UUSM Choir: Singing for Our Lives Pride X Protest, June 11, 2026
Now more than ever, we feel called to raise our voices for peace, justice, democracy, equity, and inclusion. This year’s UUSM D4$ Choir Concert, celebrated Pride Month while also serving as an act of resistance.
MORE...UU the Vote 2026 is Coming Soon!
Hey all you UU the Vote postcarders — Start doing your finger strengthening exercises to get your postcard writing selves in shape. We will have a campaign and lists of…
MORE...UUSM Awards presented at the Annual Meeting
Each year at the Annual Congregational Meeting, we recognize the contributions of congregants who have gone above and beyond for our community.
MORE...July 2026 Worship Services
Join us for Sunday services at 10:30 am. July 5 Rev. Sue FIsher, Beloved Community; July 12 Rev. James Ishmael Ford, Divine Intoxicant; July 19 James Witker, Answers to the Call; July 26 James Buck, Humanitarian Sacrament.
MORE...From Our President: Looking Back–and Looking Ahead
Our ability to embrace change is a sign of a healthy and resilient congregation. It’s exciting to watch for what comes next and look toward to the future with curiosity and wonder.
MORE...March with UUSM in the LA Pride Parade on June 14th
Join us for our annual multi-generational march in the LA Pride Parade — a fun event for all!
MORE...June 2026 Board Meeting Highlights
The monthly meeting of the UUSM Board of Directors was held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 via Zoom.
MORE...View and Discuss the New “Henry David Thoreau” PBS Documentary Starting on July 19th
Join me for a journey to Concord, Massachussetts, in the mid-19th Century and explore the life, times, and thought of Henry David Thoreau in this acclaimed new three-part documentary from…
MORE...Camp de Benneville Pines for Kids and Families this Summer
Camp de Benneville Pines is a wonderful mountain retreat center just 100 miles east of Santa Monica. It’s owned by all the UU congregations in Southern California/Arizona/Nevada. Let’s go!
MORE...July 2026 Lifelong Learning
Come, come, whoever you are! Welcome to an exciting journey of questioning, challenging, and celebrating life’s mysteries and wonders.
MORE...June 2026 Worship Services
June Ministry theme: Flourishing Together. Join us for Sunday services at 10:30 am. June 7 Our Pride: Volunteer & Staff Appreciation; June 14 Circles of Love; June 21 Rev. Jeremiah’s Final UUSM Service; June 28 A Hymn Sing!
MORE...A Farewell Letter to Kikanza
We’re all going to miss Kikanza. Each of us in our own way. But we wish you well on your journey of a “month of Sundays,” and hope to see you upon your return.
MORE...Goodbye from Rev. Kikanza
Starting in July I’m going on a journey that will take A Month of Sundays to complete. My time away will give you time to prepare for Rev. Diana Smith, the new settled minister. It will give her space to get to know you, and for you all to figure out how you will do church together.
MORE...From Our President: June Events
June will be full of celebrations of the religious leaders who have been vital to the health of our community. These are important parts of the process of saying goodbye.
MORE...Managing Editor: Pam Teplitz
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