The first Sunday of every month, YAs will be meeting at the Woodbridge Village Center for brunch as an extension of Communion. We leave after second service (12:15pm). Come chill and make connections in a fun and welcoming space!

IUCC is a proud supporter of inclusive scouting programs that are open, welcoming and safe for everyone. Join us as we recognize and celebrate the scouting troops that are hosted here.

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.

Youth Group - high school and junior high friends, our next event is on Jan 26th. We’ll be working on mini service projects while we snack on ice cream sundaes! Bring your favorite topping!

Our Youth group is committed to fostering an environment of being open and affirming. We celebrate diversity and host events that embrace and support each individual on their unique journey of self-discovery and faith exploration.

Mark your calendars for two important events in the life of IUCC:

1. Budget Forum – Sunday, January 19th, 2025, at 12:15 PM
   Join us for a virtual forum where members can ask questions about the proposed 2025 budget.

2. Winter Congregational Meeting – Sunday, January 26th, 2025, at 10:30 AM (Hybrid)
   Following the first service, we’ll gather both in person and online for our annual Winter Congregational Meeting. Together, we will:

   • Vote to approve the 2025 budget.

   • Hear an inspiring State of the Church address and vision for IUCC from Senior Pastor, Rev. Dr. Sarah Halverson Cano.

   • Celebrate and exercise the power of congregational polity that makes our church community unique.

Your voice and presence are vital as we set the course for the year ahead. Don’t miss these opportunities to be informed, engaged, and part of the decisions that shape IUCC’s future!

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.

IUCC young adults are skating into the new year. Literally! Come celebrate National Skating Month in January by slapping on some wheels and tearing up the rink. Not a pro skater? No problem, let’s struggle together! The real skating was the friends we made along the way!

Young Adults Gathering! Here at IUCC we value the relationships formed in small group settings. Through our Comma Groups, we journey together through monthly meetings. The YA Comma Group is meeting on 3nd Sundays

Mark your calendars!!!

Budget Forum – Sunday, January 19th, 2025, at 12:15 PM

Join us for a virtual forum where members can ask questions about the proposed 2025 budget.

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.

Calling all parents and guardians! The Parents Comma Group is meeting on 2nd Sundays and sharing a meal together over lunch. Childcare is provided at IUCC!

Adults - meet at the tables at the Woodbridge Village Center

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.

Take a break and enjoy a well-deserved night off while your kids have a blast! This event is the perfect opportunity for parents to unwind and relax while the kids will be having fun. We will also provide dinner for them!

Young Adults - enjoy food and time together! Each first Sunday of every month, YAs will be meeting at the Woodbridge Village Center for brunch as an extension of Communion. Come chill and make connections in a fun and welcoming space!

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.

Join us at Irvine United Congregational Church for "Star Words" on Epiphany Sunday, January 7th, either in person at IUCC or online. Discover the words that will light up your year and serve as your guiding stars for the journey ahead. Whether you choose to attend in the sanctuary or virtually, let these words inspire and lead you as you embark on a new year filled with hope, purpose, and meaning. Don't miss this opportunity to set the course for a year filled with wisdom and inspiration.

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.

Celebrate Christmas Eve at 7:00 PM – A Service of Light and Love

Join us on Christmas Eve at 7:00 PM for a candlelit worship experience that celebrates the wonder of Christ's birth. Through beloved carols, inspiring scripture, and beautiful harp and choral music, we will journey from the darkness of Advent into the radiant light of God’s love made flesh in Jesus Christ.

This family-friendly service features:
Prelude harp music by Brian Noel
The Chancel Choir’s heartfelt anthems and carols
Scripture readings telling the story of Christ’s nativity
Candle lighting to symbolize hope, peace, joy, and love

Whether you’ve walked with us for years or are seeking a meaningful way to celebrate this holy night, you are warmly invited to join us. Together, let’s welcome the Light that shines in the darkness.

For more information, visit iucc.org/visitor.

“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light!”

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.

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.

Young Adults! - Journey together in a small group that’s about inclusive friendship that is both fun and meaningful.

Join us for the annual Christmas Pageant, this year the theme is Extravagant Welcome! Watch as the kids, with some adults, show how we welcome people into our IUCC community.

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.

✨ 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! 🎄

The first Sunday of every month, Young Adults will meet at the Woodbridge Village Center for brunch as an extension of Communion. Next is Dec 8th after second service. Come chill and make connections in a fun and welcoming space!

Calling all parents and guardians! The Parents Comma Group is meeting on 2nd Sundays and sharing a meal together over lunch. Childcare is provided!

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.

🎄✨ 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! 🎉🎶

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.

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.