University Christian Church

Did you miss this morning's service? Join Rev. Dr. Caleb J Lines for Jimmy Fallon-style "Thank You Notes" and a hopeful message about post-pandemic life.

"I want to write a longer piece about those bishops who seek to keep some from the table of Christ, but for now I will say this: it is not your table (nor mine).... Bishops, priests, etc. are neither the hosts nor the bouncers nor the ones who wrote the guest list. The Eucharist is the resurrected body of Christ given for the life of the world. Jesus Christ is the one who invites the guests (all you who labor); he is the host of those who come; he is the setter of the table; and he is the feast which is shared (Take this, all of you. . .this is my body, this is my blood). We are guests at the meal, and sometimes (by his calling) servers. So stay in your lane, please. The wait staff doesn’t get to exclude those who want to come. If you don’t like the company Christ calls (and, admittedly, it is a rag tag bunch of sinners, one and all), it’s you who need to leave the table, not them." - John D. Whitney, SJ

Thanks to Tim Stigers and the Learning Collaborative for hosting the Borg and Pie...a discussion of the theology of Marcus Borg followed by dessert. Photos by Curt Wells.

Join us in person this Friday at 6:00 at Uptown Tavern for Beer & Hymns with music by RC Haus!

From an old Episcopal ad campaign.

Worship - Oct 25, 2020 Welcome, the service will begin at 10AM! When the service begins, comment and let us know that you’re worshiping with us today or share the livestream with your friends. Check in at UChristianChurch.org/connect.... We hope you’ll join us for a virtual coffee chat after service on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2922896664 Meeting ID: 292 289 6664 Phone: 669-900-6833

Exactly. Civil rights are not up for debate. Period. ...and for the record, I’m pro pineapple on pizza -Caleb

This is the week when we celebrate the Reformation. Here’s some wisdom from Martin Luther :)

Who’s ready for The Theology of Hadestown this Sunday? Join us at 10:00 a.m.!

Wisdom from Bishop John Shelby Spong.

Have you signed up for your slot to walk the labyrinth tomorrow? It’s not too late! https://m.signupgenius.com/

E-pistle October 23, 2020 - https://mailchi.mp/07d8ac6acaea/8qz33mdz41-2723153

Listen to Margarito G. Perez react to yesterday’s news about Pope Francis’ support of LGBT civil unions

If you missed the 30 minute organ concert tonight, catch it here!

Organ concert with UCC organist Dr. Rodney Loren.

Take a moment and listen to Kori Gillis sing What Becomes of the Brokenhearted?. Head over to YouTube to catch the whole Theology of the Temptations service!

Each Thursday at noon Rev. Caleb offers a space to share joys and concerns together. All are welcome to join us on Zoom! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2922896664

Don’t forget to join us tonight at 6 on Facebook Live or YouTube!

Pope Francis endorses same-sex civil unions for the first time in his position as the Pope.

Labyrinth Walking Saturday, October 24, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Would you like to be on campus and walk the labyrinth or pray in the sanctuary? The Spirituality Collaborative invites you to sign up for a slot! We still have several slots available. Please note: this will be a physically distanced activity, so you will have the space to yourself. We will require use of masks. Thank you to Joann Bartels for letting everyone in and out of the space this weekend! Sign up here: https://m.signupgenius.com/.