Mark Your Calendars!

UCR has MANY classes and events coming up.  Scroll down to see them all! 

 

All are offered via Zoom unless specified. Click on the links to register.

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An Overview of the Abrahamic Faiths

Thursdays | 6:30 PM | March 11-25 [3 weeks]

To register, click here. 

The Abrahamic Faiths (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam) share historical and religious roots as well as a common forbearer, Abraham.  Join Rev. Debra Carter Williams for a three-part survey of these important traditions. 

March 11: Judaism; March 18: Christianity; March 25: Islam. 

Overview of the Christian Scripture
Mondays |April 4- May 24 | 6:30 PM [8 weeks]

To register, click here. 

This course explores the genres of literature in the Christian Scripture [New Testament], which include narrative, historical, apocalyptic, and epistolary forms.  The participants will explore various approaches to biblical study that illuminate the historical and cultural context, authorship, date of composition, theological concerns, and purpose of the text.  Additionally, the class will examine the lens through which the message of Jesus Christ was interpreted. 

This course is offered for credit through Unity’s Spiritual Enrichment and Education program (SEE); however, it is open to anyone on a noncredit basis.  Required books:  The Bible and Reading the Bible Again for the First Time (Borg).  Facilitated by Rev. Debra Carter Williams.

Truth Topic Tuesdays 
Monthly | 6:30 PM

These conversations explore Unity’s understanding of topics gleaned from the congregation. These gatherings aren’t classes, but deep discussions.  

Sacred Conversations
Bi-monthly | 6:30 PM

These conversations address issues such as racism, inclusion, immigration, and interfaith cooperation. Through panels, advocates, community leaders, and Unity teachers and clergy, the goal is to open the space for learning, dialogue, and healing.

  • Wednesday, March 24:  Racism and Unconscious Bias 
  • Wednesday, May 19:   Interfaith Cooperation 
  • Wednesday, June 16: A Conversation with Local Social Service Agencies

Lenten Meditations
Wednesdays During Lent | 6 PM | Facebook

Enjoy recorded guided meditations led by our Licensed Unity Leaders each Wednesday during Lent.

https://www.facebook.com/UnityCedarRapids/videos

Holy Week & Easter Services

Palm Sunday | March 28 | 10 AM

Maundy Thursday| April 1|6:30 PM

Good Friday| Virtual Prayer Stations | Noon-3 PM

Sunrise Easter Service| April 4 | Time TBD

Easter Service |April 4| 10 AM

Virtual Prayer Vigil
Friday, April 30 -Sunday, May 2 | more information to follow

Social Events
more information to follow

Sunday Coffee Hour at 11 am after the service:  February 28| March 14, 28 | April 11, 25 | May 9, 23

Improv Night | Friday, February 26 |7 pm

Cooking Class | Friday, March 26 |Time TBD

Game Night | Friday, April 16 | 7 pm

Crafting |Friday, May 14 |Time TBD