Welcome (Afghan) Refugees! Update 2024

In early autumn 2021, UUCville was approved by the International Refugee Committee (IRC) to sponsor a refugee family from Afghanistan and a new outreach ministry began! Two UUCville groups were formed: Mentors and Planners (settlers) to aid directly in the settlement of the not-yet-assigned-to-us family. Immediately after UUCville was approved...

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President’s Report to the Board & Congregation

September 2024 We are beginning our third year of Developmental Ministry. You can find our Developmental Ministry webpage here:  https://uucharlottesville.org/about-us/developmental-ministry-goals This month, I want to give a brief review of our progress on our Developmental Goals. Please note that there are so many things going on at UUCville, it is...

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Get Out The Vote — by Texting!

The League of Women Voters of Virginia – a non-partisan group – is looking for volunteers to text voters. From personal experience I can tell you that texting is the easiest fastest way to reach voters! Here are the details: We will be text banking Virginia voters who have not...

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UU The Vote for the Environment!

We’re in the home stretch for Election 2024! You don’t want to wake up on Nov 6 with regret that you could have done more! Our stock of Get Out The Vote postcards has been replenished. We have 750 postcards for North Carolina voters. They are on the counter in...

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UUCville Remembrance Garden

Ever wonder about that garden area to the left of the front entrance to the church? You might already know it is called the Remembrance Garden, a sanctuary where former members and friends are memorialized. Maybe you remember when that space was dedicated in May 1996 and have watched the...

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October Social Action Collection: PACEM

Click here to donate to PACEM during October PACEM provides emergency shelter and services in partnership with faith organizations and the community to alleviate the challenges of homelessness. We have welcomed over 1,800 neighbors in need into our community shelter spaces (like the Summit House) since 2004, and helped nearly...

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UU Climate Justice Revival

Save the date! On the weekend of November 16, UUCville is joining UU congregations across the land to revive our commitment to climate justice! Saturday afternoon will feature group discussions including voices of all ages from within our congregation.  Sunday will feature a special service with celebration and action immediately...

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Sept/Oct Art Show: Flame Bilyue

“Lighting The Darkness” An exhibition of art by Flame Bilyué Flame Bilyue is known for captivating, sculpted paper artwork and evocative paintings. We invite the community to “Lighting The Darkness”, a new solo exhibit exploring the symbolic power of light, the flaming chalice, and her personal journey of purpose “The...

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August Board Meeting Report

The Board of Trustees met on Wednesday August 28. We welcomed back from her 6-month sabbatical Rev. Leia, who gave thanks to Rev. Susan (not present) for carrying the RE torch in her absence and doing such a wonderful job. We discussed staffing needs – specifically administration/IT/Human Resources – and...

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