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

Apr. 26 - Spirituality Without a Deity with Rev. Jack Gaede and music from the Gryphon Sax Quartet

May 3 - The Good UU News with Rev. Jessica Clay and music from the WBUUC Choir

Beginning on May 10, we switch to a single service at 10am (in-person and Zoom) through Water Communion Sunday on Sept. 13.

May 10 - The Heart of Abolition with Cas Burr and music from Rack and Kathleen Bartholomay

May 17 - Holy Thresholds with Rev. Jessica Clay and music from the WBUUC Choir

Attend Worship on Zoom (9 & 11am):

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

Password: WBUUC328

By phone: +1 312 626 6799

Webinar ID: 743 728 311

Drop Off Donations for the Church Rummage Sale!

We're ready to receive all that intentional spring cleaning! This Sunday through Tuesday, you can drop off your donations during regular church hours. Unsure about an item? See our Donation Tip Sheet: https://bit.ly/donations-tip-sheet

Then, get ready to rummage! – the sale runs:

• Thu. April 30, 9am-6pm
• Fri. May 1, 9am-6pm
• Sat. May 2, 9am-1pm

Want to help? See the Volunteer Sign Up here:

https://bit.ly/rummage-volunteers

Help make our rummage sale a big success!

Questions? rummage@wbuuc.org

In recognition of Earth Day and the UU 7th Principle of Respecting our Interdependent Web of Existence, the April 26 special collection will go to the Pollinator Friendly Alliance, whose mission is to protect pollinators to conserve the environment. Based in the St. Croix River Valley, this grassroots non-profit organization works to restore critical habitats, reduce pesticide pollution, provide public education, advocate for pollinators and community stewardship, and impact policy in local communities and beyond.

In addition to the collection basket on Sunday, you can donate in three other ways:

• Online: http://bit.ly/give-to-wbuuc - indicate PFA

• Send a check to WBUUC with PFA on the memo line.

• Text to Give by text to 651-615-5551 the “amount PFA" (ex, if you want to give $20, text: 20 PFA)

Welcome Wednesdays: Wednesday Evenings @ WBUUC

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

Tonight's Menu: Tex-Mex casserole (meat and vegan versions), bread, salad with fruit cobbler and gluten-free brownies for dessert.

Tonight's Programming:

Music on Maple Presents: Earth Day with Peter Mayer

Wed. Apr. 22 | 7pm | Get Tickets Online

The third annual Earth Day evening concert with Minnesota singer/songwriter Peter Mayer is tonight. Doors will open at 6:30pm. All tickets are pay what you can (pwyc) and will be available at the door.

Upcoming Music on Maple concerts: https://wbuuc.org/music-on-maple/

Front Office Volunteers Needed

WBUUC front Office Volunteers are a small but mighty team that welcomes visitors and guests to our building in addition to providing meaning administrative support to the church staff and volunteer leaders. We are seeking additional volunteers to join our crew beginning this spring and summer. Shifts are Tues, Wed and Thurs during the hours that the building is open. During church year shifts are 10 am - 1 pm, and 1 pm - 4 pm. We also have some additional projects that can me done from home. Please contact Operations Director, Karn Anderson at (651) 204-8224 or office@wbuuc.org if you are interested in volunteering in the church office. Thank you!

Our pledge drive has officially ended, but there's still time to make your pledge for budget planning of the 2026-27 church year. Every pledge counts! Please pledge ASAP if you haven't yet.

Programming for Children & Teens

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 (OWL) Sexuality Education Programs for 4th-6th Grades and 7th & 8th grades

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

Questions? hello@wbuuc.org

Thu. Apr. 30
6:30-8:30pm
St. Andrew's Lutheran Church

Register here to reserve a spot

Operation Metro Surge: Where Are We Now? 

Join us for a continuation of our public event series to learn more about how Operation Metro Surge impacted our community. Hear about how experiences have changed since we last gathered, and learn and share about what’s needed now. Free. All are welcome.

WBUUC is a member of the Many Faces of White Bear Lake, the coalition sponsoring this program. WBUUC's Facing Race Committee invites you to learn more about the impact of ICE's Metro Surge on our local community.

WomenSpirit

Tue. May 5 | 6-8pm | Wheatley Room

Connection Through the Spoken Word

Join us for an evening where we gather to share poetry, Haiku, or any written words that celebrate the power of our voices. Please email questions to Linda Wahman at LQW1214@gmail.com

May 3, Jun. 7, Jul. 5, Aug. 2, Sep. 6

Between services (or after single services)

Meet in the Emerson Alcove

The Earth Ministry motto "Notice. Cherish. Protect." guides our gatherings. Back by popular demand: Join nature-loving friends to enjoy the WBUUC grounds, learn the paths and trails, find the labyrinth and the wetlands. Simply take a moment to be outside and devote attention to nature. Find your people. 1st Sundays. All are welcome!

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

Rev. Jessica and Rev. Jack invite you to contact them 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.