May 2026 In looking back at this past year, my first year as President of the Board, what strikes me most is the enormous amount of important work being done by so many people in our congregation. Our Sunday services feel vibrant, meaningful, thought-provoking and supportive. Our children and youth...
Social Action Collection (SAC) History of the Process: by Elizabeth Breeden Back in the day, Satyendra Huja liked for only 12 groups to apply for the Social Action Collection…so we didn’t have to choose. Over the years, we developed an invitation system from our members who were involved in organizations...
At our recent UU Community Worship celebrating volunteers when VP Bev Ryan presented the Connie Cheetham Award to Sharon Baiocco. After nearly 20 years of devoted service to the UUCville community, this recognition is so beautifully deserved. The Connie Cheetham Award recognizes members for extraordinary service over a significant period....
It is with great joy that we share the news that our beloved Minister of Faith Development, Rev. Leia Durland-Jones, will be receiving the 2026 Angus MacLean Award for Excellence in Religious Education from the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA). Rev. Leia will receive the award at the upcoming UUA General...
Committee on Ministry Report to the Congregation Section III of the Love into Action Long Range Plan This is the fourth of the Committee on Ministry’s reports to the board and the congregation on UUC’s progress on our Long-Range Plan, “Love into Action.” It covers Goal III–Equity, Justice, and Peace for...
The Spring Auction is cancelled. The Auction team thanks those who offered donations! Unfortunately, we do not have enough donations of events, dinners, and services to make a good auction, one that is worthwhile and enjoyable for all. We are already in the planning stages for the Fall Auction in early November. The...
I’m very pleased that we had such a successful pledge drive, and I wanted to thank everyone in the congregation who pledged their support for the next fiscal year. Your pledges make all of our programs possible, and we appreciate each and every pledge of support. In addition, I would...
The congregation will vote to approve the proposed budget for the 26-27 Church year at the UUCville Congregational meeting on Sunday, June 7. There are two upcoming opportunities to learn about the proposed budget. Twice in the month of May, UUCville Treasurer Jimmy Gorham will be presenting highlights of the...
Join friends from all over Charlottesville for a Sunday afternoon of joyful, powerful singing. We are preparing for future resistance events such as the May Day Mass Non-Cooperation, May 1. Sunday, April 19, from 2 to 3:30 pm, 717 Rugby Rd. Child Care in our Playground or Inside. Carpooling is...
Assessment + Vision = Plan UUCville’s 2023 Long Range Plan identified the need for a comprehensive Buildings and Grounds Plan. The B&G Plan offers an opportunity to assess our existing spaces and determine the necessary repairs, both current and future. The planning process also creates the opportunity for aspirational dreaming, allowing...