Community Building
Explore our opportunities for social connection, intellectual stimulation, good conversation, and good times.
NEW! A new program coming soon!
NEW! Invitation to Membership offers visitors and prospective members information on how to become involved in our congregation and the path to membership. The 20-minute meeting will be held on the third Sunday of the month beginning in October 2025. In October, it will be offered after the early service and in November, after the second service.
Starting Point is a four-part series offering those considering Unitarian Universalism as a spiritual path the opportunity to experience UUism through a small group experience. Fall series begins October 5, Winter series begins January 4, and Spring series begins April 12.
Covenant Groups consist of six to ten people coming together in a circle of trust, in covenant, to share about their lives and about meaningful themes. Learn more at eliotchapel.org/covenant-groups.
Eliot Chapel Choir welcomes you to consider joining Eliot Chapel's music ministry. All levels of musical experience are welcome.
Men’s Advance invites all Eliot members and friends who identify at the male end of the gender spectrum. Newcomers are especially encouraged to come out to enjoy hiking, camping, camaraderie, a Saturday night feast, and lots of super-secret men's stuff (which looks suspiciously like doing nothing).
Retired UU Men Socializing (RUUMS) is an informal fellowship group that gathers monthly to discuss whatever is on their minds. All Eliot men, including those retired in spirit if not in practice, are welcome.
SPARC (Spiritual and Progressive Adults’ Recreational Collective) is where busy, young(ish) Unitarian Universalist spiritual seekers come together for good vibes once a month.
Women’s Alliance provides Eliot Unitarian Chapel members and friends the opportunity for friendship, intellectual stimulation, personal growth and civic involvement. It seeks through a variety of programs to be of service to its members, friends and the community.
Women’s Weekend is a time to retreat, relax, and find community among other women. The weekend features a wonderful variety of workshops, Opening and Closing Circle, and time for relaxation and socializing. This retreat is open to all UU women and friends.
Memorial Day weekend at Bergfried offers many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and make connections with our community. We'll be there Friday-Sunday, May 22-24, 2026
July 4th Weekend at Bergfried is great opportunity for camping, hiking, and fellowship around the shelter fire pit!
Autumn Women’s Weekend at Bergfried is an opportunity to enjoy a relaxed weekend of just being together. Join us on Friday-Sunday, September 19-21 for the whole weekend, one night, or just Saturday.
Family Campout at Bergfried takes place October 11-13 and offers camping and indoor accommodations, hiking, tours, bonfires, good fellowship and much more. Join us for all or part of the weekend.
