptation of the Well-Meaning-Morrill
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)- The Temptation of the Well-Meaning-Morrill
11/12/2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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
13 Nov
11/13/2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
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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Children and Youth Religious Education Committee meeting
13 Nov
11/13/2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Oversees and evaluates all children and youth programs; plans and carries out special events; organizes Baby Cafe; supports social justice projects that welcome children and [...]
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Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
11/15/2025    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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)-Coming home to myself-Cather
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Coming home to myself-Cather
11/15/2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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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UUCPA Annual Auction
UUCPA Annual Auction
11/15/2025    
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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
11/16/2025    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
Discussion Topic: What can we do to combat fragmentation in our culture? Discussion Leader: Cybele LoVuolo-Bhushan The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well [...]
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Volunteer Opportunity: LifeMoves Craft Kit Project
Volunteer Opportunity: LifeMoves Craft Kit Project
11/16/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
RSVP is requested! Join us for our 4th annual family service project providing craft kits to neighbors in LifeMoves transitional housing. We need help assembling [...]
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Sunday Service
16 Nov
11/16/2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting
17 Nov
11/17/2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
UUCPA Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting 7:00  - 8:30.  3rd Monday evening. Discuss projects and upkeep for the UUCPA Campus. Contacts:  Building and Grounds Committee <buildings+grounds@uucpa.org> [...]
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Compost by Dan Chelotti
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Compost by Dan Chelotti
11/19/2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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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Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
11/19/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
At the November 19, 2025 meeting, we'll discuss the 2023 animated movie “Mars Express”. From Wikipedia: “… In 2200, Aline Ruby, a private detective, and [...]
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By Your Side Singers
19 Nov
11/19/2025    
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Hamaker Library
You are welcome to sing with the By Your Side Singers, the 1st Wed of the month June - Aug, the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays during [...]
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Adult Learning Journey Committee Meeting
20 Nov
11/20/2025    
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
https://www.uucpa.org/about-us/our-governance/committees/
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Choir Practice
20 Nov
11/20/2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
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
11/22/2025    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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 Virgin Mary-Panofsky
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-The Virgin Mary-Panofsky
11/22/2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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
11/23/2025    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
Discussion Topic: The sweet, sour, and sad sides of sleep Discussion Leader: Mango Martin The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, [...]
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Sunday Service
23 Nov
11/23/2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
23 Nov
11/23/2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
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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2025 Friendsgiving Event at LifeMoves
2025 Friendsgiving Event at LifeMoves
11/25/2025    
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
All Saints' Episcopal Church
LifeMoves is excited to announce that its Friendsgiving event will be hosted this year at All Saints' Episcopal Church.  The event will take place at [...]
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - The Vision of St. Hubert by Franz von Stuck
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - The Vision of St. Hubert by Franz von Stuck
11/26/2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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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Board of Trustees meeting
26 Nov
11/26/2025    
7:00 pm
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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Choir Practice
27 Nov
11/27/2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
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
11/29/2025    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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)-WE instead of I-Eagleman
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-WE instead of I-Eagleman
11/29/2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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
11/30/2025    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
Discussion Topic: Discussion of Matters of Current Local, National, & International Interest, & Selection of Forum Discussion Topics for January The Forum meets in the [...]
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Sunday Service
30 Nov
11/30/2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Gratitude crafts and games for children and youth preK through grade 8
30 Nov
11/30/2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
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 10/29/2025
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - Painting: Hugo Simberg's "The Wounded Angel"
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - Painting: Hugo Simberg's "The Wounded Angel"
29 Oct 25
Events on 10/30/2025
30 Oct
Choir Practice
30 Oct 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/01/2025
01 Nov
Justice Partner -  Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity
1 Nov 25
Campus Workday
Campus Workday
1 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
1 Nov 25
Events on 11/02/2025
Forum
Forum
2 Nov 25
Palo Alto
02 Nov
Sunday Service
2 Nov 25
Palo Alto
02 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
2 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/03/2025
03 Nov
Membership and Growth Committee Meeting
3 Nov 25
03 Nov
First Monday Film Discussion Group
3 Nov 25
Events on 11/04/2025
Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
4 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/05/2025
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - Your life matters-Goodall
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - Your life matters-Goodall
5 Nov 25
05 Nov
By Your Side Singers
5 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/06/2025
06 Nov
Choir Practice
6 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/08/2025
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
8 Nov 25
Family Service Project: Make & Deliver Sack Lunches
Family Service Project: Make & Deliver Sack Lunches
8 Nov 25
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Readings on celestial and earthly marriage in Madame Bovary
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Readings on celestial and earthly marriage in Madame Bovary
8 Nov 25
Events on 11/09/2025
Forum
Forum
9 Nov 25
Palo Alto
09 Nov
Sunday Service
9 Nov 25
Palo Alto
09 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
9 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/10/2025
10 Nov
Finance Committee Meeting
10 Nov 25
Events on 11/11/2025
11 Nov
Staff Relations Committee Meeting
11 Nov 25
Events on 11/12/2025
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)- The Temptation of the Well-Meaning-Morrill
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)- The Temptation of the Well-Meaning-Morrill
12 Nov 25
Events on 11/13/2025
13 Nov
Choir Practice
13 Nov 25
Palo Alto
13 Nov
Children and Youth Religious Education Committee meeting
13 Nov 25
Events on 11/15/2025
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
15 Nov 25
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Coming home to myself-Cather
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Coming home to myself-Cather
15 Nov 25
UUCPA Annual Auction
UUCPA Annual Auction
15 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/16/2025
Forum
Forum
16 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Volunteer Opportunity: LifeMoves Craft Kit Project
Volunteer Opportunity: LifeMoves Craft Kit Project
16 Nov 25
16 Nov
Sunday Service
16 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/17/2025
17 Nov
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting
17 Nov 25
Events on 11/19/2025
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Compost by Dan Chelotti
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Compost by Dan Chelotti
19 Nov 25
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
19 Nov 25
19 Nov
By Your Side Singers
19 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/20/2025
20 Nov
Adult Learning Journey Committee Meeting
20 Nov 25
20 Nov
Choir Practice
20 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/22/2025
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
22 Nov 25
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-The Virgin Mary-Panofsky
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-The Virgin Mary-Panofsky
22 Nov 25
Events on 11/23/2025
Forum
Forum
23 Nov 25
Palo Alto
23 Nov
Sunday Service
23 Nov 25
Palo Alto
23 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
23 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/25/2025
2025 Friendsgiving Event at LifeMoves
2025 Friendsgiving Event at LifeMoves
25 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/26/2025
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - The Vision of St. Hubert by Franz von Stuck
Resonant Reading (Wednesday) - The Vision of St. Hubert by Franz von Stuck
26 Nov 25
26 Nov
Board of Trustees meeting
26 Nov 25
Events on 11/27/2025
27 Nov
Choir Practice
27 Nov 25
Palo Alto
Events on 11/29/2025
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
29 Nov 25
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-WE instead of I-Eagleman
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-WE instead of I-Eagleman
29 Nov 25
Events on 11/30/2025
Forum
Forum
30 Nov 25
Palo Alto
30 Nov
Sunday Service
30 Nov 25
Palo Alto
30 Nov
Gratitude crafts and games for children and youth preK through grade 8
30 Nov 25
Palo Alto

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Announcing New UUCPA Action Council Members - Updated
The Board has approved the addition of two new voting members to the Action Council (UUCPA's social justice council).  The new members are Chris Jacobi and Robert Neff. Robert is the Read more
2025 Friendsgiving Event at LifeMoves, Nov 25
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Forum Topics for November, 2025
The Forum meets from 8:45 to 10:15 am on Sunday mornings. Here are the Forum topics for November 2025: The Read more
Sunday Services start at 10:30AM
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