Carol Saliba has been one of the key leaders in the UU C’ville Food Pantry for over fifteen years. The Food Pantry was started by Nik Skaggs more than 30 years ago and provides food, obtained at the Food Bank, to anyone who comes to receive it on the first...
A UU Easter Over 200 were in attendance at “The First Easter Sermon” given by Rev Tim Temerson and Rev Leia Durland-Jones, it was a delightful way to start a beautiful Easter Sunday. We were blessed to have guest pianist Alex Sug play at the Easter service. He was phenomenal!...
Vicki Shackford had her 70th birthday on August 25, 2022. Vicki and her husband, John Shackford, began attending UU Cville in 2016, shortly after they moved to this area. They soon joined as members.
On Edith Good’s 90th birthday her sister-in-law gave her a cheerful tissue-paper bouquet. It stood on her counter for a couple of years as she wondered what could be done with it. In September 2021 when Greta Dershimer was having her 90th birthday celebration, Edith remembers, “It just clicked –...
Together on Purpose, Together with Purpose Cottage Conversations Have you heard that the UU Congregation of Charlottesville is developing a new statement of mission/purpose? In February and March we held 17 small group meetings, Cottage Conversations, with 120 participants. We asked everyone to discuss these three questions: 1. What does...
Numerous times over the past month, I have felt enormous appreciation for UUCville. Interestingly, this often happened in meetings! In every gathering, each person brought their own diverse way of thinking and their own unique wisdom. We listened to each other, built on each other’s understanding and we got to...
Initiation December 8, 2022; 80th Birthday December 3, 2022 Ritual Introduction: Gerry Seedyke On Edith Good’s 90th birthday her sister-in-law gave her a cheerful tissue-paper bouquet. It stood on her counter for a couple of years as she wondered what could be done with it. In September 2021 when Greta...
This Sunday after the service, we need you to sign up for a cottage conversation as we develop a new mission/purpose for UUCville. The conversations will be held between mid-February and mid-March and will include both in person and online options. You only need to sign up for one of...
Exciting things are happening at UUCville in this time of Developmental Ministry. Rev Tim, Rev Leia, the board and the whole congregation are making progress on our Developmental Goals. It is heartening to witness our congregation working together with such clear intention! For Goal 1, the board appointed a...
Before I arrived at UUCville in August, four developmental goals were established that we are tasked to work on together. These goals are: • creating a shared sense of purpose • building a more welcoming, diverse, and inclusive community • deepening our stewardship ministry • improving communication and trust within...