No matter who you are, or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here at University Congregational United Church of Christ. Young, old, sure of your path, or still searching --- we invite you to join us in imagining love and justice - as Jesus did - in acting to change the world.
Our in-person worship service starts at 10 am and includes hymns, prayers, scripture reading and a sermon. It usually lasts about an hour. During the 10 am service we also offer live-streaming to a nearby room that offers those with compromised immune systems to be more isolated. We also offer a separate space for children, with supervised play and crafts during the 10 am service. Sections of the 10 am service are programed into the 5 pm digital service, which is offered as a "vespers."
We are an inter-generational church and strive to be family-friendly, with an active ministry for children and youth. All ages are welcome in worship. We also offer nursery and child-care, Younger children begin the 10 am service with us and usually leave after about 15 minutes. Older children have the option of leaving for a special sermon time. Junior high and high school youth meet at 9 am and then often sit together in worship. Give us a call at 206-524-2322 for more specifics.
Wheelchair Access: The front entry is wheelchair accessible as are the rest rooms. Please don't hesitate to ask for assistance.
Do you feel called by the work of a non-profit committed to social justice? Have you served on a non-profit board or volunteered in support of an organization doing the important work of creating a more just world? Please consider completing an application for funding from the John G. Lewis Endowment. John Lewis was a long time UCUCC member, choir member, Love and Justice committee leader, and past church moderator who was passionate about social justice.
Projects funded will typically be partnerships with an outside organization that deliver services or advocate for systemic change for social justice. Funding proposals could be for seed money for a new project, or a new endeavor of an existing organization or team that increases the ability of the organization to carry out its mission. Projects that encourage active participation by our congregation are desirable, but benefits to the church should only be incidental. In 2022, approximately $5000 will be awarded to one organization.
Applications for funding will be due October 1, and awards will be made not later than November 1. The and application form and prospectus for the endowment will be available on the UCUCC website or by contacting Carol Nelson (cjnspinel@seanet.com) or Dan and Erin Johnson (danielanderin@comcast.net). You may also contact if you have questions about the application or an idea that you would like to explore with us.
We are excited to share with you information about how YOU can be part of this new UCUCC social justice initiative!
Submitted by the John L. Lewis Endowment Committee (Marty Curry, Dan Johnson, Erin Johnson, Carol Nelson, Mark Peterson)