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Love is the Spirit of this Church, and Service is its Prayer.

WORSHIP SERVICE

“Hope Through Traditions: An Annual Holiday Pageant”
Sunday, December 21, 10:50 am, 2025

Rev. Laura Shennum, Minister of

Congregational Life, preaching

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Join us, ready to engage in the traditions of Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa. We will look for and find the hope each tradition brings to our lives. Engagement is always voluntary and appreciated.

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WORSHIP SERVICE

“Blue Holiday Service”
Thursday, December 18, 7:00 pm, Chapel

Mark Caswell, Ministerial Intern, preaching

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The holidays aren’t all carols, laughs, and hanging of the greens. For many people the holiday season can amplify stress and be a reminder of lost beloveds. Join us for an evening of ritual and song to gather in solidarity and grief. This special service will be led by Mark Caswell, Ministerial Intern, alongside Worship Associates Daniel Jackoway, Mari Magaloni Ramos, and Gregory Stevens.

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UPCOMING HOLIDAY SERVICES AT UUSF!

 

“Hanging of the Greens” WATCH NOW!


“Blue Holiday Service”
Thursday, December 18, 7:00 pm, Chapel/Livestream. Learn More


“Hope Through Traditions: An Annual Holiday Pageant”
The service will take place on Sunday, December 21, at 10:50 am, 
in the Sanctuary and will also be livestreamed. Learn More


Caroling for a Cause Concert
Monday, December 22, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary. Learn More


“Christmas Eve”
Wednesday, December 24, at 4:45 PM, in the Sanctuary 
and available via livestream. Learn More


“The Transient and the Permanent in Unitarian Universalism: A Fire Communion”
The service will take place on Sunday, December 28, at 10:50 am, 
in the Sanctuary and will also be livestreamed. Learn More


“It’s 2026!”
The service will take place on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 10:50 am, 
in the Sanctuary and will also be livestreamed. Learn More

THE FLAME

UUSF Weekly Newsletter
December 17, 2025

The Flame, our weekly newsletter, is published every Wednesday! We cover Sunday services as well as recent UUSF news and upcoming events. On Fridays, we also send a brief email outlining the weekend's events. If you send us an email at flame@uusf.org The Flame will be sent directly to your inbox.

Explore our YouTube Channel for an array of inspiring music, powerful sermons, and engaging programming that appeals to all interests!

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Pod and Country, is an entertaining, magazine-style listening experience where Unitarian Universalist values of democracy, liberty and justice are elevated. Each episode features interviews with leading thinkers, artists and activists interlaced with comedy sketches, music and poetry. Join us to lift and fortify your spirit as we fight against tyranny. The lights are on. Come on in!

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December: Choosing Hope

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Events Calendar

Check out our events calendar to see a full list of upcoming activities and gatherings. We have something for everyone, from workshops and lectures to concerts and community service opportunities.

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NEWCOMER ORIENTATION

Sunday, January 4, 2026
Fireside Room, 12:30pm

🌟 Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey? 🌟

Join us this Sunday after the service for an exciting opportunity to dive into the heart of our vibrant community! Whether you're new to Unitarian Universalism or just exploring, we warmly invite you to connect with our welcoming members and discover what makes our congregation truly special.


This is your chance to mingle, ask questions, and uncover the myriad ways you can get involved!

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Upcoming! & Watch Now

“It's 2026!”
Sunday, January 4, 10:50 am, 10:50 am, 2026

(VIEW HERE)

 

“The Transient and the Permanent

in Unitarian Universalism: A Fire Communion”
Sunday, December 28, 10:50 am, 2025

(VIEW HERE)

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​​​​Amnesty International's annual Write for Rights Campaign!

Sunday Forum, December 28, 9:30 am, 2025

(FORUM)

 

"Christmas Eve"
Wednesday, December 24, 4:45 pm, 2025

(VIEW HERE)

 

“Hope Through Traditions: An Annual Holiday Pageant”

Sunday, December 21, 10:50 am, 2025

(VIEW HERE)

 

“Blue Holiday Service”

Thursday, December 18, 7:00 pm, 2025

(VIEW HERE)

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"Hanging of the Greens"

Sunday, December 14, 10:50 am, 2025

(VIEW HERE)

 

"The Art of Waiting"

Sunday, December 7, 10:50 am, 2025

(VIEW HERE)

 

"Bread Communion, or Ate, and left no crumbs"

Sunday, November 30, 10:50 am, 2025

(VIEW HERE)

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​​​​Lavender Phoenix: Care Not Cops

Sunday Forum, November 30, 9:30 am, 2025

(FORUM)

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"The Spiritual Practice of Birding"

Sunday, November 23, 10:50 am, 2025

(VIEW HERE)

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CALENDAR

Calendar

The calendar provides an overview of events happening at the church center. For more details about the events listed, we recommend reviewing the latest edition of the Flame (linked below), where all open events are listed with more information, or to contact our Reservations Manager.

WATCH & LISTEN

While we meet live every Sunday morning at 10:50 am PT, worship certainly isn’t restricted to those moments! Anytime you need a comforting word, a song that will help you with your life, visit our video archives or listen to one of our podcasts.

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GET IN TOUCH

1187 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

(415) 776-4580

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