

Love is the Spirit of this Church, and Service is its Prayer.
WORSHIP SERVICE
“The Virtue and Pitfalls of Moral Purity”
Sunday, February 8, 10:50 am, 2026
Rev. Vanessa Rush Southern, Senior Minister, preaching
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There has been such a wide swing in recent years between approaches to injustices in our world that ask for unwavering focus that at its extreme bleeds into Cancel Culture, with the I am hearing lately, in various places, to see the strategic need for nuance and changing alliances. Let's talk about the gift and dangers of an attachment to moral purity in our moral lives.
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THE FLAME
UUSF Weekly Newsletter
January 28, 2026
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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!


NEWCOMER ORIENTATION
Sunday, March 1, 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!

Upcoming! & Watch Now
Imperial Aggression Against Venezuela
Sunday Forum, February 22, 9:30 am, 2025
Can Liberation Be Lawful: Dismantling The House
Sunday Forum, February 15, 9:30 am, 2025
“The Virtue and Pitfalls of Moral Purity”
Sunday, February 8, 10:50 am, 10:50 am, 2026
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Sunday Forum with Katia Padilla from The Latino Task Force
Sunday Forum, February 8, 9:30 am, 2025
don't despair
Sunday, February 1, 10:50 am, 10:50 am, 2026
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FILM SHOWING—INSIDE THE IRANIAN UPRISING (2022)
Human Rights Working Group, January 28, 6:00 pm, 2025
“Echoes & Endurance: Notes from Minneapolis”
Sunday, January 25, 10:50 am, 10:50 am, 2026
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Sunday Forum with with Frances Aubrey
Sunday Forum, January 25, 9:30 am, 2025
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"A Tribute To MLK: An Afternoon of Introductions"
Sunday, January 18, 12:30 pm, 2026
TSK Room
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“Leadership From Where You Are”
Sunday, January 18, 10:50 am, 10:50 am, 2026
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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.











