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Sunday Services

  • This Week:

    March 29, 2026 – TBD

    Information about this service will be provided soon!

    The originally planned UUFC history slide show and timeline after service have been postponed.

    Rev. Alex McGee will preach

Services This Month

  • April 5, 2026 – Easter: The Story of an Ancient Teacher through Our Current Values

    Easter comes from the Christian tradition, which is part of the UU heritage. The story of the famous teacher, Jesus, contains all the elements of our shared JETPIG values, if we know where to look. This All Ages service, designed by our Director of Religious Exploration, will engage us in surprising ways. Easter Egg hunt after the Service!

    Led by DRE Skyla King-Christison and others

    April 12, 2026 – Restorative Justice and the Prison Complex

    What does Universalism–the notion that we are all saved by being reconciled with a love greater than our sins–mean in the 21st century? How do we live this part of our faith heritage? The national association of UUs has committed to studying how prisons cause harm, and what possibilities there are for hope.

    Rev. Alex McGee will preach

    April 19, 2026 – TBD

    April 26, 2026 – What’s Your Agenda

    Having a personal or professional agenda is often considered a negative thing in Unitarian Universalism. Yet, not having purpose can cause anguish. We begin wonder what we are doing here. Today we unwrap our agendas in a life well lived.

    Rev. Mitra Rahnema will preach

From the Minister

  • Our fellow spiritual communities in Corvallis are inviting us to join them …

    Rev. Alex is grateful to pass along this invitation from Rev. Gordon at the First Christian Church here in Corvallis. Getting together with our neighbors in such a time as this strengthens us as neighbors for the future. Rev. Alex looks forward to seeing you there at 11 AM on Saturday, March 28 to share in Fellowship.

    No Kings: Faith Communities Gather the Day Before Palm Sunday

    On the day before Palm Sunday, Corvallis faith communities are walking together to make the network of beloved community strong — connected, rooted, and unafraid. Join us for the No Kings rally as we march as one ecumenical body to the courthouse.

    Signs & Songs Prep — Sunday, March 22, 2:00–3:00 PM
    Join us at the First Christian Church dining room to make signs and learn the songs we’ll carry together on the march. All sign-making supplies will be provided.

    The March — Saturday, March 28
    11:00 AM — Gather at First Christian Church for music practice and sign-making. Coffee and light refreshments provided.
    11:50 AM — Walk together as an ecumenical group to the Courthouse. Gathering spot: in front of the Arts Center.

    First Christian Church will be open from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM as a rest station with coffee refills and restrooms available.

    Our Songs
    “Everybody Ought To Know” — Listen & Learn
    “It’s okay to change your mind / And you can join us / Join us here anytime.” — Listen & Learn

    We walk because we belong to each other. Come add your voice.

This Week at UUFC

  • Minister Emerita Listening Sessions

    The Board of Directors has formed a task force to inform the congregation about Rev. Jill McAllister’s nomination for Minister Emerita in preparation for a vote at the UUFC Annual Meeting on May 17. This task force is conducting a number of listening sessions in which to discuss this process and answer any potential questions.  They will also set up a table in the Social Hall or Foyer after worship services to answer questions and share information.

    Here are the currently-scheduled listening sessions:

    Sunday, March 22  7 – 8:30 PM         Listening Session in the Sanctuary
    Thursday, March 26  7 – 8:30 PM      Listening Session in Room 3
    Sunday, April 12    11:45 AM            Listening Session Location TBD

    The task force has written a list of frequently-asked questions about Ministers Emerit, which you can read here.

    Childcare is available!

    Free childcare can usually be arranged for any Fellowship event by using this link 1-2 weeks prior to the event.

  • Know Your Rights training, 3/23

    Prepare for the upcoming No Kings III protest by taking this Know Your Rights training on March 23!

    From the organizers:

    In this ACLU-led training, participants will learn about the Constitutional right to peacefully protest and about best practices for reducing risks when attending protests like the upcoming No Kings mobilization on March 28.

    Monday, March 23, 6 – 7 PM. Register here. This training is offered virtually, so you don’t even need to get off your couch or put on pants!

  • Justice Theatre presents: 12 Angry Jurors, 3/27 & 28

    Justice Theatre presents: 12 Angry Jurors—Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28 at 7:30pm at the Fellowship.

    Once per year, the Justice Theatre Team transforms the Sanctuary into a theatre for two exciting days! This year’s show explores our country’s troubled relationship with its justice system. Twelve strangers on a jury are tasked with the burden of determining a young man’s guilt when the death penalty is on the line. Eleven of them take the testimonies and evidence at face value; one, however, does not. This dissenting opinion sets off a fierce and hotly debated standoff, which raises some terribly timely questions: why do we believe in what we are told? Can we truly trust the justice system when we allow our own biases, doubts, and fears to influence our judgment? What is the value of one human life compared to any other? All proceeds from this pay-what-you-can production will go to support legal aid through The Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice. You can reserve tickets and donate online at buytickets.at/uufc or just come to a show and donate at the door! We hope to see you there!

    Childcare is available!

    Free childcare can usually be arranged for any Fellowship event by using this link 1-2 weeks prior to the event.

  • Help with the No Kings III protest, 3/28

    The Democracy Action Team seeks to help fill Corvallis streets with the largest crowd ever at No Kings III, March 28th.

    Indivisible’s plan for March 28th, is compelling and it urgently requests that citizens partner with them to build what is needed from OSU to Central Park and the Courthouse. So our request is that our Democracy Team join in by each of us signing up for the tasks we can do. Some work can be done at home.

    No Kings III will be a peaceful demonstration, starting at OSU at noon with speeches and songs, then marching along Madison Ave. to Central City Park, and ending at the Courthouse. At Central Park, there will be art and activities for the kids, as well as music at the gazebo. And at the Courthouse, back by popular demand, another Dance of Defiance. Of course, 4th St. will be filled with people waving signs the entire time.

    Remember, every protest is a food drive!

    To pull this off, the organizers will need 100 safety/peacekeeping volunteers, plus dozens of people to set up tables, art, and sound equipment; staff information and first aid tables; and clean and pack up afterwards. To volunteer for the day of the event, please email indivisible.bc.or@gmail.com with the subject “No Kings volunteer” and indicate which of the above you are willing to do.

    The organizers also need help with a variety of tasks ahead of time, To be added to the “Put me to work” email list, email indivisible.bc.or@gmail.com with the subject “No Kings Worker Bee”. Once or twice a week, you’ll get a list of possible tasks you can volunteer for. Or ask to join the Signal group for more frequent requests (and the opportunity to select the best ones before others take them)!

    Read more about the updated tasks for volunteering for No Kings III here: https://indivisiblebc.org/no-kings-iii-volunteers/.

    This Sunday, March 15, please join us at our daytme Meeting, 11:45 am in the Library.  We will discuss the most urgent messages sent out by Ezra and Leah of Indivisible National, the most up-to-date folks I know to listen to, and we’ll look at getting signed up to Volunteer.

    We have two more Democracy Team gatherings in March, before the Protest.

    • TUESDAY March 17th 5 pm in the Social Hall:  Sign Making Event 
    • CANCELLED: De-Escalation training.

    Childcare is available!

    Free childcare can usually be arranged for any Fellowship event by using this link 1-2 weeks prior to the event.

  • An Introduction to Peace Studies and Literacy at OSU and in the Corvallis Area, 3/21

    Did you know OSU offers a Peace Studies Certificate and that there is a Peace Literacy Institute with coordinators in Corvallis? Friendship Force of Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley and the UUFC are cosponsoring an event at which we can all learn more. The meeting will be on Saturday March 21, 10 am to noon in the Sanctuary of the UUFC. OSU’s Dr. Linda Richards will tell us about the OSU Peace Studies Program and Certificate. OSU’s Dr. Shari Clough will tell us about the Peace Literacy Institute. Following these background presentations, we will explore ideas for how interested local people can engage and support these programs. All are invited to this exploratory meeting. Bring your own beverage and a snack to share if able to do so.

    Childcare is available!

    Free childcare can usually be arranged for any Fellowship event by using this link 1-2 weeks prior to the event.

Announcements

  • UUFC Family Camping Opportunities

    group camping at cascadia

    Save the Dates: Cascadia County Park, June 25 – 28, 2026
    Moonshine Park (near Siletz), September 10 – 13, 2026

    Come and join in fun and fellowship while camping with fellow UUFC members and friends! Plans include time for hiking, exploring, crafts, building community, happy hour, and much more. Bring your own tent, personal gear, and food. Parking is very limited (6 cars and 2 RVs – no hook-ups) at Cascadia and 8 vehicles (including RVs) at Moonshine Park, so carpools are encouraged. Come out for all or part of the event.

    Links to the camps:
    Cascadia County Park: https://www.linncountyor.gov/parksrec/park/cascadia-county-park
    Moonshine Park: https://www.co.lincoln.or.us/1060/Moonshine-Park

    Registration fees: $30 per person for each weekend (4days/3nights); family rates are available and will be detailed on the registration form

    More information and a link for reservations will be sent out soon. If you have specific questions, please contact Julie and Nancy by filling out this form.

  • UUFC Auction Donations Needed

    Our annual Services and Silent Auction is coming up and the theme this year is a garden party. Please join in our largest fundraiser by offering a fun service, event, or item. Do you have access to a getaway at the beach, in the mountains, or other vacation spot? These prized offerings always earn lots for our Fellowship.

    Services are a wonderful and fun way to meet other UUFC members and build community. Do you have a skill, interest, or hobby that you would like to share with others? Some possibilities: bird watching; dance lessons; singing lessons; music performances; guitar or ukulele lessons; drawing or painting opportunities; clay crafting; knitting lessons; rafting on the river; dinner for 4-12; computer help; house or window cleaning; clutter reduction; woodlands hike; homemade dinners delivered; homemade artisan breads or preserves; custom scarf or journal; gift basket; wine tasting on your patio; camping; yard work; cooking classes; gardening help; trip to the beach; anything you love. 

    Did you downsize or maybe clean out your closets this year and have some special items that you no longer want or need, such as jewelry, furniture, or artwork that you would be willing to donate?  Bonus points if your donation coordinates with this year’s theme!

    The Services and Silent Auction is a fun party. You’ll definitely want to attend. Everything you donate and everything that’s purchased goes to help support the UUFC. Submit information about your donation(s) here, and the Fundraising Team will reach out.  Paper copies of the donation form will be available at the Fellowship after worship on Sundays. Thank you!

    If you have questions about donations, email servicesauction@uucorvallis.org.

  • Opening to Opportunity – Stewardship Drive is Off and Running

    As announced in the March UUFC journal, our 2026 Stewardship Drive has begun. All Sundays in March will provide opportunities to learn about the many contributions of both time and money that make the UUFC the resoundingly successful organization that it is and that will be needed to carry us into the future. March 8 will be “Opportunity Awaits” – an opportunity to celebrate and learn more about the many involvements of time available at the UUFC. March 15 will be a soft-launch of the pledge drive – information shared with member and friends encouraged to consider how they will be involved in Fellowship life in the coming year. March 22 will be the formal launch with the stewardship website “live” as well as in-person assistance for those desiring such. March 29 will be a history lesson on the UUFC – learn more about our past so we can plan our future together. Click here to view the stewardship drive announcement letter that contains more detail. Click here to sign up for one of the town halls on March 15, 16 or 22. Childcare is available for those making a request at least a week in advance. Opportunities await. Open yourself to them!

  • Outreach Offerings for March

    Our March Justice Outreach offering will support our Partner Congregations in Bozod Korispatak, Transylvania, which is in Romania and our Partner Congregation in Burundi, Africa.  Our partnerships are 30 and 10 years old, respectively. In that time, we primarily supported the educational pursuits of students in both locations. The UUFC has inherited a commitment to global faith partners.   As we consider the uneven local, national and worldwide terrain, it is incumbent upon us to evolve, to engage in collaborations of affection, respect, and trust with others, and to learn, support where asked, and innovate for our sake and for our children.  The Global Partners Team is the group through which the UUFC can advance our UU principles of love and justice in the world.

    Information about the Monthly Outreach Offering, as well as about UUFC Justice Teams, is posted on the bulletin board at the northeast corner of the Social Hall. Learn more about our Global Partners Team there.

    How to donate to the monthly Outreach Offering

    Each month, the Fellowship gathers donations for a certain charitable cause. These are our Outreach Offerings. You can contribute to this month’s offering in a few ways:

    1. Give to the Sunday collection basket
    2. Donate online
    3. Donate to the refreshments during the social hour

    The Kitchen team donates an assortment of sweet and savory refreshments, including gluten-free and vegan choices, for our enjoyment at the social hour following Sunday worship. These items are purchased and prepared by the team to encourage donations to the Outreach Offering. Collection baskets are always found at the ends of the refreshments table. The next time you’re eyeing something tasty on the table, consider putting a donation in the basket first to show how much you appreciate having that treat ready and waiting for you!

Plan Ahead

  • Community Music Circle, 3/30

    March 30th, 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the Sanctuary

    Do you like singing with others? Do you play an instrument? Come join us for a relaxed evening of making music together.

    Guitars, ukuleles, piccolos, tubas, hand drums, recorders, hammered dulcimers…all instruments are welcome!

    Sing along, try something new, or just listen and enjoy.

    We’re building community through shared music-making—no experience needed, no pressure, just music, connection and fun.

  • Info on 2026 Pilgrimage to Transylvania, 4/12

    Explore Our UU Roots – Castles, Cathedrals, Dungeons, Villages!

    You’re invited to join other members of the UUFC who have expressed interest in the September 8-19, 2026 trip to the Transylvania region of Romania.

    This is where Unitarianism started as an organized religion. The trip will be led by the Hungarian Unitarian Church and will be guided by local English-speaking Unitarian ministers. Included will be a weekend visit with our partner congregation in Kőrispatak.

    We will meet on SUNDAY April 12 in the UUFC Library at 11:30 a.m. to discuss particulars.

    Contact Heather at this link ASAP if interested in joining the conversation or is you want more information. Deadline to sign up: April 20, 2026

  • POSTPONED: UUFC History Town Hall

    The UUFC History Presentation by the Transitions Team, originally scheduled for March 29 after the service, is being rescheduled to a later date.  We look forward to bringing you the meaningful story of the founders, commitment, idealism, and hard work that makes the UUFC what it is today.  If you were planning to come on March 29 after the service, please cancel that on your calendar.

  • Spring Celebration Luncheon 4/4

    Join us for a Spring celebration luncheon at the Fellowship on Saturday, April 4th, 2026 beginning at 12:30 p.m. This year’s theme will be Exploring the Spanish Table, with tapas and other dishes.

    This event is open to all, with a suggested donation of $15 per person, all proceeds after food costs are covered will be donated to our charitable activities involving food insecurity and related issues. Sign-up sheets will be provided in the Social Hall and Lobby each Sunday and you can also RSVP with this form directly to reserve a seat or for further information. Hope to see you there!

    If you’d like to be a part of this and help out, you can volunteer to assist with food preparation or setup or food service or cleanup. If you help for at least an hour, you can dine with us for free as a thanks for your kind assistance. Use the RSVP form linked above to indicate your interest in volunteering.

    Childcare is available!

    Free childcare can usually be arranged for any Fellowship event by using this link 1-2 weeks prior to the event.

  • Invitation to Ordination of Karishma Gottfried, 5/16

    Fellowship member Karishma Gottfried invites you to attend her ordination to Unitarian Universalist ministry on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2 PM (Eastern time) in New York City! Those willing to travel are welcome to attend in person. The service will also be streamed online. See more details and RSVP at this link: https://partiful.com/e/r8mVpRCktdr0daerWzIU?.

    Karishma Neva Gottfried grew up in the Fellowship with her sister, Malika, and her parents, Shikha and Herky Gottfried, and was active throughout high school in religious exploration classes, district youth conferences, and denominational service. Although she moved away from Corvallis to Boston in 2019 to attend Wellesley College, and then to New York to study at Union Theological Seminary, she still considers UUFC her home congregation and visits whenever she is home.

Connect Up/Affinity Groups this Week