Church Calendar

We have planned a group visit to the Nameless Sangha, a mindfulness community that gathers in the garden at the Katie Wheeler Memorial Library in Irvine. Practicing in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, the Nameless Sangha offers a welcoming, peaceful space to cultivate mindfulness, compassion, and community. Amelia R-N mentioned this community when she participated in the Worship Service on Meditation (https://youtu.be/xjo-ae1yPZQ) and this is where she practices. We thought it would be a meaningful opportunity to explore meditation…

Our Religious Education Program for children and youth, is facilitated by Danielle Lewis, our Director of Religious Education, and a team of dedicated classroom leaders. Our Religious Education Program for children and youth takes place in our classrooms and Nursery. Children and adults begin worship together in the Sanctuary at 10:30am. After the Time for All Ages element of our Sunday Service, the children and their teachers move on to the classrooms for their activities, for the remainder of the…

Come join us after service on March 15th at MO PHO MI, a casual, family-run eatery serving a wide selection of Vietnamese standards, as well as vegan options. Located very close to OCUUC at 1525 Mesa Verde Drive East in Mesa Verde Plaza. It’s an informal time to grab some food, and get to know folks better. Feel free to email Melanie with any questions. Reservations not required but if you want to let her know in advance that would…

Going through a big change in your life? Grief? Divorce? Starting a new job or leaving an old career? Feeling overwhelmed by it all? Change is an inevitable part of life, but navigating change is not always easy. This group meets to support all of us going through changes in our lives, in a loving and supportive environment. The group will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of every month, starting May 16 at noon on Zoom. Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84762186385?pwd=UVRqVlltS1RlYTV4b3pBQkFmc0x5Zz09 Meeting…

Do you knit, crochet, sew, or enjoy crafts? Do you like using your skills to help others? Join us! Tuesday afternoons at 2:00pm on Zoom. Here’s the Zoom link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89770887113?pwd=UOwIgdb6N98UVO52J9c0iv6aXbgNkT.1 Meeting ID: 897 7088 7113Passcode: 410140 One tap mobile+16699006833,,89770887113# US (San Jose)+16694449171,,89770887113# US Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/keJMh2QSb0

Meet in the Victoria Room, 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 6:30pm. Here is the Zoom link: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83579130495?pwd=3lIaYsLfbEbamgW23qSDkaSpW1CURa.1

Weekly Choir Rehearsal, in the Sanctuary and Daniels Hall at 7:00pm. Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/581556612?pwd=ZKkh1almxLvdrUGmHSNn67Ko3LUvtG.1

Educating ourselves about the history and impact of racism in our country and in our lives is a step toward justice-making. Leadership of the discussion is shared among members. In February 2026, the Anti-Racism Reading Group began a new book, The Souls of Black Folk, by W.E.B. DuBois. Compelling and written less than forty years after the Civil War, it offers insights into the lived experiences of Black people as they navigated a changing country. New members are welcome. For more…

Artists and Makers UUnite is an OCUUC small group established in 2019. During creative sessions held on the fourth Saturday of each month from 10 a to noon in the community room, a group of painters, quilters, sketchers, crafters and other creative types work on individual or group projects.  Participants do not have to be working artists.  All are welcome, including OCUUC friends and new members. We also share news about workshops, exhibitions, new materials or techniques.  We create greeting cards with…