December 2025 Worship Services
December Ministry theme: Choosing Hope. Sun. 12/7 Hope Full; 12/14 Holy Spirit; 12/21 It’s Cold and Dark; Wed. 12/24 @6 pm Candlelight Service; Sun. 12/28 Ragged Edges.
MORE...From Our Minister: Choosing Hope
The Season of Lights invites us into the dazzling darkness of the winter and its summons to move inward, rest, and be nourished by the long nights.
MORE...From Our President: December Reflections
We are now fully in the holiday season. Still, the holidays do not take away from the important work of our church community. Despite so much going on around us, I hope that you take time to care for yourself.
MORE...December 2025 Lifelong Learning
Come, come, whoever you are! Welcome to an exciting journey of questioning, challenging, and celebrating life’s mysteries and wonders.
MORE...Our 2025-26 Winter Clothing Drive for the Annenberg Access Center
Once again this winter, from December 14 through February 25, your Lunches for Bunches team will coordinate a clothing drive for our unhoused neighbors who receive services at the Annenberg Access Center.
MORE...Report on the Summer Communications Potluck Discussions
Almost four months ago, more than two dozen congregants enjoyed a potluck lunch and generated a long list of thoughts, questions, hopes, and dreams about communications at UUSM.
MORE...November 2025 Board Meeting Highlights
The November 11 meeting of the UUSM Board of Directors included updates on our ministerial transition process, office staffing, and other committee and staff reports.
MORE...December 2025 Generous Congregation Supports UNICEF
This month, half of our Sunday offerings will go to UNICEF, the United Nations Children’s Fund. Your donations will help UNICEF fight for the rights of every child seeking safe shelter, nutrition, protection from disaster and conflicts, and equality.
MORE...Green Living Invites You Find Out More About Affordable Housing in Santa Monica
Santa Monica Airport is scheduled to close in 2028. UUSM’s Green Living Committee has endorsed the Cloverfield Commons proposal for affordable housing and a substantial public park.
MORE...Dining for Dollars will launch early in 2026
Mark Your Calendar! Dining for Dollars 2026 will launch early next year — on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 6:00 – 9:00 PM in Forbes Hall with an All-Church Celebration!
MORE...Goodbye to Trish (Patricia) Brassard
I met Trish while doing Coffee Service. She always came early and offered to help out. We got to talking and she said she loved traveling. We made a plan to travel together in a year or so. Unfortunately, it never came to pass.
MORE...November & December Art Wall: UUSM Member Artists
The November-December Art Wall features works by UUSM member artists. Please join us for a reception in Forbes Hall on December 7th, after the service.
MORE...More Text Codes to Give to UUSM
Text giving is mobile, easy, and it makes a huge difference. Donations of any amount are gratefully accepted. Payments for specific goods and services can also be made.
MORE...Notes from the UUSM Animal Ministry
Join us to explore a more humane lifestyle, focusing on ethical consumerism, plant-based eating, the use of cruelty-free products, and the development of alternatives to the use of animals in research and product testing.
MORE...Managing Editor: Pam Teplitz
Editors: Barbara Andres, Sheila Cummins, Elizabeth Fuller, Joyce Holmen, James Witker
Photography: Roy Patience, Carol Ring, Cassie Winters, Greg Wood
Website Administrators: Elizabeth Fuller, Pam Teplitz
Please contact the News Team to submit articles. Members can contact the UUSM office to submit material for the Thursday Announcements.