Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Greater Canton
WELCOME TO
THE UUCGC
We are an open-minded, progressive spiritual community.
We provide a caring and compassionate community, nurture the spiritual growth of our members and friends, promote religious freedom and social justice, and celebrate diversity.
A Welcoming and inclusive congregation: affirming lgbtq individuals
and families
Unitarian Universalism has made a commitment to opening its doors to people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Whether you are seeking a religious community or you are a leader or member wanting to help your congregation deepen its welcome, we have resources for you!
No matter who you are, No matter who you love,
No matter where you are from, You are welcome here!
"WE ARE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS"
We are Unitarian Universalists, people of many backgrounds who have different beliefs, but shared values. Together, we offer a guided path towards a better you and a better world. Get to know us in this short animated video.
We are Unitarian Universalists. We are people of many paths who are brave, curious, and compassionate thinkers and doers.
We are a faith that honors your mind, your heart, your journey. Simply put, we are a guided path towards a better you and a better world.
Upcoming at UUCGC
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Tuesday, Nov 26, 7pm
First Lutheran Church
909 Tuscarawas st EAST
Canton
Regional News
Winter Institute 2025
Friday, February 14, 2025, 3:00 pm - Monday, February 17, 2025, 12:00 pm EST
Winter Institute (WI) is a long held tradition of gathering over President’s Day week-end for a mid-winter retreat at Salt Fork State Park in Cambridge, Ohio. This retreat was the brainchild of a group of Summer Institute (SI) attendees who wisely determined that a year between SI gatherings is just TOO LONG to wait to gather with extended Beloved UU Community!
In these difficult times, we are reminded how sacred it is to be in community, raising our voices in song, sharing meals together, and enjoying togetherness. The WI Planning committee is delighted to invite you to join us in-person for Winter Institute at Salt Fork!
Summer Institute (SI) is an intentional, multi-generational UU community that comes together each July for a week of fun, community and spiritual growth. Gathering for over 40 years, SI includes an active children’s program, a vibrant youth-led youth program, and a strong young adult community as well as many opportunities for the entire community to come together through dance, music, games, and worship.
In 2025, Summer Institute gathers July 6-12 at Oberlin College in Oberlin, OH. Our theme speaker will be Rev. Joanna Fontaine Crawford, speaking on the theme Live a Life on Fire: Change the World with Your Love. Learn more about SI and past activities at their website and their video.
Proposals for adult morning seminars and afternoon workshops are currently being accepted through November 7. Anyone can apply, first-timers are welcome!
Thanksgiving Feast UU Style
Sunday November 24, 2024 at the church
Freedom: How did the Pilgrims define freedom and what did it meant to them? When did colonial women see a new vision for their freedoms? This is a yearly service which brings to light what we did not know about our countries perspective and founding of Thanksgiving.
After the service we invite all to participate in our celebration Thanksgiving Feast UU style including all the fix-ins. Please celebrate the truth of Thanksgiving and bring a dish to share.
Lauri & Jim Molnar
Upcoming Sunday Services
November
November 24, 2024 - Freedom: How did the Pilgrims define freedom and what did it meant to them? When did colonial women see a new vision for their freedoms?
This is a yearly service which brings to light what we did not know about our countries perspective and founding of Thanksgiving.
After the service we invite all to participate in our celebration Thanksgiving Feast UU style including all the fix-ins. Please celebrate the truth of Thanksgiving and bring a dish to share.
Supporting Those Impacted by the Crisis in Ukraine
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray, president of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), said, “we continue to join in solidarity with so many around the world and pray for the people of Ukraine. Our hearts go out to those who are enduring devastating loss of life, violence, instability, and upheaval due to Russia’s unprovoked invasion. Our UU faith calls us to remain committed to justice and we believe we have a moral responsibility to support the creation of peace and the equal rights of all people.”
To donate to the UUSC Emergency Relief Fund Ukraine Responce visit https://www.uusc.org/
Donate to the Disaster Relief Fund
Thankfully, people are hungering to give to the directly impacted areas from Hurricane Helene. Please consider having your congregation take a special collection to support our congregations, their members, and their communities. We are at the lowest level of available funds since we began this project in 2017. We are in conversation about how to ensure the sustainability of the fund, which relies upon donations from congregations and individual UUs. While we are in discernment, we will still gratefully receive donations to the fund. Donate to the Disaster Relief Fund.
Learn more about how your congregation can take up a collection to support the Disaster Relief Fund.
