Qi Gong · Free Class
2024-12-10 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-12-17 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-12-24 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Creativity Matters
2024-12-10 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 • Presence
2024-12-10 19:00 - 20:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Presence

December’s Creativity Matters theme is “Presence.” Together, we’ll explore how creating art can ground us in the present moment and deepen our connection to what we find holy, divine, or sacred in this world.

Projects of the Month

We will have supplies for Project Option A, D, and F from the monthly Creativity Matters packet*

Collage What Pulls You into the Present Moment: Create a collage as a tribute to all the things that draw you into the present moment, using both words and images

Continuous Line Drawing: Is an artistic technique where an image is created using a single, unbroken line. Try out this mindfulness art technique to find calm and grounding.

Draw or Paint What Winter Feels Like: Use your choice of drawing or painting tools to create a piece that captures your winter or holiday season feelings, focusing on textures, colors, or shapes that express the essence of this time.

*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.

Weekly Knitting Group
2024-12-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-18 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 🎵
2024-12-11 11:30 - 12:30, 2024-12-18 11:30 - 12:30 | WI
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
2024-12-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-18 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
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:30 | WI

UU Choir Practice 🎵
2024-12-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-12-18 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-12-25 18:30 - 20:00 | WI
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 🎵
2024-12-12 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-19 15:00 - 16:00 | WI

Tai Chi · Free Class
2024-12-12 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-19 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-26 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.

Annual Christmas Pageant
2024-12-15 10:30 - 12:30 | WI
Annual Christmas Pageant: the Rev’d Brian Mason and Jes Zimmer, DRE, leading

Step into a world of wonder and imagination at our annual Christmas Pageant, a heartwarming tradition that captures the joy and spirit of the season. With creativity and enthusiasm, our performers take center stage to celebrate the values of love, unity, and inclusion.

It’s a delightful event that brings families and the entire community together, reminding us all of the simple yet profound lessons of kindness and togetherness.

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.

Women’s AA Meeting
2024-12-16 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-30 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.

Board of Trustees Public Meeting
2024-12-17 18:30 - 20:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
All interested members and friends are welcome to the Board of Trustees meetings. Monthly board meetings are held at First Universalist Unitarian Church of Wausau on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM (unless otherwise noted).

Learn more about the church board, its role, and how to get involved.

Blue Christmas · Winter Solstice Gathering
2024-12-21 00:00 - 23:59 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Blue Christmas – Winter Solstice Gathering, led by Randy Jefferson

Join us for our annual Winter Solstice gathering that recognizes the complexity of emotions that can accompany the holiday season. On the longest night of the year, we come together to observe the passage from darkness to light with readings, songs, quiet meditation, candles, and letting go.

All are welcome to join in this special intergenerational seasonal service, which honors our earth-centered traditions that celebrate the sacred circle of life.

It’s a meaningful event reminding us that we can find strength and comfort in one another’s company, offering a beacon of hope amid darkness.

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.

Women's Early Risers
2024-12-21 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.

Christmas Sing! and Glorified Coffee Hour
2024-12-22 19:00 - 21:00 | WI
Dec. 22: Christmas Sing! – led by the Rev. Brian Mason and Margaret Jerz

Celebrate the joyous melodies of the season at our Annual Christmas Sing, a cherished tradition that fills our hearts with the spirit of unity and togetherness.

Gather with friends and family to raise your voices in song, embracing the time-honored carols that have woven a tapestry of warmth and tradition through the years.

It’s a festive evening where all are welcome, regardless of musical prowess, to celebrate love, hope, and joy that shine brightly during the holiday season.

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.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
2024-12-24 19:00 - 20:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service – the Rev. Brian Mason, preaching

Join us on Christmas Eve for a truly special Candlelight Service. Our evening will begin with an inspiring sermon, guiding us to reflect on the universal themes of compassion, unity, and joy.

As we gather in the soft, flickering glow of candlelight, our hearts will fill with celebration and a sense of community, culminating in the timeless beauty of our congregation singing “Silent Night.” During this poignant moment, we will pass a single flame from hand to hand, symbolizing the interconnectedness of our lives and the enduring light of hope that binds us together.

Come and experience the warmth and togetherness that define the holiday season this Christmas Eve as we embrace the true spirit of universal unity. We look forward to sharing this meaningful night with you and your loved ones.

After the Christmas Eve candlelight service, there will be a cookie reception. It is suggested to bring a dozen cookies to pass and share with other members.

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. Our December 24 donation will go to the Neighbors’ Place.

The Neighbors’ Place is the largest food pantry and diaper bank serving north central Wisconsin. The Market food pantry prioritizes the dignity of choice and healthy food options through SWAP (Supporting Wellness at Pantries). This simple, color coated system for organizing food is designed to make it easy for guests to make informed choices based on their dietary needs and health goals. The Babies’ Place was established in 2021 to address the growing need for diaper and period supply assistance. Currently, there are no state or federal programs that assist with these essentials. Each month, The Market serves over 2000 households through in person shopping or delivery and The Babies’ Place provides a supplemental diaper supply to more than 500 children.

Sunday Worship And Glorified Coffee Hour
2024-12-29 10:30 - 12:30 | WI
Sharing the Light Within – led by church member, Mary Testin

At this darkest time of the year and a season of uncertainty ahead, where do we find light and how can we share it to offer hope to others on their journey?

About Mary: Mary Testin is a fairly new member of UU Wausau, although she’s been singing in our choir for a year or so. She earned a B.A and M.A. in theology, is certified in offering Spiritual Direction and chaplaincy. Raised in the Roman Catholic Tradition, she served a variety of communities in liturgy, education and social justice for 40+ years as a professional lay minister. She met several members of the UU when they volunteered to tutor the Afghan refugees. Impressed with both their commitment and friendliness, she decided to look at their church which better met the liberal values of openness she was seeking. She is grateful to be part of the UU Wausau community.

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.
