Our Sunday services are at 9 & 11am, unless otherwise noted.

Oct. 12 - Claim Your Space with Rev. Jack Gaede and music from the WBUUC Choir. During the 10am coffee hour, please join us for John Sisterman's farewell celebration. We are so grateful for John's 25 years of service at WBUUC. Membership 1 Class at 12:30pm - see details below.

Oct. 19 - Gentle with you, gentle with me with Cas Burr and music from Maple Street Brass

Oct. 26 - We Remember with Rev. Jessica Clay and music from the WBUUC choir. Candles will be lit during the services to honor beloveds & ancestors. Bring photos of loved ones to place on the memorial table.

Attend Worship on Zoom (9am only):

Computer, tablet, or smartphone: http://bit.ly/wbuuc-sundays

Password: WBUUC328

By phone: +1 312 626 6799

Webinar ID: 743 728 311

Welcome Wednesdays

Wednesday Evenings @ WBUUC

5:30 supper, followed by multi-age programming and events. Toddler & Nursery care provided.

Tonight's Menu: Chicken and bean enchiladas, Spanish rice, corn and peas, rice crispie treats

Tonight's programming: Intergenerational Game Night, Board Meeting

Thanks to everyone who responded to our Sunday Service Length poll! Out of 92 responses received, 70% prefer 60-minute services, 13% favor 60-75 minutes, & 17% have no preference. The worship team will aim to shape most services to fit within the 60-minute timeframe. We greatly appreciate your input.

The Great Give and Gather, our Annual Fundraiser on Nov. 15 is now accepting auction donations!

To make a donation:

1. Go to the auction website: https://auctria.events/WBUUC2025
   
2. Click on "Donate Auction Item" and fill in the form.

Popular items include meals, events and activities, gift cards, decorative arts and crafts, helpful services and useful tools and products. We are also looking for bigger ticket items for our live auction.

Questions? Contact us at auction@wbuuc.org

Oct. 25 | 5:30pm |  Get Tickets

Pizza followed by kid-friendly rock-n-roll! A dance party for the whole family. Costumes encouraged! All tickets for all events are pay what you can (PWYC). Explore the full season here: https://wbuuc.org/music-on-maple/

Sponsorships open for the 2025-2026 church year!

Pick a week or pick several weeks. $25-$50 per week suggested donation. New this year - poinsettia sponsorships for December.

Sign up to sponsor here:

https://bit.ly/25-26-flowers

9am & 11am Spiritual Growth Sunday Programming including our new Kids Club Program, Crossing Paths World Religions for 7th & 8th Grades, Coming of Age, Youth Group, and More

Register here: https://bit.ly/25-26RE

Our Whole Lives Sexuality Education Programs for 4th-6th Grades and 7th & 8th grades

Register here: https://bit.ly/25-26OWL

Questions? Amy Peterson, dre@wbuuc.org

Oct.31-Nov.2 | Osprey Wild Center | Sandstone, MN

The Men’s Group Fall Retreat is coming up! A great chance for connection through discussions, meals, games, music or relaxation. All activities optional. Weekend cost: $150, scholarships available. We aim to make retreats a regular event and seek your feedback. Visit our table in the social hall for details. Questions? Jerry Lakso, jlakso28@comcast.net

Membership 1 Class This Sunday

Oct. 12 | 12:30-2pm | In-person & on Zoom

Join Rev. Jack for the first of a 2-part Membership Class series. Membership 1 is all about UU history and UU theology, and it's a place to meet other people who are new or new-ish to the church. Snacks and childcare will be provided. Questions? revjack@wbuuc.org

Oct. 14 | 12:30-2pm | Wheatley Room

This is a monthly support meeting for people diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. Spouses, partners, and caregivers are welcomed and encouraged to attend. We meet on the second Tuesday of the month. Call or text Bob Meyenburg for more information: (651) 343-3436.

Oct. 16 | 11am-12:30pm

FRAUD PREVENTION

Representatives from the Attorney General’s office will share information on common scams, how to avoid them, and what to do if you have been a victim of a scam. Followed by lunch - $5 (cash, check or credit card)

Questions? Amy Peterson, dre@wbuuc.org

World War II Through a Child's Eye

Oct. 22 | 6:30pm | Wheatley Room

Hear the true story of a Dutch girl who lived through Nazi occupation and how her family saved their Jewish nanny. Presented by WBUUC member Tilly Maddux. This presentation is part of the WBUUC Welcome Wednesdays

Forum Series.

Theme Circles - Scheduling Now!

Theme Circles are a great way to deepen connections in church community, and to dive deeper into our monthly themes. We are trying to find the best time to meet the needs of the most possible participants, so if you are interested in participating in a theme circle, please fill out this form. Questions? Cas Burr, cburr@wbuuc.org

If you have a pastoral care update or a request for tangible support, please email Rev. Jack directly (revjack@wbuuc.org) or fill out this form: https://wbuuc.breezechms.com/form/pastoralcare

We would be honored to name your joy or sorrow or life event during our Sunday morning meditation so that our community can know about your concern and hold it with you. As the Swedish proverb goes, “Shared joy is double joy; shared sorrow is half sorrow.” 

Meeting with Ministers

We invite you to contact us directly with questions or to make an appointment for an in-person or Zoom meeting. We concentrate most of our appointments Tuesday - Thursday, but we can also make other times available as needed. 

Building Hours

Our building is open between the hours of 10am-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

If you need to get into the building on a Monday or Friday, please contact the office (office@wbuuc.org or 651-426-2369) to schedule that appointment.