When the church building closed in March 2020 because of the Covid-19 pandemic, church leaders were concerned about how to maintain contact and provide services to the more vulnerable members of the congregation (elders, and those living alone or in assisted living facilities, without internet access, or unable to drive)....
The beginning of the Active Minds group is not clearly marked in the historical records of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Charlottesville, but it does appear to be the first sustained group activity designed to particularly engage elderly members.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT JULY 2022 PAM MCINTIRE In the last month, several people have told me “Hope is a practice.” UUCville is a sanctuary for hope. As we come together with a commitment to love and to express our love in action, we build a community of hope. We take a...
The story of the spire The unique spire that sits atop the congregation building at 717 Rugby Road was designed for the church at its founding in 1950. The twisting aluminum ribbons represent eight major religious traditions, and are woven to symbolize that the closer each approaches the truth, the closer...
REGISTER YOUR CHILDREN AND YOUTH TODAY Child and Youth Programming Begins September 18: Under four year-olds: Parents with children under four are invited to use a child-friendly space in the social hall where Community Worship is streamed on a large screen. Childcare providers will be on hand if parents want...
UU Photographers: please share your snapshots! Everyone is invited to send in pictures throughout the year. Take some snaps of the sanctuary, seasonal features of the Rugby Rd. grounds, and always try to get photos of people at our events (these are especially appreciated). Forward your faves to communications@uucharlottesville.org and they will possibly be...
If you are an adult male interested in joining a covenant group, please consider the UUGuys. We meet on the first Thursday night of each month in the church parlor. Our next event will be from 7:00 – 9:00 on August 4. We provide support to our community, congregation, and...
As we move through the “dog days of summer,” here’s an update on how to be in touch with your church staff. You can always call the church office at 293-8179 and leave a message for any of the staff. Typically, the congregation’s business and administrative office is open from...
RISE will be a vehicle for giving voice to the voiceless, strength to the weak and support for the lost within the Black community. RISE will give hope back to the Black community. Read about Rise on their website “Change will not come if we wait for some other person...
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