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

UUSF is a liberal and LGBTQ+-inclusive church that emphasizes social justice, environmentalism, and welcoming people of
diverse backgrounds and beliefs.

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UUSF Launches 2026-27
Annual Operating Fund Campaign

Our pledge drive for 2026-27 has begun! Our goal is to raise $825,000. Pledges are promises to give in the future and help us budget for the next fiscal year.

WORSHIP SERVICE

"Curiously Non-Judgmental"

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Sunday, May 3, 10:50 am, 2026

Rev. Laura Shennum, Minister of

Congregational Life, preaching

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Join us for our Annual Youth service where we celebrate our graduating High School seniors and hear the wisdom they have to share. We will also award a cub scout badge to one of our students and learn about how he engaged curiosity about Unitarian Universalism this past year. 

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THE FLAME

UUSF Weekly Newsletter
April 22, 2026

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.

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April: Embracing Possibility

SKWPS Special Fundraiser Concert

Sunday, May 3rd | 1:30 PM

Experience the Daring Heights of Opera

Lila Khazoum (soprano), Sara Couden (contralto), and Zachary Gordin (baritone/piano) present DARING FEATS OF OPERA!! Come hear the marvels of Opera!! Notes higher than you’ve ever imagined…and lower than you’d thought possible!! Wildly fast songs that will leave you in a whirl!! Beautiful slow songs you could listen to forever!! Music so gorgeous it will uplift your soul—and so strange it will shift your understanding.!!

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In short, come hear Lila, Sara, and Zach sing Opera…the most daring art form of all!!

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NEWCOMER ORIENTATION

Sunday, May 3, 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!

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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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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Upcoming! & Watch Now

"Curiously Non-Judgmental"
Sunday, May 3, 10:50 am, 2026

(VIEW HERE)

 

"Impossible Things Happen Every Day"
Sunday, April 26, 10:50 am, 2026

(VIEW HERE)

 

Peace & Freedom Party’s Perspective 

Sunday Forum, April 26, 9:30 am, 2026

(ZOOM)

 

"Celebrate Earth Day with BIG MUSIC SUNDAY: A Harmonious Tribute to Our Planet!"
Sunday, April 19, 10:50 am, 2026

(VIEW HERE)

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Robert Reed: Waste Zero With Recology 

Sunday Forum, April 19, 9:30 am, 2026

(ZOOM)

 

The Hidden History of Zionism with Mya Shone

Global Conversations, April 12, 12:30 pm, 2026

TSK ROOM

 

"Possibility & Perception: The Poetry of Wisława Szymborska"
Sunday, April 12, 10:50 am, 2026

(VIEW HERE)

 

"Falling Back in Love with the World"
Sunday, April 5, 10:50 am, 2026

(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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