Unitarian Universalist Church of the Quad Cities
@uucqc.bsky.social
Our MISSION is Creating Beloved Community and our VISION is to be an inclusive place of belonging that works for social justice, and is inspired by our Principles. https://www.uua.org/beliefs/what-we-believe/principles
A New Year ritual called “toast, boast, and oath” invites friends to gather, offer gratitude, celebrate personal achievements, and set a simple one‑word intention for the year ahead—creating a circle of reflection, pride, and purpose.
December 28, 2025 at 11:00 AM
A New Year ritual called “toast, boast, and oath” invites friends to gather, offer gratitude, celebrate personal achievements, and set a simple one‑word intention for the year ahead—creating a circle of reflection, pride, and purpose.
Dec 21 @ 5 PM: Annual Yule Service with Gale Springer & Earth Based Team. Doors open 4:30. Celebrate the longest night and the Sun’s return. No childcare; questions to [email protected].
December 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Dec 21 @ 5 PM: Annual Yule Service with Gale Springer & Earth Based Team. Doors open 4:30. Celebrate the longest night and the Sun’s return. No childcare; questions to [email protected].
Dec 21 @ 10 AM, Bridget Laflin leads the Winter Solstice Pageant—songs and stories celebrating nature, peace, friendship, and the Sun’s return in the year’s darkest season.
December 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Dec 21 @ 10 AM, Bridget Laflin leads the Winter Solstice Pageant—songs and stories celebrating nature, peace, friendship, and the Sun’s return in the year’s darkest season.
December’s Soul Matters theme is Choosing Hope. Anne Marie Thode & Thia Sadlek offer a small-group or solo agenda to reflect, share, and journal on hope—inviting inspiration, challenge, and comfort during this season.
December 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
December’s Soul Matters theme is Choosing Hope. Anne Marie Thode & Thia Sadlek offer a small-group or solo agenda to reflect, share, and journal on hope—inviting inspiration, challenge, and comfort during this season.
The UUCQC Mitten Tree, a 60+ year tradition, collects coats, hats, scarves, socks & mittens for Alan’s House, a new group home serving youth in Rock Island. Sponsored by UUCQC youth, it honors Rev. Alan Egly’s legacy of community care.
December 16, 2025 at 12:01 PM
The UUCQC Mitten Tree, a 60+ year tradition, collects coats, hats, scarves, socks & mittens for Alan’s House, a new group home serving youth in Rock Island. Sponsored by UUCQC youth, it honors Rev. Alan Egly’s legacy of community care.
Michele leads Sunday Service Dec 28, Jan 25, Feb 22, Mar 8 & 22. She’s in the office Fri–Sun on pulpit weekends, plus Jan 13–15 and Feb 10–12. More dates coming in spring.
December 15, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Michele leads Sunday Service Dec 28, Jan 25, Feb 22, Mar 8 & 22. She’s in the office Fri–Sun on pulpit weekends, plus Jan 13–15 and Feb 10–12. More dates coming in spring.
Advent teaches patience through waiting. My travel delays tested endurance, bringing frustration yet unexpected joy with my daughter. Waiting consumes mind, body, and spirit—it is active, not idle. In this season, reflect: what are you waiting for, and how does it shape you?
December 14, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Advent teaches patience through waiting. My travel delays tested endurance, bringing frustration yet unexpected joy with my daughter. Waiting consumes mind, body, and spirit—it is active, not idle. In this season, reflect: what are you waiting for, and how does it shape you?
Next Sunday, Dec 14 at 10 AM, John De Taeye presents “We Cannot Stay in the Bomb Shelter Together Forever,” inviting reflection on the many forms of hope this holiday season.
December 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Next Sunday, Dec 14 at 10 AM, John De Taeye presents “We Cannot Stay in the Bomb Shelter Together Forever,” inviting reflection on the many forms of hope this holiday season.
Support UUCQC’s Holiday Cheer fundraiser! Order wreaths, sprays, centerpieces, trees & garlands at GiftItForward.com with code UNITARIA001. Each purchase earns $8 for UUCQC and spreads festive spirit with beautiful evergreen gifts.
December 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Support UUCQC’s Holiday Cheer fundraiser! Order wreaths, sprays, centerpieces, trees & garlands at GiftItForward.com with code UNITARIA001. Each purchase earns $8 for UUCQC and spreads festive spirit with beautiful evergreen gifts.
UUCQC’s Mitten Tree, a 60+ year tradition, collects winter clothing for Alan’s House, a new Rock Island group home for at-risk youth. Named for former minister Alan Egly, it offers shelter and care. Donations of coats, hats, scarves, socks, and mittens are welcomed.
December 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM
UUCQC’s Mitten Tree, a 60+ year tradition, collects winter clothing for Alan’s House, a new Rock Island group home for at-risk youth. Named for former minister Alan Egly, it offers shelter and care. Donations of coats, hats, scarves, socks, and mittens are welcomed.
Join us Wed, Dec 10 at 5:15 PM in the Lounge or online for Soulful Sundown. This quiet service of meditation, word, and music will reflect on HOPE, offering rest, renewal, and community connection.
December 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Join us Wed, Dec 10 at 5:15 PM in the Lounge or online for Soulful Sundown. This quiet service of meditation, word, and music will reflect on HOPE, offering rest, renewal, and community connection.
Kathy Solie raised funds for Ladles of Love by selling quilted items donated by church members. The program provides home-cooked meals to those facing hardships. Her booth was featured at the #LeClaireUglyChristmasSweater5K packet pick-up.
December 8, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Kathy Solie raised funds for Ladles of Love by selling quilted items donated by church members. The program provides home-cooked meals to those facing hardships. Her booth was featured at the #LeClaireUglyChristmasSweater5K packet pick-up.