What's Happening
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​​​​​​​​​​​​​“Dreaming God’s Dream: No Gift Too Small, No Dream Too Big” Stewardship Campaign for 2026 continues!
Our 2026 Stewardship Campaign has begun! Thank you all for the many ways, financial and otherwise, you contribute to Rockville United Church (RUC) and our mission to serve those in the wider world, in our neighborhoods, and within RUC. Every gift matters. Let’s dream big together! Learn more here.
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October update from the RUC LGBTQ+ group
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We are excited to announce that our next gathering will be on Sunday, November 2nd immediately following worship. Representatives from Rainbow Place will be joining us to provide an update on their recent efforts. RUC has been pleased to support Rainbow Place as part of our Grow the Circle Wide: Capital Campaign. In addition, we’ll discuss our proposed new name, Living Pride Out Loud @ RUC, provide relevant updates, review upcoming events, and identify volunteer opportunities.
If you are unable to participate in-person, a link will be shared for virtual Zoom attendance. See you then!
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​​​More Postcard Parties: Get Out the Vote in Virginia!
Join us after church on October 19th in Kaseman Hall
Join the Social Justice Committee in a nonpartisan writing campaign to Get Out the Vote for the Virginia elections this fall, when voters will elect a governor and every member in the House of Delegates. This effort to contact every registered Black voter in Virginia is sponsored by the Center for Common Ground and supported by the Central Atlantic Conference of the United Church of Christ. We’ll write postcards using a script and colorful pens! Stamps and nonpartisan snacks will be provided.
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On-going events
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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.
Mondays 4:30-5:30 pm in the sanctuary. Mediation periods of 10 and 20 minutes with 5 minutes of silent walking meditation conclude with tea, a poem and reflection time.
Tuesday afternoon meditation from 4:45-6 pm includes seated and walking meditation.
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All groups are led by RUC member Martine Palmiter, who is a Zen teacher. Email her with questions: mpalmiter@gmail.com.
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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.
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​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.
