At Eliot Chapel, we follow CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19. Currently, we are at the yellow or medium level in St. Louis County, so we will:

You may access the policy document on Eliot Chapel's website to read more of the details. Watch a video introduction of the policy with Rev. Doug and Rev. Krista.

We livestream our service on Sunday. Find it at eliotchapel.org. After the stream, a recording will be available there all week. You can also find it directly on our YouTube channel.

If you're worshipping with us on livestream, you can always find a digital order of service, including lyrics to the hymns, on our website. 

Every Sunday, Eliot Chapel shares half of the offertory with an organization in the community whose work reflects our shared values. This is one way that we care for our community and our neighbors. In September, we are happy to be sharing our Sunday collections with A Red Circle because we are both energized by a deep commitment to racial justice and racial equity.

Let us be good neighbors. Let us be a generous people. You can give in one of three ways:

*5th & 6th grade children who are participating in the Our Whole Lives (OWL) program should go directly to Room 006 at 9:45.

Specific plans for each age group are shared with registered families via email each week. To learn more about this fall’s RE program, please contact Scott Stewart at scott@eliotchapel.org.

Children’s Choir rehearsals resume this Sunday, October 2 at 11:15 in the music room. Children’s Choir is designed primarily for children and youth in 2nd grade and older, though children slightly younger and older youth may enjoy participating as well, depending on their experience, interest, and temperament. 

If your child(ren) or youth are interested in this opportunity, OR you wish to be added to the choir communication list for more information and updates as plans develop, please contact Scott Stewart at scott@eliotchapel.org.

Zoom Coffee Hour takes place at 12:30 pm on Sunday. You are invited to "walk down the hall" and come to our Zoom Coffee Hour! We'll take a few minutes to say hello and let people settle in, then we'll say a few words of welcome and briefly review the service that day. We typically really enjoy the wisdom story and discuss how that story reflects on the theme of the sermon. Then we'll create break-out rooms of 5-6 people for conversation and sharing. We love making new friends and the small groups are great for that! In approximately 45 minutes, everyone will return to the big group and we'll say our goodbyes for the week. We usually end shortly after 1:30 pm, but those who wish to can stay a few minutes longer. Please watch your email for "Eliot on Zoom" on Sunday morning which will include a link to join the Zoom Coffee Hour. If you're not on our mailing list, sign up here. We look forward to seeing you!

Family Campout – all day at Bergfried

Group leaders, have you set up an area for your group in Realm? You have a secure place to chat and share documents and photos. Contact Christie Lee to set up your group.

Please keep Mike Lowder and his family in your thoughts and prayers. Mike's mother Cynthia Kurtz passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2022, surrounded by her family.  

Please remember Ben Herzon, Marta Gray, and their family. Ben's cousin, Kay, who he grew up with in Kansas City, has passed away. Ben and Kay were born eight days apart and always shared a special bond. She bravely battled a brain stem tumor for 5 years. She will be deeply missed. You may find Kay's obituary online.

Lou Salvin invites the Eliot community to a retrospective exhibit of her late husband's artwork. "Harvey Salvin: Celebrating an Illuminating Artistic Life" opens at The Galleries at the Heartland Art Club in Kirkwood on October 5. Lou will be present and speaking at a reception held on Saturday, October 15 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm and looks forward to seeing you there. Harvey passed away on August 8. He created the beloved window (pictured) in the former Children's Library at Eliot, and the triangular windows in the Sanctuary were his last large stained glass commission. The exhibit, at 101A W. Argonne Dr., runs through October 28.

Eliot Chapel members and friends who were present at the service on Sunday, September 25 took part in a book swap in Adams Hall. It proved to be successful in getting new-to-you books into hands of eager readers! A bookmark making station gave everyone access to creativity and a way to avoid dog ears on their page corners. The event was the first for Eliot's new FUN Team – watch for upcoming events like a Trunk or Treat and a games night! Donations to Eliot Chapel were accepted for the event. If you wanted to make a donation, link to Online Giving and choose the FUN! Fundraisers option in the dropdown menu.

For further information about this position and a complete job description, email your resume or interest in the position to: churchsextonposition@gmail.com.

The Eliot Ride Team provides rides to church and to medical appointments for Eliot members and friends who cannot drive themselves. If you need a ride, email ineedaride@eliotchapel.org with your name, your address, where you need to go, and the date and time needed. We will be in touch to make arrangements. 

The Eliot Meal Train provides meals to Eliot members and friends who need some love and care. For example, we will provide meals for those who have recently lost a loved one or are recovering from medical care. If you would like to request meals or offer to provide meals, please email mealtrain@eliotchapel.org with your contact information and someone will be in touch with you.

Women’s Alliance will meet Tuesday, October 4, at 9:30 am in Adams Hall and on Zoom. We’ll have coffee and refreshments, conversation, and a brief business meeting followed by a book discussion. The book for this month is While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams. Discussion leader is Ellen Luckow. Please feel free to join us, whether you’ve read the book or not. For more information, contact womensalliance@eliotchapel.org.

Most attendees choose to camp in tents or trailers; spaces in the cottage (with running water and electricity) are available by reservation with priority given to those with medical needs or physical limitations. Eight beds are also available in the more rustic bunkhouses. To sign up for the weekend, to reserve a cottage or bunkhouse space, or for other information contact bergfriedinfo@eliotchapel.org.

This 4-part series offers those considering Unitarian Universalism and Eliot Chapel the opportunity to experience UUism in action. You will learn about our faith tradition, explore your own spiritual journey, and connect with others who are also seeking a spiritual home or faith. We will meet on Zoom for the first three sessions; the fourth session will be in person at Eliot Chapel. Longtime members and friends seeking a small group experience are also welcome. You do not need to attend every session of the series this fall. We will have winter and spring sessions as well.

Session 3, Monday, October 17, 6:00 - 7:45 pm on Zoom: Our Journey Together – The Three Paths of Unitarian Universalism Part 1

Session 4, Sunday, November 6, noon - 1:45 in person: The Three Paths, Part 2 and Finding Your Journey Group

For many of us our church building is a sanctuary, our safe place. But we live in an insecure time and we are called to be ready if the sanctity of our religious home were ever violated. It saves lives. All are invited to attend the Intruder Alert Training class being offered by Officer Gary Baldridge from the Kirkwood Police Department. Register ahead to let us know you'll be there!