FAQs

What time does church start?
Services begin at 10:30 a.m. Sunday mornings. Children begin the service with the congregation and then go to their classes (Sunday School for UUs). A "coffee hour" immediately follows the service and all are welcome to stay after to enjoy great conversation and refreshments.

What do I need to wear?
Whatever you like!  Please wear something comfortable.  Some members dress in their Sunday best and some come in their yoga outfits. Kids should wear clothes that are o.k. to get messy in while making crafts and participating in outdoor activities.

Do you have a children's program or Sunday school?
Yes, our religious education program offers activities for all ages.  The children stay in the sanctuary with their parents for the opening announcements, lighting of the chalice, and children's story.  Then they go to their classrooms. Occasionally, we have an Intergenerational Service in which children remain in the sanctuary throughout the service.

What are the children/youth classes like?
The youth enjoy a variety of activities based on the curriculum for the year.  Our theme for the 2007--2008 school year is World Religions.  A typical class could involve a shared story, creative craft, outdoor game, or even putting on a play!

Is there a nursery?
Yes. Nursery care for infants and toddlers (up to age 3) is available.

What is Unitarian Universalism? What do UUs believe?
With its historical roots in the Jewish and Christian traditions, Unitarian Universalism is a liberal religion -- that is, a religion that keeps an open mind to the religious questions people have struggled with in all times and places. We believe that personal experience, conscience and reason should be the final authorities in religion, and that in the end religious authority lies not in a book or person or institution, but in ourselves. We are a "non-creedal" religion: we do not ask anyone to subscribe to a creed. UUs draw spiritual wisdom from many sources, including all of the eight major world religions. Our congregation, like all UU congregations, is self-governing. Authority and responsibility are vested in the membership of our congregation. Additional answers to frequently asked questions about unitarian universalism can be found on the UUA website: http://www.uua.org/aboutuu/uufaq.html

Do I need to schedule an appointment or let someone know before visiting?
Absolutely not!  You're certainly welcome to call ahead (545-6777) and ask questions if you'd like but you are welcome to visit any service.

What are your office hours?
Our office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 

How do I join the congregation?
Join us at worship services and participate in our many other activities as you wish to learn more about who we are, and whether you want to become a member. The last act of joining the congregation is simple, but significant: You sign our congregation's membership book. We have no creedal requirements. With your signature you affirm your pledge to enter and to remain in a continuing and tolerant dialogue concerning the ways of truth and love, a dialogue within which free persuasion may occur; to share in our fellowship and in our corporate decision making; and to support with your gifts of energy and money our common work for the common good.

Community Unitarian Universalist Church
2819 W. Sylvester Street, Pasco, WA 99301
509.545.6777
webmaster@communityuu.org