Sunday Service: In-person and Online Sunday at 10:30am

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NEXT SERVICE

Sunday, March 8, 2026

A Piece of Fertile Ground

Expect the unexpected as we explore this month’s Soul Matters Theme: Paying Attention. This will be a highly interactive service, set up for connection and discovery. Rev. Eileen and Director of Lifespan Faith Formation, Kathy Underwood, lead this service together, with Janelle Brittain as Worship Associate. The UCE Choir, directed by Vickie Hellyer, with Gregory Shifrin on piano, provide the music. 

Today’s offering will be shared with the Unitarian Universalist Advocacy Network of Illinois or UUANI. UUANI devises programs to build power among UU congregations in Illinois in order to achieve meaningful, concrete, far-reaching results which put our UU values and principles into action. 

Upcoming Services:

March 15 – UUANI – Natasha Walker and Dr. Emma Farrell

March 22 (Note time change – 11 am) – The Gospel According to Patti LaBelle – a Worship in collaboration with Lula B. Sherman United Methodist Church – Rev. Eileen and Rev. Aaron McCleod

March 29 – New Member Covenanting – Rev. Susan Frances

          

Please join us for in-person & virtual worship services on Sundays at 10:30 am. 

We Are So Glad You Are Here

We are a community of people of all genders, ages, races, ethnicities, abilities, identities, backgrounds, and sexual orientations, practicing Beloved Community.

All are welcome! Our mission is to nurture the human spirit for a world made whole. Together we create a community of joy and hope, cultivate minds, sustain spirits, and work toward a more just and peaceful world.

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RENTALS

If you are looking for space to hold a wedding, memorial, special event or meeting, UCE has lovely spaces to accommodate your needs. We have a new kitchen, state of the art technology for multiplatform events and meetings, parking, lobby staff during your stay, accessible entry, and a t-coil hearing loop among other amenities to make your time here comfortable and convenient.  Click the photo or OUR SPACES button, to explore what’s available, testimonials and more information about our available space.

Our annual Rummage Sale helps us deepen our community relationships while serving as a vital source of funding in support of our mission to nurture the human spirit for a world made whole.

This popular sale offers something for everyone:

  • Artwork
  • Boutique Collection
  • Clothing
  • Children’s Department
  • Jewelry
  • Bakery Cafe
  • Housewares
  • Small/Medium Furniture
  • Treasures & Collectibles

Nurturing the Human Spirit…

For more events, check your Wednesday emails and Friday Newsletters. If you have a virtual meeting that you would like to add to the calendar, contact the office at admin@ucevanston.org.

… For a World Made Whole

Keep our UU values at the core of our work to preserve our democracy.

Build relationships for our future.

  • Beacons of Light. Join UCE at the corner of Dempster and Ridge every Thursday, 6:00-6:30pm, as a beacon of light for our country’s future. Bring a sign with a positive message that reflects what you’re feeling about this week’s events and your vision for the days ahead.
  • American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois (ACLU-IL), Rev. Susan Frances serves on their Board – Join their Community Activator Network
  • Interfaith Action of Evanston (IAE); Rev. Eileen Wiviott serves on their Board – Volunteer throughout Evanston

Recognize your spending power as an act of justice. Shop local or online from Fair Trade, ecologically sustainable, or BIPOC-owned businesses, like these online shops.

Cultivate an action plan. Get involved with one of UCE’s social action teams. If you are feeling overwhelmed or need some guidance, contact Rev. Susan Frances.

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