Children's Religious Education
2025-01-05 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-01-12 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-01-19 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
This year, our Children’s RE group is blending our play-based model with Holy Troublemakers & Unconventional Saints, an illustrated collection by Daneen Akers that highlights people from diverse faiths who have stood up for justice and love, even when it meant challenging the status quo.

We’ll learn about inspiring figures like:

Bayard Rustin

Fred Rogers

Valarie Kaur

Kaitlin Curtice

Thich Nhat Hanh

Rumi

Mary Oliver

And we’ll be adding our own Unitarian, Universalist, and Unitarian Universalist ancestors, including Norbert Čapek and Francis Ellen Watkins Harper.

Each Sunday, elementary school-aged participants will discover one of these holy troublemakers and then explore the week’s themes in our open play spaces, including an art room, contemplation room, make-believe room, game area, nature space, music space, and makerspace.

Youth Religious Education
2025-01-05 10:30 - 11:30
C2: Coming of Age Cafe

C2 is a unique coming-of-age space designed to honor youth choice and support them in taking ownership of their spiritual paths, C2 is a space where youth can connect, collaborate, create, and rest while exploring the deep questions of identity, belonging, and purpose. Each week, the group will be invited to explore questions such as:

How do I honor the child I once was…and will carry with me?

What are the labels and expectations our families put on us?

Where is the line between belonging and fitting in?

What privileges belong to me, and how do I use them to support the belonging of others?

How do I honor where I come from?

How do I celebrate the unique me?

How do I prevent labels from hemming me in?

What are my core values?

What are my passions and joys?

Who do I hope to become?

How do we disagree without destroying relationships?

How do I resist “me-ism” and honor our intertwined fates?

Then youth can choose how they’d like to go deeper with that week’s theme. Whether they choose to play a game, make art, enjoy a snack, quietly reflect, or simply relax, C2 is an intentional time for youth to nurture their well-being, explore those big coming-of-age questions as they move from childhood to adolescence, and discover the answers together.

Sunday Worship And Glorified Coffee Hour
2025-01-05 10:30 - 12:30
The Rev. Brian Mason, preaching

We welcome you to worship with us this Sunday at 10:30 AM! We rejoice and grow together through shared ministry, meditation, and music.

Sermons at UU Wausau encompass many topics, but always with the intent of cultivating dialogue and fostering growth. On any given Sunday, you will hear a sermon that stimulates your thinking about life, opens a new perspective on the Bible, or speaks to the state of the world with words of hope or healing. Join us Sunday in person as we worship together. We hope you join us to worship this Sunday at 10:30 am! ALL are welcome here.

Join Us On Sundays For Services That Inform & Inspire

Sermons at UU Wausau encompass many topics, but always with the intent of cultivating dialogue and fostering growth. On any given Sunday, you will hear a sermon that stimulates your thinking about life, opens a new perspective on the Bible, or speaks to the state of the world with words of hope or healing. Join us Sunday in person as we worship together.

Community Potluck Lunch
2025-01-05 11:45 - 12:45
Join us every first Sunday of the month after service for a heartwarming tradition that embodies the spirit of unity and fellowship at our Universalist Unitarian Church — our Community Potluck Lunch, co-hosted by the RE team and Men’s Group.

Crayons, markers, colored pencils—oh my! In November, we came together to create a collaborative mural, building community and finding meaning in every stroke of color. The energy was so inspiring that we knew we had to do it again!

Join us on Sunday, January 5th for a potluck co-hosted by the RE Team and the Men’s Group. Along with sharing nourishing food, we’ll nurture friendships and dive into a creative activity to add a splash of color to the white landscapes of January. This time, we’ll decorate our name tags. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking for a way to center yourself and connect with our community, this event is for you!

What to bring:

A dish to share for the potluck (sweet, savory, or anything in between!)

Your willingness to explore, create, and connect.

If you joined us in November and loved it, or if you missed out and want a chance to participate, now’s the time! Let’s keep the connections and communal energy alive—no artistic talent is required! We look forward to seeing you there!

Women’s AA Meeting
2025-01-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-13 18:00 - 19:00 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Women’s AA meets every Monday evening, including on holidays. Please enter through the doors off of the parking lot.

Wausau Bird Club · Public Meeting
2025-01-06 18:30 - 19:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Wausau Bird Club meets the first Monday of every month; indoors at UU Wausau during late Fall and Winter; outdoors in the Spring & Summer.

Everyone is welcome to join. Meetings are free and open to the public.

If you have questions about the location, please call Susan Haug at 715-446-2775.

Wausau Bird Club · Public Meeting
2025-01-06 18:30 - 19:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Wausau Bird Club meets the first Monday of every month; indoors at UU Wausau during late Fall and Winter; outdoors in the Spring & Summer.

The January 6 program will feature Juan Fernandez’s photographs from a recent trip to Botswana.

Everyone is welcome to join. Meetings are free and open to the public.

If you have questions about the location, please call Susan Haug at 715-446-2775.

Qi Gong · Free Class
2025-01-07 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-01-14 18:30 - 20:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Join teacher Larry Riddle and others in our beautiful atrium for stretching and Qi Gong. The stretching portion of the classes lasts for about 90 minutes and is required. Beginners welcome. Wear loose-fitting clothes and flat tennis shoes, if you have them. Classes are free and open to the public.

Weekly Knitting Group
2025-01-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-15 10:00 - 12:00 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Discover the joy of knitting and the warmth of community by joining our Weekly Knitting Group. All are invited, whether you’re a seasoned knitter or a complete novice. Bring your own knitting projects and let your creativity flow in the company of kindred spirits.

It’s not just about crafting but forging connections, sharing stories, and supporting one another. Knitting has a way of bringing comfort, both through the soothing rhythm of stitches and the bonds we build along the way.

Come join us in Walker Hall (upstairs) and be a part of this wonderful group, where your skills and passion are celebrated, and where every stitch is an opportunity to knit our community closer together.

Choir Practice · Alto Sectionals 🎵
2025-01-08 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-01-15 11:30 - 12:30
If you have had a secret wish to sing, join the UU Wausau Choir. We always welcome new members. There are no formal auditions; just bring your good ears and a desire to sing harmoniously.

Enjoy the practice-driven process of learning new music to share with the congregation on a three to four-week schedule.

The UU Wausau Choir meets every Wednesday in the Atrium from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The Tenor & Bass and Alto Sectionals have additional practices, such as this one!

For additional information to participate, contact Music Director Margaret Jerz margaret@uuwausau.org or call the church office at (715) 842-3697.

The Noon Swoon
2025-01-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-01-15 12:00 - 13:00 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
You’re invited to be part of our weekly gathering, where we dive into the thought-provoking world of The New Yorker magazine.

Join us during the lunch hour as we unpack the pages of the previous week’s issue, sparking vibrant discussions and sharing diverse perspectives.

Whether you’re a devoted reader or simply curious about engaging with insightful content, this is the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and expand your horizons.

Bring your lunch, your inquisitive spirit, and a hunger for stimulating conversation. We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching experience.

Social Justice Committee
2025-01-08 18:00 - 19:30

UU Choir Practice 🎵
2025-01-08 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-01-15 18:30 - 20:00
If you have had a secret wish to sing, join the UU Wausau Choir. We always welcome new members. There are no formalauditions; just bring your good ears and a desire to sing harmoniously.

The UU Wausau Choir meets every Wednesday in the Atrium from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Enjoy the practice-driven process of learning new music to share with the congregation on a three to four-week schedule.

For additional information to participate, contact Music Director Margaret Jerz margaret@uuwausau.orgor call the church office at (715) 842-3697.

Choir Practice · Tenor and Bass Sectionals 🎵
2025-01-09 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-16 15:00 - 16:00

Tai Chi · Free Class
2025-01-09 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-01-16 18:30 - 21:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Join teacher Larry Riddle and others in our beautiful atrium for stretching and Tai Chi. The stretching portion of the class lasts about 90 minutes and is required. Beginners are welcome. Wear loose-fitting clothing and flat tennis shoes, if you have them. Classes are free and open to the public.

Sunday Worship And Glorified Coffee Hour
2025-01-12 10:30 - 12:30
Brilliance is Overrated

What does it take to live with real compassion—not the feel-good kind, but the kind that changes lives, starting with your own? It’s probably not eloquence or cleverness but the gritty, everyday work of showing up for others, breaking down walls, and finding meaning in the messiness of human connection. True brilliance isn’t in the spotlight; it’s in the quiet, transformative power of kindness and care.

Creativity Matters
2025-01-14 19:00 - 20:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Our Creativity Matters group helps community members engage in monthly themes and explore spiritual growth through creative expression.

It’s all about allowing our intuition and imagination to guide us, not just our logic and reflective minds. Think of it as making room for your right brain to dance with your left brain.

Creativity Matters is a high school and adult group designed for everyone — no experience or artistic skill is required! Just bring a playful spirit and adventurous attitude.

Creativity Matters • Story
2025-01-14 19:00 - 20:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Story

January’s Creativity Matters theme is “Story.” Together, we’ll explore how art can help us tell and understand our stories.

Projects of the Month

We will have supplies for Project Option B and E from the monthly Creativity Matters packet*

Where You’re From Collage – Use the framework from George Ella Lyon’s poem Where I’m From as inspiration to create a collage to tell your story.

Wise Words Through Your Favorite Modality – Choose your favorite quote from this month’s “Wise Words” and use your preferred creative medium to explore the art of storytelling.

Upcycled Book Art – Use old books as your canvas, fold, cut, paint, collage, or sculpt to create something new and beautiful. Be sure to incorporate the words or story from the pages as part of your design—whether by highlighting a phrase, creating a visual narrative, or letting the text guide your artistic process.

*Don’t have a copy of this month’s Creativity Matters guide? Sign up to be part of the mailing list or reach out to our Director of Religious Education for a copy!

What is Creativity Matters?

Our Creativity Matters group helps community members engage in monthly themes and explore spiritual growth through creative expression.

It’s all about allowing our intuition and imagination to guide us, not just our logic and reflective minds. Think of it as making room for your right brain to dance with your left brain.

Creativity Matters is a high school and adult group designed for everyone — no experience or artistic skill is required! Just bring a playful spirit and adventurous attitude.

Women's Early Risers
2025-01-18 08:30 - 09:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not!

The group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave, Schofield, WI 54476).

For more information, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com.

Community Collection Focus · Ministry Partners
2025-01-19 08:00 - 17:00
Community Focus Collection (CFC)

On the third weekend of each month during September – May, our Sunday collection is given to a pre-selected Ministry Partner, organization or cause, like this one, that puts our values into practice. This week our donations go to Community Partners Campus. The Executive Director, Tara Glodowski will be speaking.

Community Partners Campus provides a single location for the provision of a wide range of human services by offering functional, collaborative, shared-space facilities for its nonprofit partners, all of which have mission-driven purposes to serve disadvantaged individuals and families in the greater Wausau area.

Community Partners Campus (CPC) helps its nonprofit partners meet their clients’ needs, with an emphasis on food, shelter, medical, mental health, and social well-being. In addition to providing more services to more people, CPC allows its partners to focus their efforts on their missions without the distractions of owning their own building or renting a facility at market rates that don’t truly meet their needs.
