IUCC EVENTS

Sunday Worship
Nov
24

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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Sunday Worship
Dec
1

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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Advent Festival and Advent Workshop
Dec
1

Advent Festival and Advent Workshop

Our yearly Advent Festival is coming with games, crafts, a photo booth, service projects, and (psst) maybe an obstacle course. Let’s come together and get into the spirit of the season.

This event is a yearly IUCC tradition to get into the Christmas spirit for families and friends of all ages.

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Christmas Bake Off - Jr Youth Group and Youth Group
Dec
7

Christmas Bake Off - Jr Youth Group and Youth Group

Youth Group and Junior Youth Group are teaming up for this baking competition! Kids will be broken off into teams to create and decorate Christmas related desserts. Be on the look out for a list of materials we need for this event!

Note - This event is happening at the same time as the IUCC Choir Concert.

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Christmas Choral Concert
Dec
7

Christmas Choral Concert

🎄✨ SAVE THE DATE! 🎶✨

Join us on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at 7 PM for the IUCC Chancel Choir’s Annual Christmas Concert in the IUCC Sanctuary! This year’s theme, “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” will fill your heart with the joy and magic of the season! 🎶❤️ Admission is FREE—invite family and friends! 🎁✨

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with us! 🎅💕 A freewill offering will benefit the IUCC General Fund. We can’t wait to see YOU there! 🎉🎶

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Sunday Worship
Dec
8

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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Candlelight, Christmas, Cabaret!
Dec
13

Candlelight, Christmas, Cabaret!

ONLY 20 TICKETS LEFT!

Join us for Candlelight, Christmas, Cabaret, an elegant holiday gala on a magical, candlelit evening in Plumer Hall! Enjoy a festive four-course meal, incredible performances by soprano Thalia Moore, Yuyoung Jeong, and IUCC members, plus a spectacular silent auction benefiting IUCC.

🎟️ Reserve now—VIP options available! Complimentary tickets upon request at iucc@iucc.org. Dress your festive best for this unforgettable night! 🎄

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Sunday Worship
Dec
15

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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Christmas Pageant
Dec
15

Christmas Pageant

Save the date for the annual Christmas Pageant! More details to come, but if you are interested in participating in the Pageant make sure to contact Myrna to find out more about rehearsal times

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Women to Women - Chrismukkah
Dec
16

Women to Women - Chrismukkah

Women to Women (a warm collaboration between the women of IUCC and University Synagogue) invites you to a “Chrismukkah” holiday party on Monday, December 16, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Brio’s at the Irvine Spectrum. Come celebrate the holidays and enjoy an evening of friendship, sharing holiday memories, and playing games. Enjoy a light buffet of Caprese Salad, Crudités, Margherita Flatbread, Fruit, and Holiday Desserts. Wine/beer, soft drinks, and tea/coffee are included. Tickets are $35. Questions may be directed to Marilyn Smith at marilynsmithmsw@yahoo.com. Please pre-pay by December 10 by sending a check to IUCC or using Zelle, making sure to use the designation “Chrismukkah” for each payment.

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Sunday Worship
Nov
17

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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YAs Hiking with Friends
Nov
16

YAs Hiking with Friends

Calling Young adults are going hiking! Not a rugged, outdoorsy type? Not a problem! The Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve is one of the easiest trails in Orange County. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and shoes, and let's enjoy being inside the outdoors!

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DEI: Doss v. Bernal
Nov
10

DEI: Doss v. Bernal

Film Premiere: Doss v. Bernal Reenactment, 80 Years Later

Join us for the premiere of Doss v. Bernal, a powerful reenactment that revisits a pivotal 1943 legal battle in Fullerton, California. This case centered on Alex and Esther Bernal, who unknowingly purchased a home with a racial restrictive covenant prohibiting Mexican ownership, a practice then backed by the U.S. Supreme Court and widely accepted across the nation. Against all odds, the Bernals challenged this unjust restriction and fought for their right to own their home.

When: Sunday, November 10th, 12:30 PM (after the second service)
Where: Plumer Hall

Don't miss this thought-provoking exploration of resilience and justice in the face of discrimination.

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Sunday Worship
Nov
10

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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Sacred Sunday
Nov
3

Sacred Sunday

Calling all Young Adults! The first Sunday of every month, YAs will be meeting at the Woodbridge Village Center for brunch as an extension of Communion. The next meeting is Nov. 3rd after second service. Come chill and make connections in a fun and welcoming space!

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Youth Group Halloween
Oct
27

Youth Group Halloween

Calling all Middle schoolers and High schoolers to celebrate Halloween through painting pumpkins, making caramel apples, and playing Halloween bingo!

Friends are welcome! IUCC’s youth group is an open, affirming, and welcoming space to feel support and build connection with each other.

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Trunk or Treat: Spooky Sunday
Oct
27

Trunk or Treat: Spooky Sunday

Trunk or Treat is back on Oct 27th! - Show up in costume, decorate your car, and get ready to have fun! Spooky Sunday is back and we are excited to see who has the most creative costume, spooky sight, and dazzling decors!

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Sunday Worship - Spooky Sunday!
Oct
27

Sunday Worship - Spooky Sunday!

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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Queer & Disabled Game Night
Oct
26

Queer & Disabled Game Night

Queer & Disabled Game Night hosted by Joy Dorko is back! Board games will be provided and feel free to bring your own. All are welcome regardless of sexuality, gender, or ability.

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Read with Royalty
Oct
26

Read with Royalty

IUCC and the Orange County Equality Coalition (OCEC) will co-host “Read with Royalty,” a storytime event featuring Queen Cucu Chanel, on Saturday, October 26, at 10:00 AM at IUCC. We’ll be reading inclusive books with LGBTQ+ positive, gender-affirming, and multicultural stories, offering parents a safe, positive, and age-appropriate environment where all families are welcome. We invite children of all ages to this family-friendly event!

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Halloween Bingo
Oct
25

Halloween Bingo

IUCC is proud to present Halloween Bingo hosted by Cucu Chanel and her Drag Queen Divas. This is our most popular BINGO of the year. Come in your best Halloween costume!

Friday, October 25 at 7:00pm at Irvine United Congregational Church:

$ 30 Entry Fee

GREAT PRIZES! GREAT PERFORMANCES! GREAT FOOD & DRINK

Tickets and Details Here

NACHO BAR and HALLOWEEN BREW!

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YA Comma Group
Oct
20

YA Comma Group

  • Irvine United Congregational Church - Wisdom Room (map)
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Young Adult Comma Group

October 20 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Journey together in a small group - We are launching IUCC's very first Comma Group just for young adults! For more information, please contact Dustin Nguyen at dustin@iucc.org

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Jr Youth Group Fall Frolic
Oct
20

Jr Youth Group Fall Frolic

Calling all Elementary schoolers to enjoy each other's company as we walk to the Woodbridge Town Center and enjoy a sweet treat. We will leave at the start of coffee hour and return at the end of second service. Make sure to bring money for a treat!

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Sunday Worship
Oct
20

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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Perception of Mixed Race Identity Politics
Oct
13

Perception of Mixed Race Identity Politics

Join IUCC DEI & MASC for a thought-provoking community discussion, Perceptions of Mixed-Race Identity in Politics. This free event welcomes teens and adults to explore multiracial identities within politics and society from both historical and modern perspectives. Together, we’ll uncover the shared experiences that strengthen our diverse, multiracial community.

Date: Sunday, October 13th
Time: 12:30 – 2:00 PM
Location: Plumer Hall, Irvine United Congregational Church

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, engage, and connect with others!

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Sunday Worship
Oct
13

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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Ballot Review - 2024
Oct
6

Ballot Review - 2024

In addition to, ahem, a certain Presidential election, and in addition to choosing winners in a large number of other contests, California has still more work for us to do as we cast votes. We get propositions! Like ‘em or hate ‘em, they’re on the ballot.

For this election season, we have ten propositions on the ballot. Five were put onto the ballot by the Legislature. Another five were put onto the ballot by interested groups and individuals who collected signatures outside of your local grocery store.

The Advocates for Peace & Justice will sponsor a review of these ten questions on Sunday, October 6 at 10:45 a.m. Featured will be descriptions of each of the proposed measures, and a grid showing which groups or parties are in favor of or are opposed to each. Keith Boyum, Professor of Political Science Emeritus has developed these, and they will be posted on the IUCC web site for easy access.

So why October 6? Seems early. Yet California will put ballots for this fall’s election in the mail to all registered voters on October 7 th . Let the voting begin! You see, we no longer have an election day: we have an election season.



So come and hear, and join in on, the discussion on October 6. As always, IUCC has no congregational position on any of the propositions, nor on any of the candidates.

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Sunday Worship
Oct
6

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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OC Pride Festival and Parade
Oct
5

OC Pride Festival and Parade

OC Pride

October 5, 12pm-10pm

We're going to OC Pride! Celebrate love and queer joy with live music, drag performances, community zones, art, workshops and more! As you enjoy the festivities make sure to stop by the IUCC booth. If you are interested in volunteering at the IUCC booth contact Alex Ingal at talktome@iucc.org

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Sunday Worship
Sep
29

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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True Believer - Screening
Sep
24

True Believer - Screening

"True Believer" Screening with Panel Discussion event!

Join us at Irvine United Congregational Church for a screening of “True Believer” on Tuesday, September 24 at 6:00pm, followed by a discussion and refreshments. Tickets are $15.

For over 40 years, the Religious Right in the US has proclaimed a patriarchal, anti-LGBTQ gospel, from cross-engraved-pulpits to bunting-laced podiums. “True Believer” explores the origins of this movement, weaving together the larger political intentions at play with Kristen Irving’s story of her own experience within a family deeply committed to their evangelical community. Kristen’s personal story will resonate with many persons who have either found their way out of the evangelical church or have become deeply uncomfortable within it. The details about how this movement was launched will be revealing for many who assume that it was simply a grassroots movement, or “a work of the Spirit.”

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Bon Vivant Dinner
Sep
22

Bon Vivant Dinner

A Bon Vivant dinner is a gathering of 8-10 friends who share a meal and engage in fellowship. It’s a wonderful way to meet other regular members of IUCC. Newcomers and long-time members alike are welcome. If you would like to attend, please sign up on the patio during coffee hour or email Pastor Craig in the office. This month's dinner is hosted by Terry LePage.

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Legacy Circle - Estate Planning
Sep
22

Legacy Circle - Estate Planning

Marilyn Smith, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked over many decades professionally helping clients (and their adult children) as they age, face fears and move towards death. By Marilyn’s report, however, the most profound ‘learnings’ about the emotional, practical and estate related issues came from intimately walking with her parents until their deaths, both in their early 90s. She was also their Successor Trustee for each of their estates, which she found both complicated and “kind of messy.” Come hear from Marilyn all about the little details beyond just estate planning that are so important to address as end of life issues.

Attorney Aaron Davidson, Esq., has 6 years of experience handling continuous probate disputes involving wills, trusts, and conservatorships. In that time Aaron has learned the importance of having one’s plans written down and ensuring that the entire family is on the same page. Since his time in litigation, Aaron has been working in estate planning and conservatorship administration, focusing on getting clients to plan for their futures and do their best to resolve potential family disputes before a crisis arises. Aaron looks forward to helping people make these important decisions because he has seen first hand the difficulties families face without adequate planning.

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Sunday Worship
Sep
22

Sunday Worship

We offer two Sunday services: a Traditional Service at 9:30 a.m. and a Contemporary Service at 11:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School is offered during the 11:15 a.m. service. The traditional service features our amazing Chancel Choir singing wonderful anthems tied to the morning’s theme. The contemporary service is more casual, led by an energetic praise group composed of our choral interns. We welcome you to come as you are and dress according to your personal style.

Sunday services typically include: information about church events, music, prayer, meditation, and a message from the pastor. We celebrate communion on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to partake. Our services are also streamed live on Facebook.

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