What's Happening
2026 Stewardship Campaign Continues!
At RUC we boldly engage in Dreaming God’s Dream. Our Wish Budget for 2026 reflects our desire to care for one another, our neighbors, and the earth, along with our commitment to social justice. Our annual budget is both practical and visionary. Our financial gifts don’t just add up to dollars in our bottom line; they become powerful resources for ministry and mission.
During our 2026 Stewardship Campaign, we invite you to prayerfully consider making an estimate of giving to RUC in response to the impact of God’s work in your life, the life of our community, and the larger world.
To make your 2026 Stewardship Campaign estimate of giving you may:
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Click on this link for an estimate of giving E-card
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Fill out and return to the church an estimate of giving card
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Contact Bill Kirby, Finance Elder
Stewardship Celebration Lunch and Music
Sunday, November 16, noon-2
Hold the date! All-church luncheon with music provided by our own John Abrahams‘ band Beyhan Trio and food from Chipotle!
Community Singalong!!!
Wednesday, November 26, 7pm
Imagine solving the world's problems, just by singing together! A bit of a stretch?
Now imagine feeling better by singing together with your community!
We are planning just such an event Wednesday night, November 26th at Rockville United Church. Take a break from your Thanksgiving preparations and join us!
Questions? Contact Jim Levy.
Advent Decorating Night: Saturday, November 29th
Please join us for our annual celebration of the beginning of Advent at RUC where we will decorate the church, join together for dinner, and decorate Gingerbread Houses!
Schedule of Events
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4:00pm: Start decorating the church ️
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5:30pm: Enjoy pizza provided by RUC. Please bring a dessert to share!
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6:00pm: Start decorating your Gingerbread Houses! Houses will be available for $20 (cash, check, or Venmo) on decorating night. If you’d like to bring your own Gingerbread House to adorn with edible decorations that will be provided, that’s great too!
We will also have music, games, tree decorating, wreath hanging and puzzles to enjoy!
On-going events
Meditation Groups at RUC
Please join us for meditation at the church. No experience necessary and instruction is offered. Meditation groups meet on three different days:
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Sunday evening 7-8:30 pm meditation involves a more traditional Zen format.
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Mondays 4:30-5:30 pm in the sanctuary.
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Tuesday afternoon meditation from 4:45-6 pm.
All groups are led by RUC member Martine Palmiter, who is a Zen teacher. Email her with questions: mpalmiter@gmail.com.
Men's Meditation Group
The Fall 2025 season of the Men's Mindfulness Meditation group is underway - Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. Further information is available in the group newsletter or contact the group facilitator Vic Caldarola.
Women's Breakfast: (second Saturday of each month)
The Women’s Breakfast will be meeting at 8:30 a.m. each month at The Silver Diner, 12276 Rockville Pike.
Men's Breakfast: (third Saturday of each month)
The Men's Breakfast will be meeting at the Brooklyn Deli (1089 Seven Locks Road), to allow us to take advantage of the outdoor tables, weather permitting. We have not been able to provide a consistent Zoom connection, so the breakfast will be only in person. Hope you can join us at 8:15 AM for good food and fellowship.