A Word From the Minister 3/6/24

Dear Ones,

Pema Chodron said, “Let difficulty transform you. And it will. In my experience, we just need help learning how not to run away.” The difficulties we encounter can come from struggles we engage in intentionally, or they can come from those we stumble upon. … read more.

Board Bits 3/6/24

The  CVUU Board of Directors met on Thursday, February 15, 2024 via Zoom.

Board meeting minutes are typically available upon request from the CVUU Board Secretary or the Congregational Administrator ( Susie Gullixson) approximately 30 days after the date of the Board meeting.    The Board … read more.

Black Rainbow Love Screening

CVUU and the Virginia Queer Film Festival are hosting the screening of “Black Rainbow Love: A Documentary” Feb. 29th at 7 PM. The film is directed by Angela Harvey, and she will be here for conversation afterward.

Donations of $5 per person are requested.

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Stories of Social Justice

By Emma Robinson

During the 1990s, I volunteered with the Catholic Worker to protest nuclear weapons. During that period, I also volunteered with Carlotta Bryce, a now-deceased member of the Unitarian Church of Norfolk. Initially, the scrambled eggs, grits, and coffee were prepared at Carlotta’s home … read more.

Valentine Buddy Breakfast

Sign up for a buddy to dine with on Feb. 11th

For many years, our church has hosted a before-church pancake breakfast, pairing a CVUU kid with a CVUU adult on the Sunday closest to Valentine’s Day (this year, Feb.11). Not only do the generations get to meet, but … read more.

Board Bits 1/6/24

The  CVUU Board of Directors met on Saturday,  January 6, 2023 at CVUU, following the Board Retreat.      Board meeting minutes are typically available upon request from the CVUU Board Secretary or the Congregational Administrator ( Susie Gullixson) approximately 30 days after the date … read more.

Tell Your Story

The Social Justice Committee is planning a special publication, “The CVUU Connection,” devoted to social justice. Following Rev. Viola’s call for 30 Days of Love, we want to hear from members of the congregation who have stories to tell about personal experiences in the effort … read more.