COVID-19 Response Updates
The church building Is now open to those fully masked and who are willing to socially distance. Services are also available on Zoom and Facebook Live.
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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
Meditation Online with Jim Cole
Day and Time
Wednesday Nov 29, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
The community is invited to a meditation practice group of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula led this evening by Jim Cole. Jim continues to lead on the church's Facebook page and on Zoom. In alternating weeks Rev. Maddie leads in person from the Parish Hall of UUCSP as well as exporting to Zoom and Facebook. 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
Image by Lynn Holbein
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
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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.
Mary As Annual Holiday Tea
Day and Time
Thursday Nov 30, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PMDetails
The annual Holiday Tea of the Mary A. Livermore Society is in the Parish Hall at 11:30 AM with light snacks and cookies. All invited. For more information be in touch with Constancia Leshin or Ann Hewitt.
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: Face the Music and Dance with Michael Eselun
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 3, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMDetails
Popular guest speaker, and UCLA oncology chaplain, Michael Eselun will explore the dance we do between acceptance and self-compassion. If we reach for acceptance of our circumstances as a pathway to inner peace, what part does self-compassion play? With Worship Host, MaryBeth East. In person and online.
Michael Eselun, serves as the oncology chaplain for the Simms/Mann‐UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology. Two-time TED-X speaker, Michael speaks extensively to healthcare professionals, patient populations and faith communities across the country. He’s also worked as an activist/educator addressing anti-LGBTQ bias in the larger community for over 30 years. Michael was recently inducted into the UCLA-Semel Institute Eudaimonia Society, in recognition of having lived a meaning-driven life. He has 4 volumes of CD’s available for purchase—contact Michael through his website--www.michaeleselun.com
First 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
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 in person and online
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 6, 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, this Wednesday with Rev. Maddie. The group continues to take place with Jim Cole on alternating weeks 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
Image by Lynn Holbein
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.
Service: Take a Breather with Rev. Maddie and Ken Stock
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 10, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMDetails
As we go into the busy Advent and holidays season, Rev. Maddie thinks about how spiritual practices are often called spiritual disciplines. First in a new series on Spiritual Practices for Unitarian Universalists.
Second Sunday in Advent; Hannukah (Day 3)
Talking Circle with Rev. Maddie after coffee hour
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
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 12, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMDetails
Our December Twilight Gathering will be special for the holiday season with Maddie Sifantus, soprano and church musician, Vincent Sorisio. Gathering is Sound, Silence and Word at the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula on Tuesday, December 12 at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula, 740 E Main Street, Santa Paula. Gathering also continues on Zoom. Free Will Offering to support the Gathering musicians.
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
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 Online with Jim Cole
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 13, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
The community is invited to a meditation practice group of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula led this evening by Jim Cole. Jim continues to lead on the church's Facebook page and on Zoom. In alternating weeks Rev. Maddie leads in person from the Parish Hall of UUCSP as well as exporting to Zoom and Facebook. 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
Image by Lynn Holbein
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
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
Day and Time
Thursday Dec 14, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMDetails
Rev. Maddie Sifantus and the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula invites the community to a Blue Christmas gathering in the Sanctuary on Thursday, December 14 at 2:00 PM. This season brings forth many feelings—all is not bright lights, presents and the bustle of family and friends for some of us. Blue Christmas is a time when we can reflect together on those blue feelings and bring light to them by sharing them. Join members of the Caring Committee and Rev. Maddie in a reflective time with music, readings and sharing, if you wish, of your difficult stories of this time of year and the losses you hold. We bring hope to our struggles. Special music by guest cellist, Bonnie Catto. All invited in person or on Zoom. Let us support one another. For more information or the Zoom address call the church office at 805-525-4647 or email office@uucsp.org.
Image by Gayle Ansel
IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM
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
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: Have Yourself a UU Christmas- Music Sunday
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 17, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMDetails
What better way to celebrate the season than with more music! Fa-la-la-la-la !
Music Sunday. Guest musicians, Bonnie Catto, cello and Christine Snipes Mazor, violin. Our choir sings Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring by J. S. Bach, and other selections.
Rev. Maddie Sifantus with Rev. Dr. Betty Stapleford, worship host
Taboo for All Ages
Third Sunday in Advent
Image by Lynn Holbein
IN PERSON AND ONLINE
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
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 in person and online
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 20, 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, this Wednesday with Rev. Maddie. The group continues to take place with Jim Cole on alternating weeks 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
Image by Lynn Holbein
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.
Service: Caroling Brunch in the Parish Hall
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 24, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMDetails
IN PERSON ONLY
IN THE PARISH HALL WITH REV MADDIE, HER SISTER BONNIE CATTO AND YOU!
Bring something to share for brunch, hear the story of The Night Before Christmas and sing favorite Carols. We will light a chalice and enjoy each other’s company of a casual gathering in the Parish Hall on Christmas Eve morning. Our Christmas Eve Lessons and Carols service will be in the Sanctuary at 5:00 PM
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 Lessons and Carols with Rev. Maddie Sifantus and Ellen Deeb
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 24, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMDetails
We gather on Christmas Eve for a traditional Christmas Eve service of readings, Carols, and special music. We will end with the traditional candlelit Silent Night. Featuring a Prelude by cellist Bonnie Catto and pianist Vincent Sorisio.
Fourth Sunday in Advent
Image by Lynn Holbein
IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM
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
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 Online with Jim Cole
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 27, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
The community is invited to a meditation practice group of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula led this evening by Jim Cole. Jim continues to lead on the church's Facebook page and on Zoom. In alternating weeks Rev. Maddie leads in person from the Parish Hall of UUCSP as well as exporting to Zoom and Facebook. 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
Image by Lynn Holbein
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
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: There is No Limit to What You Can Do with Constanica Leshin and Ruth Ricards
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 31, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMDetails
Dr. Seuss wrote, “You'll never get bored when you try something new, There's no limit to what you can do.” Constancia and Ruth bring inspiration for the New Year.
Image by Lynn Holbein
IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM
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
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
