Razom, which means “together” in Ukrainian, believes deeply in the enormous potential of dedicated volunteers around the world united by a single goal: to unlock the potential of Ukraine. Razom works towards that mission by creating spaces where people meet, partner and do. 

The treasurer presented the finance report, noting pledge income may come in lower than budgeted. Insurance and asphalt repairs have increased expenses significantly. Getting additional asphalt repair quotes was discussed.

Discussing the congregation's 30th anniversary coming up in 2024, suggestions included celebrating with a special pledge drive theme highlighting the past 30 years and vision for the next 30. A homecoming event in the fall was also proposed.

The Board conducted a self-assessment. The facilitator closed by thanking the Board for their self-reflection.

Continued progress on visioning the future and sustainability goals will help ensure GNUUC's next 30 years are as strong as the past 30 have been.

Please email board@gnuuc.org if you have any questions or suggestions.

Use your voice this Sunday, February 25, at NOAH’s forum for the school board candidates. Five school board seats are on the ballot this election, and NOAH wants Nashvillians to know who they are voting for. There will be a time for attendees to ask questions directly to the candidates, so come ready to speak up!

Early voting for the March 5 primary election is underway at all locations, including new locations at the Bellevue Community Center, Goodlettsville Library, Hillwood High School, and South Inglewood Community Center. In addition to the presidential preference primary, there are important races for Circuit Court Judge, Division IV, 20th Judicial District, Assessor of Property, and School Board. A schedule is here.

Last Sunday, NOAH members turned out for our canvass of school board District One in North Nashville. We had a great time connecting with residents and spreading awareness about the upcoming election on March 5th! 

Want to be a part of the action?

Do you have a favorite Italian food to share? Sign up to donate an appetizer, entrée, salad, side, dessert, or beverage for eight people! We look forward to sharing.

Mirabelle S. is our food coordinator and she has made a chart of suggested food, homemade or store-bought - we won’t tell. Click Read More for details.

To donate items/events/food, use the Auction Donor Form.

The Palmer Lecture at First UU Nashville, previously scheduled for this weekend, has been postponed due to expected inclement weather. The new date is Saturday, March 30, 2024.

AUCTION BRAINSTORMING SESSION

Come to GNUUC on Sunday, January 28, from 12:45 - 1:30 PM for an Auction brainstorming session.

New and previous auction planners - join us!

We need many different strengths in our Auction team: volunteers to plan the silent and live auction, volunteers to organize food, volunteers to organize entertainment, volunteers to help with marketing, and volunteers in charge of decorations.

This year we are specifically looking for an Auction Volunteer Coordinator, who can oversee the volunteers and keep us all on schedule. Kristin has limited time this Spring and can specifically help with the Live auction only, however, is willing to train you!

Questions? Contract Kristin R.

About the Auction

At GNUUC, the Auction is more than just a fundraiser. We decorate, have food and entertainment, and have a great time!

This year’s Auction date and theme will be set by the Auction Planning Team. It is usually in late March or April.

On Friday, November 17, “elves” Jane S. and Jane W. kindly delivered 17 large bags of coats to The Nashville Rescue Mission. Thank you to everyone who made a contribution to this much-appreciated Congregational event!

Tennessee Unitarian Universalists are invited to attend an in-person Tennessee Cluster Gathering on November 11th, from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM Central Time, at First Unitarian Universalist Church of Nashville. We hope you'll join us!

Learn more about the schedule of events, workshops offered, AND register/RSVP here: https://uua.wufoo.com/forms/me4asnb1xqj5fu/. Download a shareable flyer here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FKSaesBphRKgNcw4ARlUoGhTMenR6UQD. Please share this information with your congregation's members.

Advance registration is required - please RSVP using the registration form link above to let us know if you plan to attend! Registration will close on November 9th.

Nashville is home to many labyrinths. Come join us as we explore two of them on Saturday, November 4. We will begin with a classical-style labyrinth located at Glendale United Methodist Church, meeting there at 10 am. Then we will travel to a Medieval style labyrinth located at Scarritt Bennett. 

Those who purchased this event at the 2023 Auction and have not attended can attend for free. Suggested ticket donation for others is $12 to GNUUC. Please RSVP to Rev. Michelle P.

Sunday, October 29 is going to be a spectacular Sunday for us to gather together, in person, at GNUUC at 11 a.m. CT. All ages are welcome.

We are planning a community event to celebrate our UU Heritage. Events include a community activity, a service activity building Room in the Inn lunches, and a heritage potluck.

For the heritage potluck - bring dishes that are special to your family. If you are moved, include a title and/or description along with your dish.

For the service project - bring items to help us build Room In The Inn lunches - click Read More to see who has volunteered to bring what and additional needed items. Email Kristin R if you can contribute more!

The GNUUC choir will resume practices on October 15 at 10 a.m. in the fellowship hall and will continue on the 1st and  3rd Sundays at that time.  For more info call or text Fran G., Director at 615-498-3913.

Volunteers are needed on Dec. 36 2023, to set up the air mattresses on Wednesday afternoon and take them down on Thursday morning along with washing linens. Please contact N. Berle 615-878-9517. NJBerle@gmail.com.

Date & Time: Sat., Sept. 16, 7:00 PM 

Location: Greater Nashville UU Congregation, 374 Hicks Road, Nashville, TN 37221. 

Tickets: $15* Tickets can be purchased at GNUUC on-site on September 16. For more information, contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.

Movie: The movie will be chosen once we see who shows up (for rating limitations). We’re thinking maybe Barbie, Everything Everywhere All at Once, Into the Spider-Verse, or Coda.

*All funds are 100% tax deductible and go towards the Greater Nashville UU Congregation General Fund.

The Women’s Covenant Group welcomes you to use the new Lending Library which is located on one of the book shelves in the Wiggle Room. 

Bring a book, in good condition, that you have enjoyed reading and would like to share with others.  Take a book from the shelves that you would like to read. If the bookcase becomes overcrowded, we will donate books to the Bellevue Library.

Members & Friends Directory: We're updating our info!

Please update your info in Breeze, with Kristin R. on Sundays in September, or fill out the Directory Information Card online (see link below).

We would like to distribute new paper copies of our Members & Friends directory in October. If you would like a paper copy, please let us know. We can also send a PDF via email to save paper.

Saturday, September 9, 2023

4:00 PM 5:30 PM

Greater Nashville UU (map)

Date & Time: Sat, Sept 9, 4:00 PM for 1 1/2 hours. 

Location: Greater Nashville UU Congregation, 374 Hicks Road, Nashville, TN 37221. 

Tickets: $25* Tickets can be purchased at GNUUC or onsite on September 9. For more information, contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.

Open to the Public.

*All funds are 100% tax deductible and go towards the Greater Nashville UU Congregation General Fund.

After your June contribution has been withdrawn, please be sure to update your payment amount, if necessary, to reflect your upcoming pledge amount. If you need assistance with this process, please contact Kris at gnuuc@gnuuc.org for help.

If you are interested in setting up a recurring payment in Breeze rather than sending a payment through your bank or a check in the donation box, please let Kris know and she’ll be happy to help with that process.

If you would like a statement on the status of your current 22/23 pledge, Kris can send you that information. We appreciate every pledge and contribution. Thank you for your continued support of GNUUC.

Many thanks to all those who helped with the GNUUC Spring Cleanup Work Day and exceptional potluck lunch on May 28.  Twenty members working as individuals, pairs and groups cleaned, culled and organized the shed, trimmed most of the bushes around the Main Bldg and some grass along the parking lot, removed bamboo from our side of the fence, prepped the RE Building entry stairs for painting, put down mulch on some of the garden trails, removed poison hemlock and half the weeds/grass from the playground area, filled woodpecker holes on the gazebo and shed, cleaned and repainted one set of metal table/chairs near the gazebo and degreased most of the kitchen walls and appliances.  For those items not completed, additional action items will be posted on the Action Board for later completion when volunteers feel the urge.  Thanks to the following hard-working attendees:  Jane S, Jane W, Sandy, Larry, Jon, Brandy, Cody, Nat, Kristin, Mirabelle, Theresa, Wayne, Mike, Elizabeth, Gene, Denise, Steve, Bonnie, Carol, and Dan!