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 with Rev. Maddie
UU Church of Santa PaulaMeditation with Rev. Maddie
Day and Time
Wednesday Feb 26, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
The community is invited to a meditation practice group at the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula at 740 East Main Street on Wednesday, February 26 at 6:00 PM in the Parish Hall led this evening by Rev. Maddie Sifantus. Enter through the front gate to the left of the main entrance and come in the side door. This group celebrates the diversity of Buddhist and other meditative orientations and welcomes participants from all contemplative traditions to attend. Allow about an hour and bring your meditation cushion, if you have one, or you can sit in a chair. The group is open to everyone; there is a free will offering ($5 suggested but all invited regardless of funds). 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. For more information, leave a message on Reverend Maddie's private line at the church: 805-525-4620 or email msifantus at uuma.org. 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.
Gathering with Donna Lynn Caskey and Steve Werner
Day and Time
Tuesday Mar 10, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMDetails
Twilight Gathering on Tuesday March 10 at 7 PM: This is a reflective time in our busy week to hear some beautiful music, share some silence and hear spoken word on a theme, which this month is Forgiveness. Led by Rev. Maddie Sifantus. The music will be provided by our friends Donna Lynn Caskey and Steve Werner. Free will offering to compensate musicians.
The church is located at 740 E Main Street, at the intersection of Main and 8th Streets. The Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula is one of the oldest churches in Ventura County and one of the first Universalist churches established on the West Coast. It is the oldest church building in the city of Santa Paula and is the bearer of a proud liberal religious heritage that dates back to mid 18th century America. For more information, call 805-525-4670 or email uucspoffice@gmail.com
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: Hope Against Despair
Day and Time
Sunday Mar 15, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMDetails
Reading and hearing about the horrific things that are happening in our world today, it is difficult for us to keep a positive attitude. So what can we do? Today’s service will focus on the ways our Universalist tradition can help.
Rev. Dr. Betty Stapleford with Michelle Cowan, Worship Host
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.
Rise Up Singing
Day and Time
Friday Mar 20, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMDetails
Come sing your favorite Irish song in the month of St. Patrick’s Day. Or sing a song of the coming of Spring. Or bring your favorite song to teach us. Rise Up Singing is a community monthly drop in singing group at the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula. All are invited to join us on Friday, February 21st at 7:00 pm. Join the fun as Maddie Sifantus leads us as we experience communal singing. All ages are welcome. Free Will Offering ($5 suggested). We meet in the Parish Hall of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula which is located at 740 E Main Street in Santa Paula. Singers and instrumentalists of all ages are welcome to this informal and spirited evening of shared music making. Bring a copy of Rise Up Singing or Rise Again, if you have one. Some copies will be available to buy or borrow for the evening. For more information, call Maddie at 805-525-4620 or email her at msifantus@uuma.org.
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.
Santa Paula Concert Series presents
A Call 2 Peace
Day and Time
Saturday May 16, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PMDetails
We are happy to welcome back A Call to Peace featuring Frederico Ramas, DJ Werd, Sonia Kazarova, Eduardo Del Signore, Scarlet Rivera and Ron Wagner.
Once expenses are met, all proceeds will benefit A Call to Peace Foundation. A Call 2 Peace Foundation is a nonprofit organization providing education about, and opportunity to realize, our natural peaceful state of being through the AC2P Concert Series and music workshops in venues around the world. A truly unique form of cultural exchange and musical collaboration, the concert series uses each event to partner with charitable organizations of peaceful outreach, with particular focus on the protection of nature, human rights, understanding and celebration of cultural differences.
https://www.ac2pcfoundation.org/
Ticket reservations: $20 Adults; $10 Children 12 and under; Children under 5 free.
The Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula has been home to a number of musical events throughout its 129 year history. Tickets can be purchased on our website and credit cards, checks and cash are accepted at the door. Children under age 5 are free. Proceeds benefit the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula Building and Historical Fund. For more information, contact us.
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.
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