A time to grieve, a time to re-commit

Here are thoughts on the Supreme Court decision on abortion from the Unitarian Universalists’ Side with Love team. Earlier today, the Supreme Court of the United States handed down its decision in the Dobbs v. Jackson case. The final opinion effectively overturned Roe v. Wade and eliminated federal protections for...

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Connie Cheetham Award 2022: Ann Salamini

Each year our congregation recognizes a pillar of the church. This is someone who for years has held us up with steadiness and labor, cheerfully being there when work, thoughtfulness and dedication was needed. This year’s recipient is Ann Salamini whose list of committees and task forces and special project...

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June Social Action Collection: BRAF

The Blue Ridge Abortion Fund receives requests from community members who need financial support to pay for their abortions. People call our intake staff, who work with them to develop a plan of support that best suits their needs. Our Congregation’s financial support will ensure people in the Charlottesville/Albemarle and...

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Refugee Welcome Updates

We are very pleased to report on our Afghan Refugee projects. The family that we mentor is expects to move into a new apartment between June 16-20. We would like to ask the congregation for help with this move. Please watch the Friday email for sign up genius. or email...

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May 25th Board Meeting Notes

The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Charlottesville Board of Trustees held their monthly meeting on May 25. We had an extensive discussion of the budget for next year, and the decision making that went into what was kept in and what was trimmed.  Importantly, our current budget proposal will allow us to...

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Mary Rose “MZ” Curtis Memorial Service

    Memorial Service for Mary Rose “MZ” Curtis:    Saturday May 28, 2PM     In Person and Online via Zoom    CLICK HERE to join memorial service online Mary Rose died peacefully at her home on March 4, 2021. Her family warmly welcomes the UUCville community to join them for a...

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