Welcome

We are a progressive, warm, and energetic faith community, committed to upholding the inherent worth and dignity of every person, and safeguarding the fragile balance of our environment. We come from many religious backgrounds, and unite to seek meaning and spiritual deepening, and share faith’s essential works of justice and compassion. We are UUCSS, the Unitarian Universalist Church of Silver Spring.

Upcoming Events

Announcements

Workshop on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

October 27 12-2:00 pm at UUCSS in the Sanctuary. The Maryland Commission on Civil Rights will offer a free Workshop on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity. Learn how you can be welcoming to queer and gender non conforming people at our church, in the workplace, and in your community. Light lunch and vegetarian options will be available for…

September Volunteer of the Month – Jane Larrick

Jane Larrick is the volunteer of the month for September. Jane joined UUCSS in April 1991 after her friend and colleague Drew Riggs invited her to come and hear him play at a service. She had been looking for a community of like-minded people and instantly felt she had found it at UUCSS. Jane is…

July Volunteer of the Month – Doneby Smith

 Doneby Smith and her husband, David Miley, came to UUCSS in about 1995 on the recommendation of Ed Weiner after a brief stint at Cedar Lane UU, which, they decided, wasn’t a good fit for them.  Like many, they were especially looking for religious education for their son, Galen, who was 3 at the time.  Doneby says that the most intensive activity…

Pathways to Membership Class

Are you interested in becoming a member of UUCSS?  Our next Pathways to Membership class will be from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm on Saturday, October 26 in the Dolan Lounge in the Admin building at the church. Reverend Cox will be joining us. The Pathways class provides an opportunity to learn more about the history and principles of…

No Service August 18: Friendship Day

UUCSS will be CLOSED on Sunday, August 18, as we travel to our neighbors at the Cedar Lane UU Church for Friendship Day. Cedar Lane UU Church is located at 9601 Cedar Lane Bethesda, MD 20814. Friendship Day is a multigenerational service celebrating creativity and collaboration. Worship at Cedar Lane UU Church in the summer…