EVENTS Calendar
Events can be added to this list, to the weekly e-blast, or to the Order of Service
by submitting the Communications Form - Add Event form.
Sun., July 5, 2026, 11 AM: Sunday Summer Song Service, Speaker: Lisa Gunner, “An Exploration of Identity Through Acknowledgement and Consecration” (Hybrid)
In July and August, we host a Summer Song series of Worship services lay-led by members of our congregation. Summer Song services are a great way to learn more about a topic of interest from a member of our community.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children’s Programming
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
During the summer months, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Join Us for Potluck Lunch
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., July 12, 2026, 11 AM: Sunday Summer Song Service, Speaker: Susan Timmons “Following Your Bliss: Joseph Campbell and UU Values” (Hybrid)
In July and August, we host a Summer Song series of Worship services lay-led by members of our congregation. Summer Song services are a great way to learn more about a topic of interest from a member of our community.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children’s Programming
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
During the summer months, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Join Us for Potluck Lunch
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., July 19, 2026, 11 AM: Sunday Summer Song Service, Speaker: Mike Morgan, “Sharing our Stories” (Hybrid)
This homily was inspired by a Pickles cartoon by Brian Crane in which a grandfather tells his small grandson, “There’s an African Proverb that says 'When an old person dies, it’s as if a library burns down.’ That’s why I try to pass on to you some of the wisdom I’ve gained over the years.” All of us have stories to tell and this homily is an encouragement to share your stories.
In July and August, we host a Summer Song series of Worship services lay-led by members of our congregation. Summer Song services are a great way to learn more about a topic of interest from a member of our community.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children’s Programming
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
During the summer months, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Join Us for Potluck Lunch
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., July 26, 2026, 11 AM: Sunday Summer Song Service, Speaker: Mirabelle Stoedter (Hybrid)
In July and August, we host a Summer Song series of Worship services lay-led by members of our congregation. Summer Song services are a great way to learn more about a topic of interest from a member of our community.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children’s Programming
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
During the summer months, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Join Us for Potluck Lunch
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., Aug. 2, 2026, 11 AM: Sunday Summer Song Service, Speaker: Denise Graves (Hybrid)
In July and August, we host a Summer Song series of Worship services lay-led by members of our congregation. Summer Song services are a great way to learn more about a topic of interest from a member of our community.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children’s Programming
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
During the summer months, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Join Us for Potluck Lunch
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., Aug. 9, 2026, 11 AM: Sunday Summer Song Service, Speaker: Charles Pettigrew (Hybrid)
In July and August, we host a Summer Song series of Worship services lay-led by members of our congregation. Summer Song services are a great way to learn more about a topic of interest from a member of our community.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children’s Programming
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
During the summer months, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Join Us for Potluck Lunch
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., Aug. 16, 2026, 11 AM: Sunday Summer Song Service, Speaker: Hashim Salameh (Hybrid)
In July and August, we host a Summer Song series of Worship services lay-led by members of our congregation. Summer Song services are a great way to learn more about a topic of interest from a member of our community.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children’s Programming
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
During the summer months, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Join Us for Potluck Lunch
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., Aug. 23, 2026, 11 AM: Sunday Summer Song Service, Speaker: Kayla Zumbrunnen (Hybrid)
In July and August, we host a Summer Song series of Worship services lay-led by members of our congregation. Summer Song services are a great way to learn more about a topic of interest from a member of our community.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children’s Programming
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
During the summer months, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Join Us for Potluck Lunch
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., Aug. 30, 2026, 11 AM: Sunday Summer Song Service, Speaker: Elizabeth Marlowe (Hybrid)
In July and August, we host a Summer Song series of Worship services lay-led by members of our congregation. Summer Song services are a great way to learn more about a topic of interest from a member of our community.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children’s Programming
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
During the summer months, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Join Us for Potluck Lunch
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., Sept. 6, 2026, 11 AM: Sunday Summer Song Service, Speaker: Nathaniel Berle (Hybrid)
In July and August, we host a Summer Song series of Worship services lay-led by members of our congregation. Summer Song services are a great way to learn more about a topic of interest from a member of our community.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children’s Programming
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
During the summer months, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Join Us for Potluck Lunch
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., Jun 28, 11 AM: Sunday Service, Pride Sunday: Celebrating Proud Families (Hybrid)
Sun., June 28, 2026: Sunday Service
Hybrid: Sanctuary / Zoom
Topic: Celebrating Proud Families
This Sunday, June 28, join us for a special service in celebration of Pride. On the anniversary of the Stonewall uprising, we gather to honor LGBTQIA+ lives and the many shapes love and family take — the families we’re born into and the ones we build by choice.
In place of a sermon, members of our own congregation will form a panel, sharing how this faith helps them move through the world and how their families, born and chosen, hold them up. Together we’ll light our chalice with words for our siblings of the rainbow, read the story of the Progress Pride flag, and sing Fred Small’s “Everything Possible” — a parent’s promise to a child that they can love whomever they love and become whoever they are. Our Share the Plate offering will support Just Us, the Oasis Center’s program for LGBTQ+ youth in Nashville.
It promises to be a joyful and tender morning, and a reminder that here, our faith stays wide — wide enough to welcome every one of us, exactly as we are. Whether you join us in the sanctuary or on Zoom, you belong here. Service begins at 11:00 a.m.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC. This service will not be recorded.
Sat., June 27, 9:15 AM: Nashville Pride Parade and Festival
GNUUC and FUUN are joining forces in volunteering at Nashville Pride this year.
If you have not signed up yet, contact, email Susan Timmons to see how you might still be able to participate.
Volunteer Options:
Join FUUN at the Pride March. Note that at 9:15 AM Marchers (groups and individuals marching next to vehicles and/or floats) need to be lined up. Kick off at 10 am (Broadway and 8th Ave). Parade takes place on Broadway between 8th Ave and 2nd Ave.
Volunteer at the FUUN Booth at Pride.
Read More for the links and details for joining Nashville Pride this year.
Sun., June 21, 9:30 - 11:30 AM: Live Streaming of GA 2026 Sing-a-long and Worship (Hybrid)
9:30 AM: Community Sing
Prepare for Sunday Worship with a curated selection of Unitarian Universalist music and video offerings. This pre-service gathering creates space for reflection, inspiration, and connection as we come together from across our communities before worship begins.
10:00 AM: Sunday Service, Live Streaming of General Assembly Sunday Worship
Embrace the electrifying spirit of the year's largest UU gathering, where we come together in unity for an awe-inspiring Sunday worship celebration like no other! It's a vibrant, communal worship experience that promises to uplift your soul and ignite your passion. Don't miss out on this extraordinary gathering of hearts and minds!
We are delighted to share that Rev. Jen Youngsun Ryu will lead Sunday Morning Worship at GA 2026.
The Rev. Jen Youngsun Ryu (she/her) serves the Unitarian Universalist Church in Eugene, arriving in 2021 while the building was still closed and the congregation was finding its way back to one another. Born in Seoul and raised in Ohio, she found Unitarian Universalism as a young adult in Baltimore and was drawn to a faith that honors both the tough mind and the tender heart.
After years of lay leadership, she entered seminary in 2002, then spent nearly a decade in parish ministry with the Williamsburg Unitarian Universalists, alongside service at the district level and on the UUMA Board. Her vocational path later led her into healthcare chaplaincy, where she specialized in oncology care and earned board certification. Working as a staff chaplain in Charleston deepened her pastoral skills and broadened her interest in spiritual care research.
In the wake of the pandemic, Rev. Ryu felt called back to the parish and to the rhythms of a multigenerational community. This year, she celebrates the 20th anniversary of her ordination with a steady conviction that our liberal faith, practiced with honesty and love, changes lives for the good.
We look forward to welcoming Rev. Jen to the GA 2026 Sunday Morning Worship experience.
11:30 AM: Potluck Lunch
After Service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., June 14, 6:15PM: Rise Up, Sing Out! Watch Party: A Concert for the First Amendment
Join us at GNUUC for a nationwide watch party celebrating the freedoms of speech, religion, press, assembly, and protest. Hosted by the Committee for the First Amendment, this 90-minute concert streams live from NYC with an all-star lineup—including Bette Midler, Patti Smith, Rufus Wainwright, Julia Roberts, Lily Gladstone, and Jane Fonda. Come sing along, find inspiration, build community, and take meaningful action together. Watch parties are happening across the country, and ours is right here at GNUUC.
Watch Party Sign-Up: Rise Up, Sing Out Nashville Greater Nashville Unitarian Universalists Watch Party
Learn More About This Event:Rise Up Sing Out — A Concert for the First Amendment
Sun., June 14, 1 PM: Worship Team Meeting (Hybrid Sanctuary/Zoom) Newcomers Welcome!
The Worship Team meetings are in-person/hybrid on the 2nd Sunday of the month at 1 PM in the Sanctuary.
Please join us if you are interested in the Sunday Worship Service content, volunteering as a Service Leader or Service Designer, volunteering to play music or sing, or joining the Tech Team. We would love to have you!
If interested in joining on Zoom, the link is in Slack at the top of the Worship channel reach out to revdenise@gnuuc.org to join this channel.
Sun., June 14, 11 AM: Sunday Service, Rev. Denise Gyauch, Flourishing and Questioning: A Question Box Service (Hybrid)
We will collect questions from the congregation for Rev Denise to answer.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
After service, please join us for a potluck lunch.
Sat., June 13, 4 PM - 8 PM: GNUUC Game night with Pizza provided (Fellowship Hall)
Join us on Saturday, June 13 at 4 PM for Game Night! Bring your favorite board game to share. Bring your favorite board game to share. Pizza will be provided!
All ages are welcome.
Questions? Contact Ryan
Sun., June 7, 1 PM: Shared Ministries Meeting
All members and friends, join us on June 7, 2026, at 1 PM for the Shared Ministries Meeting, where we organize and plan our upcoming events. Shared Ministries is co-led by Ryan Davison and Rev. Denise.
Please make sure that we have a representative from each of the following Teams/Groups. If you are interested in joining/working with any of these teams, show up too!
- Greeters
- Worship Team
- Lunch Team
- Religious Education Team
- Building and Grounds Team
- Women’s Group
- Fellowship/Fun Events Team
- Room In The Inn Team
- NOAH Team
- TUUCAN Team
- Climate Justice Team
- Membership Team (NEW Potential)
- Social Media Team (NEW Potential)
Sun., June 7, 11 AM: Multi-Generational Sunday Service, "Flourishing Together” (Hybrid)
On Sunday, June 7, we'll gather for a special intergenerational service celebrating this month's theme, Flourishing Together—and looking back with gratitude on everything we've shared this past year.
Please send photos!
As part of the morning, we'll watch a slideshow of our year together: Flourishing Together at Greater Nashville UU. And we need your photos to make it shine! If you've captured a moment of GNUUC life this year—a potluck, a game night, a workday or service project, a new face, a quiet Sunday morning, a shared laugh—we'd love to include it. The more faces and moments, the truer the picture of who we are.
To submit: send your photos to kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org
Think Ahead About Your Favorite Memories
During the service we’ll ask you to share a story:
What's your favorite memory from this year?
When were you thankful for another member's support?
When did someone's kindness surprise you?
We are looking forward to seeing you and spending this time together!
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This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation, as well as on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., May 31, 12:45 PM - 2 PM: UU Compass Small Group (Sanctuary)
Join us for UU Compass, a multi-generational small group (teens through adults) based on the Starting Point curriculum from Soul Matters.
Remaining Spring Dates: May 31
What is UU Compass Small Group?
Join us for UU Compass, a multi-generational small group (teens through adults) based on the Starting Point curriculum from Soul Matters.
Together, we’ll practice deep listening, share our personal journeys, and explore Unitarian Universalism as a living path of meaning and connection.
Who is UU Compass Small Group for?
Newcomers who want more than information — a real taste of UU community.
Long-time members seeking to reconnect with UU values and practices.
Teens and adults alike, eager to walk together across generations.
Whether you’re brand new or have been here for decades, UU Compass will help you find your bearings, discover companions, and chart the next step of your journey.
Want more information?
Contact Kristin R. (kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org)
Want more information? Contact Kristin R. (kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org)
Sun., May 31, After Service: Annual Congregational Meeting (Hybrid)
All GNUUC members — please plan to attend the Annual Congregational Meeting — Sunday, May 31, immediately after service, we'll vote on:
New Board Members 2026-2027
The Budget for Fiscal Year 2026–2027
The floor will not be open for discussion at this meeting — questions and concerns were addressed at the May 17 Town Hall.
Proxies and Absentee ballots have been e-mailed by Kristin R. If you did not receive one, let her know..
Sun., May 31, 11 AM - noon: Children's RE One-Room Schoolhouse
As our 2025–2026 Children's Religious Education year winds down, we want to thank the families, children, and volunteers who made it such a joyful one. At GNUUC, children are celebrated just as they are — wiggles, play, and all — and parents and caregivers are supported as partners in nurturing spiritual growth.
Sunday, May 31 is our final One-Room Schoolhouse session of the semester.
Starting Sunday, June 7, we shift into a more relaxed summer rhythm. Each Sunday will bring something a little different — wiggle-room play, time on the playground, arts and crafts, or games — shaped week to week by the volunteers who share their time and creativity. On Sundays when our volunteers are away, the Wiggle Room will be open with parent supervision, so families always have a welcoming space.
Curious about Children's RE or the schedule for a specific summer Sunday? Contact Kristin R. at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
Sun., May 31, 11 AM: Sunday Service, Rev. Denise Gyauch, “Curiosity in Retrospect: An Annual Report from Your Minister” (Hybrid)
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
After service, please join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., May 24, 11 AM - noon: Children go to Wiggle Room (Parent Supervised)
Welcome to the 2025–2026 year of Children’s Religious Education at Greater Nashville UU!
Upcoming Dates:
-One-Room Schoolhouse (Pre-K–6th): May 31.
Stories, games, and activities from the Soul Matters themes.
-Multigenerational Sundays: May 10 (Flower Communion), Jun 7
All ages worship together. Wiggle Room open (parent supervision).
-Wiggle Room/Playground Sundays:
Supervision provided: May 3
Parent Supervision Only: May 24
At GNUUC, children are celebrated just as they are—wiggles, play, and all. Parents and caregivers are supported as partners in nurturing spiritual growth.
For questions or to get involved, contact Kristin R.
Sun., May 24, 11 AM: Sunday Service, A UU Memorial Day Message of Courage and Resistance, Rev. T. J. FitzGerald (recorded) (Hybrid)
In this Unitarian Universalist Memorial Day sermon, Rev. T. J. Fitzgerald reflects on the legacy of faith, resistance, and sacrifice.
Drawing on the stories of Michael Servetus and John Calvin, and the painful truths of war, from the Civil War to World War I to modern-day Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan, this sermon challenges us to honor the fallen not just with memory, but with action, courage, and hope.
Rev. Fitzgerald offers five principles of resistance as spiritual tools for navigating a world fractured by fanaticism, injustice, and authoritarian power. Grounded in Unitarian Universalist theology, this message uplifts the enduring values of truth, justice, and love as forces more powerful than hate or tyranny.
With references to religious history, personal testimony, and contemporary moral voices like Rev. William Barber III, Rhiannon Giddens, Nick Cave, and Mary Oliver, this sermon calls us to embody resistance in art, community, well-being, solidarity, and fierce hope.
Rev. T. J. Fitzgerald is minister at First Unitarian Church of Dallas.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
Children and youth will be dismissed to programming after the Time for All Sages.
After service, please join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., May 17: 12:45 - 1:45: Townhall Meeting: Budget & Board Nominations
All GNUUC members — please plan to attend these two important governance events:
Town Hall Meeting — Sunday, May 17 at 1 PM
Members should have gotten an email with the slate and budget. If you did not, reach out to kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org.
We'll discuss the agenda for the upcoming Congregational Annual Meeting, focusing on:
New Board Members 2026-2027
The Budget for Fiscal Year 2026–2027
Absentee and Proxy ballots for the Annual Congregational Meeting will be available at the Town Hall and emailed out later that day.
This is the meeting for discussion and questions.
Annual Congregational Meeting — Sunday, May 31, immediately after service, we'll vote on:
New Board Members 2026-2027
The Budget for Fiscal Year 2026–2027
The floor will not be open for discussion at this meeting — please bring your questions and concerns to the May 17 Town Hall.
Sun., May 17, 11 AM: Multi-Generational Sunday Service, Introduction to Soul Matters Theme: "Awakening Curiosity” (Hybrid)
Theme: Join us as we introduce the May Soul Matters theme of “Awakening Curiosity.” An interactive, multi-generational service. All ages are welcome!
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation, as well as on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
After the service, join us for a potluck lunch.
Sat., May 16, 11 AM - 6 PM: Bellevue Picnic - Stop by our Booth!
Greater Nashville UU Congregation will have a booth at the Bellevue Community Picnic on Saturday, May 16, and we'd love for you to stop by. Our booth hours are 11 AM – 6 PM.
Bellevue Community Picnic Details
-Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
-Festival hours: 11 AM – 9:30 PM (our booth wraps up at 6 PM, but the festival continues into the evening with a fireworks display)
-Location: 655 Colice Jean Road, Nashville, TN 37221
The Bellevue Community Picnic is an annual festival hosted by the Bellevue Harpeth Chamber of Commerce, featuring live music, family entertainment, food trucks, carnival rides, inflatable attractions, exhibitors, and fireworks.
For details about stage events, food, trucks, etc, please click the title.
Hope to see you there!
Sun., May 10, 3 - 4:00 PM: Mother’s Day Concert at GNUUC, Dr. Arunesh Nadgir (Sanctuary, Open to the Public)
Dr. Arunesh Nadgir is an acclaimed pianist and educator currently serving as Professor of Piano and Coordinator of Keyboard Studies at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU).
He was recently honored as the 2025 Teacher of the Year by the Tennessee Music Teachers Association (TMTA), where he also served as President from 2023 to 2025. As a soloist and chamber musician, he has performed internationally across the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America. Notable venues include Carnegie Hall (Weill Recital Hall), Jordan Hall, and Eastman Theatre.
His performances include a wide range of classical works, from Bach and Haydn to Schumann, Debussy, and Barber.
His playing has been featured on live broadcasts via Nashville Public Radio (WPLN) and New York City’s WNYC.
Sun., May 10, 1 PM: Worship Team Meeting (Hybrid Sanctuary/Zoom) Newcomers Welcome!
The Worship Team meetings are in-person/hybrid on the 2nd Sunday of the month at 1 PM in the Sanctuary.
Please join us if you are interested in the Sunday Worship Service content, volunteering as a Service Leader or Service Designer, volunteering to play music or sing, or joining the Tech Team. We would love to have you!
If interested in joining on Zoom, the link is in Slack at the top of the Worship channel reach out to revdenise@gnuuc.org to join this channel.
Sun., May 10, 11 AM: Sunday Service, Kayla Zumbrunnen: Flower Communion (Hybrid)
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
We invite each person to bring a flower to share, if you can. We’ll also have extra flowers for those who need them.
Children and youth are welcome to participate in this service or play in the Wiggle Room.
After service, please join us for a potluck lunch.
Sat, May 9, 3:45 PM - 5:30 PM: Mr. Nobody Against Putin Film Screening — Auction Fundraiser Event
Documentary Film Screening
Date: Saturday, May 9
Time: 3:45 pm - 5:30 PM (Film starts promptly at 4 PM. Show up at 3:45 for seating and snacks!)
This is an Fundraiser. Suggested Donation: $15 per person.
To prepurchase tickets, see Kristin R. at Sunday potluck. Otherwise, show up at the door.
Pasha Talankin, a beloved Russian primary school teacher, becomes an unlikely dissident when Russia's invasion of Ukraine forces him into promoting state propaganda — horrified by what he witnesses, he secretly uses his role as the school's videographer to document the regime's impact on everyday Russians, from militarized youth groups to the recruitment of students for war, ultimately risking his life and planning a dangerous escape from Russia. Directed by Borenstein and Talankin himself, Mr. Nobody Against Putin is a 90-minute documentary and Sundance Official Selection that offers rare, intimate footage of how Putin's regime transforms communities and children from the inside.
Sun., May 3, 1 PM: Shared Ministries Meeting
All members and friends, join us on May 3, 2026, at 1 PM for the Shared Ministries Meeting, where we organize and plan our upcoming events. Shared Ministries is co-lead by Ryan Davison and Rev. Denise.
Please make sure that we have a representative from reach of the following Teams/Groups. If you are interested in joining/working with any of these teams, show up too!
- Greeters
- Worship Team
- Lunch Team
- Religious Education Team
- Building and Grounds Team
- Women’s Group
- Fellowship/Fun Events Team
- Room at the Inn Team
- NOAH Team
- TUUCAN Team
- Climate Justice Team
- Membership Team (NEW Potential)
- Social Media Team (NEW Potential)
Sun., May 3, 11 AM: Sunday Service, Guest Speaker: Larry Blanz “Meditation” (Hybrid)
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation and on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
The children and youth will be dismissed programming after the Time for All Sages.
After service, please join us for a potluck lunch.
Sun., Apr. 26, 12:45 - 2:45 PM: AI for Good Workshop
AI for Good (good for you, good for the congregation, good for the community). You can use AI right now, and we'll show you how.
More importantly, we'll show you how to use AI to make a real difference in this congregation, and in the community.
Bring a laptop if you have one, or your phone.
No technical background needed--EVERYONE WELCOME.
Date: April 26
Time: 12:45-1:45 Workshop, 1:45-2:45 Work Session.
Facilitator: Jesse S-S.
Sun., Apr. 26, 11 AM - noon: Children go to Wiggle Room (CRE Supervised)
Welcome to the 2025–2026 year of Children’s Religious Education at Greater Nashville UU!
Remaining Spring Dates as of April 26:
-One-Room Schoolhouse (Pre-K–6th): May 10, May 31.
Stories, games, and activities from the Soul Matters themes.
-Multigenerational Sundays (1st Sundays): May 3
All ages worship together. Wiggle Room open (parent supervision).
-Wiggle Room/Playground Sundays:
Supervision provided: Apr 26, May 17
Parent Supervision Only: May 24
At GNUUC, children are celebrated just as they are—wiggles, play, and all. Parents and caregivers are supported as partners in nurturing spiritual growth.
For questions or to get involved, contact Kristin R.
Sun., Apr. 26, 11 AM: Sunday Service, Jesse Spencer-Smith & Kristin Reveal: What is Climate Justice? Living Our UU Values (Hybrid)
Our UU faith calls us to honor the inherent worth of every person and the interdependent web of all existence — and there may be no place where those commitments come alive more urgently than in the work of climate justice. This service explores what it looks like to live our values by confronting the reality that environmental harm falls hardest on those already marginalized by systems of inequity. When we show up in solidarity, center the voices of frontline communities, and refuse to accept that anyone is expendable, we aren't just doing environmental work — we're living into the fullest meaning of our UU faith.
If you are able, also plan to participate in the UU Climate Justice Workshop at GNUUC the previous Saturday, April 25.
This hybrid service will be in the Sanctuary at Greater Nashville UU Congregation, as well as on Zoom. See How to Join a Virtual Service at GNUUC.
The Wiggle Room is available off the sanctuary for children.
After service, please join us for a potluck lunch.
Sat., Apr. 25, 10 AM - 2 PM: UU Climate Justice Revival Workshop: All are Welcome!
Join us Saturday, April 25 from 10 AM–2 PM for our Climate Justice Workshop as we continue our work on the UU Green Sanctuary 2030 program — building toward a sustainable and just world for all.
Facilitators: Kristin R. and Caren S-S.
The Four Essentials of Climate Action that guide this work are:
Mitigation — Reducing emissions from energy usage, transportation, waste, and consumption
Congregational Transformation — Working together to improve the ways we organize and collaborate
Community Resilience — Cultivating communities of care to prepare for and respond to climate disruption
Justice — Partnering with those most harmed by climate change to build thriving communities
This month we'll continue exploring Mitigation and begin diving into Congregational Transformation.
You do not need to have attended previously — everyone is welcome!
Lunch will be provided. To help us plan, email Kristin at kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org with any dietary restrictions. Or simply show up on Saturday!
To learn more about the Green Sanctuary Program, visit: https://www.uua.org/environment/green-sanctuary
Sun., Apr. 19, 12:45 PM - 2 PM: UU Compass Small Group (Sanctuary)
What is UU Compass Small Group?
Join us for UU Compass, a multi-generational small group (teens through adults). This Spring we are looking at each of our UU Shared Values and discussing how they impact our personal lives. Newcomers are welcome!
Together, we’ll practice deep listening, share our personal journeys, and explore Unitarian Universalism as a living path of meaning and connection.
Who is UU Compass Small Group for?
Newcomers who want more than information — a real taste of UU community.
Long-time members seeking to reconnect with UU values and practices.
Teens and adults alike, eager to walk together across generations.
Whether you’re brand new or have been here for decades, UU Compass will help you find your bearings, discover companions, and chart the next step of your journey.
Want more information? Contact Kristin R. (kristin.reveal@gnuuc.org)
Sun., Apr. 19, 11 AM - noon: Children's RE One-Room Schoolhouse
Welcome to the 2025–2026 year of Children’s Religious Education at Greater Nashville UU!
Winter-Spring Dates:
-One-Room Schoolhouse (Pre-K–6th): Jan 11, Jan 25, Feb 8, Feb 22, Mar 8, Mar 22, Apr 12, Apr 19, May 10, May 31.
Stories, games, and activities from the Soul Matters themes.
-Multigenerational Sundays (1st Sundays): Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1, Apr 5, May 3
All ages worship together. Wiggle Room open (parent supervision).
-Wiggle Room/Playground Sundays:
Supervision provided: Jan 18, Feb 15, Mar 15, Mar 29, Apr 26, May 17
Parent Supervision Only: Mar 29, May 24
At GNUUC, children are celebrated just as they are—wiggles, play, and all. Parents and caregivers are supported as partners in nurturing spiritual growth.
For questions or to get involved, contact Kristin R.