COVID-19 Response Updates
The church building us now open to those vaccinated, fully masked and who are willing to socially distance. Services are also available on Zoom and Facebook Live.
For more information and the latest on COVID-19 and our community, click here.
Welcome to Our Church
We are a warm and friendly congregation. We welcome all who seek to find meaning in our busy lives, make connections with others and search for answers to life's big questions.
Upcoming Events
Service: ‘Tis the Season with Rev. Maddie and Kate English
Day and Time
Sunday Nov 28, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMDetails
Advent has been observed for centuries and certainly in the earlier years of this congregation. We are in the midst of the season of holidays, from this Sunday which is the first day of Advent in the Christian calendar and tomorrow is the first day of Hanukkah. How can we use this season for a time of reflection rather than give into the busyness and consumerism in what for some can be the most stressful time of the year?
UUs Back in the Day with Leslie Nichols
In person and on Zoom and Facebook
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp ~
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
8th Principle Community Conversation
Day and Time
Sunday Nov 28, 11:45 AM - 1:00 PMDetails
8th Principle Congregational Discussion: Should UUCSP adopt the 8th Principle?
After the service and a short coffee hour: In Person socially distanced in the Sanctuary or on Zoom
Walking Each Other Home, UUCSPs monthly antiracism discussion group, is hosting another congregational conversation in person at the sanctuary to discuss whether UUCSP should adopt the 8th principle. Kate English will facilitate the dialogue. We encourage all to participate.
The 8th Principle is a grassroots movement that began in 2013 and now many UU congregations have adopted it. For more information about the 8th principle go to: https://www.8thprincipleuu.org/background
The 8th principle:
“We, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association, covenant to affirm and promote journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions.”
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password: uucsp93060
To phone:+1 253 215 8782 Phone password: 529593
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Sip and Check In With the Minister
Day and Time
Tuesday Nov 30, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMDetails
Bring a beverage and join Rev. Maddie on Zoom to check in. We will have a chalice lighting, check in and discussion of the theme of the month which in November is Holding History.
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Meditation with Rev. Maddie Sifantus
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 1, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
NOTE: THIS IS IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM AND FACEBOOK. The community is invited to a meditation practice group of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula led this evening by Rev. Maddie Sifantus. The group continues to take place with Jim Cole on alternating weeks during the time of COVID only online, on the church's Facebook page and on Zoom. This group celebrates the diversity of Buddhist and other meditative orientations and welcomes participants from all contemplative traditions to attend. The group is open to everyone regardless of funds; there is a free will offering ($5 suggested with checks made to UUCSP with Meditation in the memo line, mailed to UUCSP, 740 E Main Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060). The meeting will begin with a reading and short discussion, with a guided meditation leading us into a time of silence. There is power in meditating together. We would love to have you join us. For more information, leave a message on Reverend Maddie's private line at the church: 805-525-4620 or email minister@uucsp.org
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp ~
Image by Lynn Holbein
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Service: The Somatics of Joy with Kate English
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 5, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMDetails
Where does joy live in our bodies? Are there body practices that can increase our joy? Church member, Kate English, will lead the service and share some simple trauma informed approaches and ideas to assist us in understanding our own bodies better and expand on the growing field of somatics in the therapeutic and healing sciences. Kate English with Worship Host, Rev. Dr. Betty Stapleford
Second Sunday in Advent
First Sunday Plate to Interface Youth and Family Services
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp ~
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Meditation with Jim Cole
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 8, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
NOTE: THIS IS ON ZOOM AND FACEBOOK. The community is invited to a meditation practice group of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula led this evening by Jim Cole. The group continues to take place with Jim Cole on alternating weeks during the time of COVID only online, on the church's Facebook page and on Zoom. This group celebrates the diversity of Buddhist and other meditative orientations and welcomes participants from all contemplative traditions to attend. The group is open to everyone regardless of funds; there is a free will offering ($5 suggested with checks made to UUCSP with Meditation in the memo line, mailed to UUCSP, 740 E Main Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060). The meeting will begin with a reading and short discussion, with a guided meditation leading us into a time of silence. There is power in meditating together. We would love to have you join us. For more information, leave a message on Reverend Maddie's private line at the church: 805-525-4620 or email minister@uucsp.org
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp ~
Image by Lynn Holbein
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Service: Opening to Joy with Rev. Maddie and Jerry Gray
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 12, 10:30 AM - 11:30 PMDetails
Where do you find joy? Brene Brown says that “Joy comes to us in moments – ordinary moments. We risk missing out on joy when we get too busy chasing down the extraordinary.” Rev. Maddie considers ordinary moments for creating joy.IN
Third Sunday in Advent
IN PERSON, MASKED AND SOCIALLY DISTANCED OR ON ZOOM OR FACEBOOK
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp ~
Image by Lynn Holbein
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Sip and Check In With Rev. Maddie
Day and Time
Tuesday Dec 14, 4:00 PM - 5:00 AMDetails
Bring your favorite beverage and join Rev. Maddie on Zoom to light a chalice and check in with each other.
The Zoom meeting ID and password are the same as for Sunday morning and all meetings. Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password: uucsp93060
To phone: +1 253 215 8782
Phone password: 529593
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
HOLIDAY TWILIGHT GATHERING
Day and Time
Tuesday Dec 14, 7:00 PM - Wednesday Dec 22, 8:00 PMDetails
This is a reflective time in our busy week to hear some inspiring music, share some silence and hear spoken word. Led by Rev. Maddie Sifantus. Music for the season will be provided by Geno Palilla, piano, Christine Snipes Mazor, violin and Maddie, soprano, with poet Atul Ranchod.
IN PERSON, MASKED AND SOCIALLY DISTANCED OR ON ZOOM OR FACEBOOK
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp ~
Image by Lynn Holbein
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Meditation with Rev. Maddie Sifantus
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 15, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
NOTE: THIS IS IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM AND FACEBOOK. The community is invited to a meditation practice group of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula led this evening by Rev. Maddie Sifantus. The group continues to take place with Jim Cole on alternating weeks during the time of COVID only online, on the church's Facebook page and on Zoom. This group celebrates the diversity of Buddhist and other meditative orientations and welcomes participants from all contemplative traditions to attend. The group is open to everyone regardless of funds; there is a free will offering ($5 suggested with checks made to UUCSP with Meditation in the memo line, mailed to UUCSP, 740 E Main Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060). The meeting will begin with a reading and short discussion, with a guided meditation leading us into a time of silence. There is power in meditating together. We would love to have you join us. For more information, leave a message on Reverend Maddie's private line at the church: 805-525-4620 or email minister@uucsp.org
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp ~
Image by Lynn Holbein
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Meditation with Jim Cole
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 22, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
NOTE: THIS IS ON ZOOM AND FACEBOOK. The community is invited to a meditation practice group of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula led this evening by Jim Cole. The group continues to take place with Jim Cole on alternating weeks during the time of COVID only online, on the church's Facebook page and on Zoom. This group celebrates the diversity of Buddhist and other meditative orientations and welcomes participants from all contemplative traditions to attend. The group is open to everyone regardless of funds; there is a free will offering ($5 suggested with checks made to UUCSP with Meditation in the memo line, mailed to UUCSP, 740 E Main Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060). The meeting will begin with a reading and short discussion, with a guided meditation leading us into a time of silence. There is power in meditating together. We would love to have you join us. For more information, leave a message on Reverend Maddie's private line at the church: 805-525-4620 or email minister@uucsp.org
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp ~
Image by Lynn Holbein
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Service: Blue Christmas with Rev. Maddie and Caring Committee
Day and Time
Thursday Dec 23, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMDetails
Thursday, December 23 at 3 PM Blue Christmas Rev. Maddie Sifantus, Caring Committee
When the Holidays Hurt: Many people have difficulties during the holiday season for a variety of reasons. This pandemic year may bring more sadness than most. Join Rev. Maddie and members of our Caring Committee in person or on Zoom for a reflective hour of readings and reflection. IN PERSON IN THE SANCTUARY AND ON ZOOM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
NOTE: This will not be a Facebook event due to privacy issues.
Image by Gayle Ansel
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Service: CHRISTMAS EVE 2021
Day and Time
Friday Dec 24, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMDetails
We gather on Christmas Eve in person and online for a traditional Christmas Eve service of readings, Carols, and special music using an adapted service originally created by Unitarian Anna Garlin Spencer, the first woman ordained in Rhode Island and minister of Bell Street Chapel in the 19th century. We will end with a candlelit Silent Night.
Rev. Maddie Sifantus and readers
MASKED AND SOCIALLY DISTANCED
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp ~
Image by Lynn Holbein
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Service: My Favorite Things with Kate English and Ruth Ricards
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 26, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMDetails
Come join in the spirit of the holidays by listening to stories of some of our favorite holiday traditions.
Kate English and Ruth Ricards
IN PERSON MASKED AND SOCIALLY DISTANCED
AND ONLINE ON ZOOM AND FACEBOOK
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp ~
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Our Congregation
Are you looking for a friendly home where you can explore the larger questions of life with those who bring many perspectives? Are you looking for a faith community that looks outward to the larger community to make a difference in the world? Are you looking for a place that you can share your gifts as well as your concerns and your interests? Would you like to find a place that has a Spiritual Growth Center so we can grow together in spirit and health? Would you like to be able to laugh and cry together, sing together and share our lives? Rev. Maddie would love to welcome you to our small but mighty faith home.
About Unitarian Universalism
We are people of all ages, people of many backgrounds, and people of many beliefs. We are brave, curious and compassionate thinkers and doers. We create spirituality and community beyond boundaries, working for more justice and more love in our own lives and in the world.
Church of the Larger Fellowship
Unitarian Universalist Association
LGBTQ Welcoming Congregation
Pacific Western Region of the UUA
