Rev. Tim Temerson  As we conclude our monthly services about the theme of Belonging, today’s service will imagine what a world of belonging might look and feel like and ask what role religious communities like the UU Congregation of Charlottesville can and must play in building such a world. ORDER OF SERVICE The church is […]

“Free Together” Rev. Tim Temerson LINK TO 11AM ZOOM SERVICE Unitarian Universalism values religious freedom – the freedom to question, to doubt, to grow, and to search for one’s own authentic spiritual truth and meaning. But rather than searching for truth alone, Unitarian Universalists live and celebrate their spiritual freedom in communities like the UU […]

“The Joy of Belonging” Rev. Leia Durland-Jones & Rev. Tim Temerson LINK TO JOIN THE SERVICE ON ZOOM In celebration of our return from summer and the beginning of a new church year, we will share our ritual of water communion, explore our monthly theme of “Belonging,” and experience the sheer joy of beloved community. […]

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 […]

Our lives are full of unexpected twists and turns that give shape to our lived experiences and personal stories. In our final Sunday with August’s ministry theme, “Embodiment,” Rev. Leia shares how exploring and honoring “embodiment” has helped her navigate life’s meandering path. Come join in the story, reflect on your own life experience and opportunities […]

August’s Theme:  EMBODIMENT Text of Rev. Tim Temerson’s Sermon –  Living the Shirk Life   Whenever I preach about the importance of rest and of being rather than always doing, I begin with a confession. You see, this is one of those sermons where I’m preaching as much if not more to myself as I […]

Service led by Rev. Tim Temerson & Debby Norton (Worship Weaver) As Unitarian Universalists, we affirm mystery and wonder as important sources of truth and meaning. Today we will explore the importance of uncertainty in Unitarian Universalism and ask if one can be “spiritual” or “religious” while, at the same time, saying “I don’t know” […]

The late UU minister and former UUCville member, Rev. Gordon McKeeman, defined ministry as “All the that we do together.”  As Rev. Tim begins his developmental ministry at UUCville, we will explore the meaning of shared ministry and how every one of us can bring our individual ministries together into a beautiful tapestry of love, […]

Join us in the sanctuary or link to Zoom service. Debby Norton shares the powerful impact of UUCville’s monthly Social Action Collections, reflecting on how this ministry has inspired her and so many others to put their faith into action. Order of Service Prelude offered by John Mayhood Welcome Worship Weaver Clarisse Repass Opening Hymn […]

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 […]