“Answering the Call of Love” Rev. Leia Durland-Jones with Mary Beth Wiley, Worship Weaver Unitarian Universalism is a living tradition open to new understandings of who we are both as individuals and as people of faith. As a living tradition, we practice being open to new ways of naming and articulating what we value. As we work to […]

On this Sunday before Labor Day, Rev. Leia reflects on September’s ministry theme “The Path of Belonging.” What does it mean to “belong” and how does it feel in our bodies, minds, and spirits? How can our actions help create a community of belonging for us all, especially those who feel marginalized? How can we […]

As we continue our exploration of July’s ministry theme, “Presence,” Rev. Leia shares how a more expansive understanding of presence can help us find our way back to our authentic selves and put us in touch with our deepest values. From a place of trust in ourselves and our own stories, we can go forth […]

During the month of June LGBTQ+ Pride is celebrated around the globe. This Sunday, Rev. Leia explores why celebrating Pride is still important and why being a Welcoming Congregation matters. Come celebrate the blessings of being in a community that rejoices in the diversity of humanity.  Everyone is invited to wear rainbow colors to church. […]

As we explore the ministry theme “Cultivating Relationships”, our relationship with ourselves seems like a good place to start. How do we help ourselves prepare to engage in whole and healthy relationships with others? What allows for authentic relationships to occur? We will celebrate National Coming Out Day and hear an inspiring and beautiful story […]

This service, led by UU Congregation of Charlottesville ministers and others, will reflect on the meaning of using the longest day of the year to face clearly all that has gone before – the hurts as well as the joys – and find the inner strength to move forward toward healing and hope.  We will […]

Flower Communion and Gardening This Sunday, June 6 will be our opportunity to give a gift to the entire congregation. Please bring flowers from your home to add to a bouquet that will be featured in Sunday’s online community worship. We will discuss the 2nd Unitarian Universalist Principle: Justice, equity and compassion in human relations. […]

Led by Rev. Leia Durland-Jones As we explore the ministry theme of “story” this month, what are the stories we have to tell about ourselves? What are the stories of our lives from in this past year? On this final day of Chapel/Faith Development before we move into summer programming, come share your story about […]

Join Rev. Leia Durland-Jones in a multigenerational celebration of May Day/Beltane.  Come hear stories and learn about the traditions of this special day as we pay attention to the turning of the Wheel of the Year. What “seeds” have been planted in your psyche that you are hoping to nourish, grow and blossom during this season […]

Revs. Leia and Linda lead this multigenerational service celebrating the Easter message, awakening to what we are becoming as we awaken anew to our new future. The virtual choir will offer a new anthem. All are invited to wear Easter bonnets to the Zoom service, and join a drive-by Easter Parade past the Edgewood Lane entrance […]