The Flaming Chalice is the symbol of Unitarian Universalism and most UU congregations begin worship services and other sacred occasions by lighting a chalice. But what exactly does the flaming chalice mean? Where did it come from and why is it so important in Unitarian Universalism? Rev. Tim will be joined by UUCville member and […]

The idea of having a calling or being called is often associated with ministry and being ordained clergy. Today’s service will explore what it means to have a calling and ask how each and every one of us are called. Today marks the beginning of the Faith Development program for children and youth and the […]

Science and religion are often seen as being in conflict. Today’s service will explore this “conflict” through the life and vision of Albert Einstein, who famously said that “science without religion is lame and religion without science is blind.” Mystery and Awe: The Spiritual Vision of Albert Einstein Rev. Tim Temerson and Caroline Landis September […]

Join us for a very special service as we offer our love and gratitude to Rev. Susan Karlson for her service as our Sabbatical Minister of Faith Development and welcome back Rev. Leia Durland-Jones from her six-month sabbatical. The service will include storytelling, a whole lot of appreciation, and reflection on the connection between endings […]

Democracy is rooted in the idea of one person, one vote. But throughout our nation’s history, access to the ballot has been restricted and denied. Today’s service will explore the struggle for voting rights, ongoing efforts to deny those rights, and what we as a congregation can do to widen access to the vote during […]

“From the Bottom of My Heart” Adam Dyer and Angela Orebaugh In times of crisis and confusion, when everything that has been predictable is no longer so sure, is there a way to love even deeper than the bottom of the heart?

“Praying for Rain?” Fritz Hudson & Tori Goodloe. ”90% of Virginia Now in Drought” the Daily Progress front page blared last week. A National Weather Service Forecast Office forecaster opined “While (scattered afternoon and evening storms) will provide short-term relief . . . no widespread or long-term relief is expected.” Spiritually, how might we take […]

“In Their Lives: Reflections on the Beatles”   Music Director Scott DeVeaux and Angela Orebaugh It was twenty years ago today…no, more like sixty years ago!…that the Beatles came to America. Among those carried away by their unique sounds was Scott DeVeaux, our Director of Music, This Sunday, he will offer his own commentary on […]

CELEBRATING OUR JOURNEYS June’s Ministry Theme: The Gifts of Renewal Rev. Tim Temerson, Meg Dunam, and Keith McGlamery As Unitarian Universalists we often use the metaphor of the “journey” to describe our spiritual lives. Today we will explore what it means to make a spiritual journey as two members of our congregation share their own […]

 “Resistance as Renewal” Rev. Tim Temerson and Mary Beth Wiley   “As the forces of hate, intolerance, and oppression grow louder and stronger, religious communities like the UU Congregation of Charlottesville are being called on to resist. But what exactly does it mean for a congregation to resist? Does it mean social activism, spiritual deepening, […]