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UUSM Calls Rev. Diana Smith as Our Next Settled Minister

April 27, 2026

At the Special Congregational Meeting on April 26, 2026, 101 congregants voted overwhelmingly to call Rev. Diana Smith as our next settled minister. She will begin her work with us in August.

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Introducing the Candidate for Settled Minister: Rev. Diana Smith

April 5, 2026

Our candidate for UUSM’s next settled minister is The Rev. Diana Smith

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Dining for Dollars: Another Successful Year

April 6, 2026

Dining for Dollars fills an important role in the church community by promoting community engagement while at the same time making money for our beloved UUSM.

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Lunches for Bunches Clothing Drive is Now Year-Round

April 16, 2026

The People’s Concern is ALWAYS in need of clothing. In particular, larger men’s items. Now you can bring items any week and put them in the marked bin and the Lunches for Bunches Team will deliver!

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Candidating Week Calendar of Meetings and Events with Rev. Diana

April 17, 2026

Check out all of opportunities to connect with Rev. Diana during Candidating Week.

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Green Living Fair and Veggie Potluck has been moved to May 3rd

April 2, 2026

Come celebrate Mother Earth. And be sure to wear green for the group photo.

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April 2026 Worship Services

April 3, 2026

April Ministry theme: Embracing Possibility. Join us for Sunday services 10:30 am. April 5: Our Easter Celebration. April 12: Earth Day Celebration. April 19 and 26: Meet our Ministerial Candidate — and vote!

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Now More Than Ever! UUSM 26-27 Stewardship Campaign continues through April 19

April 15, 2026

In this annual stewardship campaign, we are honoring our past, celebrating the present, and preparing to write the next chapter of our noble congregation with a solid foundation.

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March 2026 Board Highlights

April 16, 2026

The Board of Directors of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Santa Monica met on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, via Zoom. Board members attending included President Vilma Ortiz, Vice President Karl…

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From Our President: April Reflections

April 3, 2026

The world may be falling apart but UUSM is thriving! We are part of a community built on love, commitment, and service. We stand up for justice and speak up against injustices.

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April 2026 Lifelong Learning

April 1, 2026

Come, come, whoever you are! Welcome to an exciting journey of questioning, challenging, and celebrating life’s mysteries and wonders.

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What’s Happening in CYRE in April 2026?

April 1, 2026

Here’s news about what’s coming up for Children & Youth RE this Sunday and beyond.

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Ministerial Search Update: Candidating Week April 19-26

March 25, 2026

The UUSM Ministerial Search Team is excited to announce that we are in the last few stages of the search process! We will announce the candidate in the coming weeks.

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Interested in Serving on the Board or LDNC?

March 18, 2026

The Leadership Development and Nominations Committee (LDNC) is currently recruiting UUSM members who are interested in possibly serving on the Board of Directors or LDNC starting July 1. Our priority this year is continuity.

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