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UU COMMUNITY WORSHIP

April’s Ministry Theme: Embracing Possibility
11 a.m. Sunday, April 26, 2026

“May Day! May Day!”
Rev. Leia Durland-Jones and Frank Dukes

The term “May Day” means different things. It is an internationally recognized call of distress and the celebration of International Workers Day in some countries. It is also the festival of Beltane honoringthe season’s fertility in northern hemisphere pagan traditions. Let’s explore and embrace together the power and possibility we can find in the many faces of May.

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Sharing Joys and Sorrows
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“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 […]

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“Together on Purpose, Together With Purpose” Rev. Tim Temerson, Chris Little, and Pam McIntire IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM What is the purpose of the UU Congregation of Charlottesville? Why do we exist and what does our congregation mean to you? Join Rev. Tim, Chris Little, and Pam McIntire as we kick off our journey […]

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COMMUNITY WORSHIP: January 22, 2023

Go for It! Rev. Dr. Lehman D. Bates II, Guest Preacher Prelude    ​​​​                offered by John Mayhood Welcome                     Rev. Leia Durland-Jones  Call To Worship                                         Chalice Lighting​ Opening Hymn​​   #108, “My Life Flows on in Endless Song”          […]

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“The Responsibilities of Privilege” Reverend Tim Temerson As we remember and celebrate the life and ministry of Dr. Martin Luther King, today’s service will examine the reality and persistence of white privilege and ask what religious traditions like Unitarian Universalism must do dismantle racism and white supremacy. The service will be followed by a conversation […]

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UU COMMUNITY WORSHIP : January 8, 2023

With a new year come all manner of goals, resolutions, and plans for improving our lives. Today’s service will ask what our lives would look and feel like if we resolved to, as our worship theme for January suggests, “Find our Center.” Join us as we explore this and other questions, and kick-off our monthly […]

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“Imagination at the Center–looking backwards and forwards” Rev. Susan Karlson, Guest Minister Our service on New Year’s Day will include a meditation on what is behind us in the year that has flown by and what we carry into 2023, just beginning. A pen and paper or device will be helpful for this online service. […]

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service (7PM) Rev. Tim Temerson & Tori Goodloe The 4:30PM interactive nativity with Rev. Leia features a cast of characters, maybe even you!  Costumes are provided. Following that service, young and old alike will search the skies for Santa’s sleigh from the church’s front portico. The traditional candlelight service at 7PM will […]

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The Wonder All Around Us – A Musical Celebration Revs. Tim Temerson and Leia Durland-Jones We gather in multigenerational community to sing, dance, and celebrate the holiday season. This Music Sunday includes offerings by our Director of Music, Scott DeVeaux, our congregation’s choir and our pianist John Mayhood. We’ll it jazz things up with special […]

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