IUCC is an proudly progressive congregation of the United Church of Christ. We strive to live out a Christian faith that proclaims inclusivity and justice for all, and as such we wear the following designations proudly:
PROGRESSIVE
CHRISTIANITY
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We welcome people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. Whoever you are, you are loved and valued here fully as you are. This is a community where everyone belongs, as beloved Children of God.
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We proclaim a public identity as a justice-making, peace-seeking church, grounded in the teachings of Jesus. We strive to love our neighbors, stand with the marginalized, and work for a world shaped by compassion, dignity, and hope.
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Our vision for ministry embraces the whole of creation. We believe God’s love knows no borders, and we seek meaningful connections with communities around the world through partnership, learning, and mutual care.
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We believe caring for the earth is a sacred calling. Seeking environmental justice, we honor all of creation while standing with communities most impacted by environmental harm, working for a world where both people and planet can thrive.
Calling all middle and high schoolers to join us for a Halloween party!
Costumes are encouraged!
Want more info? Questions? - rachel@iucc.org
Join the IUCC DEI Book Club starting November 3rd for our next book The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Tuesdays from 9-10:30 am
How do we find joy in the face of life’s inevitable suffering? - Friends and spiritual giants Archbishop Desmond Tutu and His Holiness the Dalai Lama ponder this together in this engaging book.
Click the Event image for Reading Schedule
All are welcome to join! For information, please email us at: deibookclub@iucc.org
ESL (English as a Second Language) Conversation classes at Irvine UCC - Learners and Volunteers wanted!
Every Wednesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Free!
Click Here to Sign Up!
We are offering weekly classes where English learners can improve their English skills by having real-life conversations in a caring and supportive environment.
Anyone who’s interested in coming to the FREE class can sign up online using the QR code or click here to sign up. To access the flyer in your preferred language click the following:
Flyer Versions (with QR code):
English
Want to learn more or volunteer? - Esl@iucc.org
The Wayward Artist presents its final production of its 2026 season, What Every Girl Should Know by Monica Byrne.
Six performances, November 5-15, 7:30pm
🕯️Set in a Catholic reformatory in 1914, four teenage girls discover the writings of birth-control activist Margaret Sanger and begin to imagine a world where their bodies and choices might truly be their own. What follows is a haunting, poetic story of rebellion, faith, friendship, and sisterhood. Directed by Lizzy McCabe, this provocative and intimate play explores questions of faith, freedom, and bodily autonomy that remain strikingly relevant today.
⚠️Rated R - This production contains mature themes and material involving sexuality, bodily autonomy, religion, and institutional power. Special offer for IUCC members: Save $10 off your ticket with discount code IUCC. Only six performances, so reserve your seats early!
Tickets & More Information: https://thewaywardartist.org/what-every-girl-should-know/
Calling all elementary schoolers to join us at Boomers for Mini Golf!
November 7th @ 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Boomers 3405 Michelson Drive - $19 for mini golf
Whether you call it put put or mini golf, if is sure to be a TEE-riffic time!
Pastor Craig Tyrl - “Who is Coming Through the Door Next?” for this very special Pledge Sunday!
Pastor Craig concludes our stewardship season with “Who Is Coming Through the Door Next?” We look toward the people, ministries, and possibilities we have yet to meet and consider what we can make possible together.
All are welcome, whoever you are and wherever you are on life’s journey.
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. 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 - we’re meeting up on November 8th
We meet each month at the outdoor seating around the Woodbridge Village Center.
Childcare is provided at IUCC
Adults - meet at the tables at the Woodbridge Village Center
ESL (English as a Second Language) Conversation classes at Irvine UCC - Learners and Volunteers wanted!
Every Wednesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Free!
Click Here to Sign Up!
We are offering weekly classes where English learners can improve their English skills by having real-life conversations in a caring and supportive environment.
Anyone who’s interested in coming to the FREE class can sign up online using the QR code or click here to sign up. To access the flyer in your preferred language click the following:
Flyer Versions (with QR code):
English
Want to learn more or volunteer? - Esl@iucc.org
Monthly Prayer Group – All Are Welcome
Every Second Wednesday - 6:30pm
For those of you longing to grow closer to experiencing God within, our prayer group “Prayers in Spiritual Pathways”. What is prayer? What is meditation? Why DO we pray? Why DON’T we pray? What are the benefits?
Join us as we experience the different types and share with each other the benefits of this practice.
What’s Happening at IUCC?
You can read November’s full newsletter here, or access all our newsletters from 2024 onward here!
This month at IUCC:
Inspiring updates on some of the Afghan families supported by IUCC, Bylaw updates, youth activities, and of course photos from Pastor Craig’s Ecclesiastical Council 💒, OC Pride 🌈, and Trunk or Treat 🎃.
Lots of events to save the date for including…
🍁Interfaith Thanksgiving Service with University Synagogue 🍂
☮️Arts for Activism 🎭🎨
💒Open Doors Stewardship Campaign
🎶Christmas Choir Concert 🏄♂️
⛳Youth and Young Adult Events 🔎
and more…!
You can read October’s full newsletter here, or access all our newsletters from 2024 onward here!
The October IUCC Newsletter is Here! - A Love Supreme
Chock full of updates (Here’s a preview - click to read more and to perhaps find out about today’s headline 😊)
🌈Open Doors! - Special message from Pastor Craig and the Fund Development Committee about our Stewardship Season and Making a Pledge today to keep our doors open wide for all!
💲Check in on the State of the Finances - IUCC’s - Finances, with special articles from our Treasurer, the Admin Board, Moderator, and Stewardship Team!
🧺Recaps - with lots of photos from the Ministries Fair, Picnic, Blessing of the Animals, MYP Kick Off events,
💬🗨️What’s this about English Conversations Classes? - We’ve got a report on our teachers and students and the
📅Mark your calendars! - Pastor Craig’s Ecclesiastical Council and Reception, Pride OC, Halloween Bingo, Events with University Synagogue, a Ballot forum (to talk about those many statewide propositions), Diversity Dinner with Burmese cuisine, Arts for Activism, Mission: Joy, Book Club, Trunk or Treat, and more!
🩹Opportunities to Help! - Food and Necessities drive for our Neighbors, Bethania Kids,
The September IUCC Newsletter is Here!
Dig in to the life of IUCC as we recap Summer and strive into Fall!
Find out about how IUCC leaders are living out “Leading Together - Reflections of the Heart”, how to see meeting minutes from the Admin Board, or see what’s been going on in and around IUCC.
We’ve also got special messages from Pastor Sarah, our Moderator, Admin Board Chair, Child Care Committee Chair, Music, Hospitality, and more! Want to learn more about a cool book about Dolly Parton, ponder on thriving through disappointment, or a thank you for the Seekers?
Want to learn more about the English Conversation Class hosted by IUCC? - We’ve got a full report about what goes on!
Mark your calendars! - We’re jam packed with many ways to foster and grow including the return of Arts for Activism, book and film opportunities from DEI, a CPK Fundraiser Lunch Social, the Gospel Project asking us about when the Stranger calls, Budget Forums and beyond!
The July/August Double IUCC Newsletter is Here!
Discover what’s been happening at IUCC including Pride Sunday 🌈, our Spirited Congregational Meeting ✏️, and lots of events on the horizon to grow your mind, heart, and spiritual being alike. 🌎
Newsletter Highlights:
✨Pastor Sarah talks the summer season’s challenge to both grow and slow down, the joy of our June events, and the upcoming summer sermon series, "The Shady Ladies and Bad Boys of the Bible."
🎉A welcome message from our new Moderator, Martha Mecartney! Check out the outcomes from the June Congregational Meeting and the election of new church leadership.
🎭You are invited to the Falsettos show and the Welcome to Falsettoland Summer Gala! July 11 for the Gala’s night of elegance and music, July 23rd kicks off the Falsettos heartfelt and riveting show. IUCC members receive $10 off tickets with the code IUCC.
🌈The Spirit Moves with Pride! - See how IUCCers celebrated at Pride Sunday and Mission Viejo Pride
🎒Support local students in need through Mission & Service’s Back to School Drive benefiting Families Forward. Donations are accepted July 5–12.
🤝Looking to get involved? Learn more about joining the Woodbridge Children's School Committee, upcoming DEI workshops and Book Club, Bethania Kids Sunday, and opportunities to provide feedback as IUCC reviews and updates its bylaws.
📷Plus, enjoy ministry updates, photos from recent events, birthdays, volunteer celebrations, and much more!