Your first Sunday at UU Tampa
What to expect
Visiting for the first time? You don’t need to know what to do, what to wear, or what to believe before you walk through our doors. Here’s what a typical Sunday at UU Tampa looks like.
01 – Arrive
Arrive & Get Settled
Worship begins at 10:30 AM on Sundays. Give yourself a few extra minutes to park, find the sanctuary, and get comfortable.
Our wooded campus is located on Morris Bridge Road, near Fletcher Avenue. Look for the large geodesic dome; that’s our sanctuary.
Wear whatever feels like you. You’ll see everything from Sunday best to jeans and T-shirts.
Good to Know
Plenty of free parking is available, including accessible parking near the sanctuary.
02 – come on in
Come on in
When you arrive, one of our greeters will welcome you and help you get oriented. Pick up a name tag and bulletin, then choose any seat you like (upstairs or downstairs).
Children and babies are welcome in worship. Families are welcome to sit together throughout the service.
Don’t worry about knowing when to stand, sing, sit or particpate. Just follow along in whatever way feels comfortable.
Good to Know
You can participate as much or as little as you like. Visitors are never expected to have the words, rituals, or routines memorized.
03 – Experience Worship
What happens during a service?
No two Sundays are exactly alike, but our services usually include a mix of music, reflection, ritual, and a message exploring the questions and experiences that shape our lives.
Music
Hymns, choir performances, and other music help us reflect, celebrate, and connect.
Joys & Sorrows
A time to share joys, sorrows, and significant moments we carry with us.
Reflection
Moments of meditation and stillness offer space to pause, reflect, and be present.
Offering
An optional offering supports UU Tampa and organizations service our wider community.
The Message
A sermon or reflection invites us to explore ideas, experiences, and questions more deeply.
Closing Together
We close with music and words that send us back into the world with something to carry forward.
A UU Tampa Tradition
The Stone Ritual
During worship, you’re invited to place a stone at one of our Zep stations to mark a joy, sorrow, concern, or intention you carry with you. Participation is always optional.
04 – Stay Awhile
Stay for Coffee & Conversation
After worship, you’re invited to stick around for coffee, conversations, and community. Its a relaxed chance to meet people, ask questions, and get to know UU Tampa a little better.
There’s no pressure to stay. Whether you head home after the service or spend time getting to know us, we’re simply glad you came.
Good to know
Coffee and conversation are open to everyone. You don’t need to be a member (or know whether UU Tampa is right for you) to join in.
Plan your visit
We’d Love to Welcome You
Your first visit doesn’t have to come with any commitments or expectations. Come as you are, experience a Sunday with us, and see how it feels.
Sundays at 10:30AM · 11400 Morris Bridge Road · Tampa, FL