Love Beyond Belief

Nestled in the peaceful Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, we are a vibrant community standing on the side of love. We are the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Swannanoa Valley.

Whether you’re exploring spirituality, searching for community, or ready to act for justice—you are welcome here.

What's UU?

Learn about the progressive Unitarian Universalist principles that guide our inclusive, living faith.

Come, Whoever You Are

We welcome you to experience a heartfelt affirmation of belonging where your whole self is embraced.

Meet Our Minister

Get to know Rev. Michael J. S. Carter—preacher extraordinaire, beloved pastor, minister to our needs ... and occasional teller of bad jokes.

What Calls You?

Together, our Social Action Committee champions justice, peace, and love across diverse paths.

What's UU?

Learn about the progressive Unitarian Universalist principles that guide our inclusive, living faith.

Come, Whoever You Are

We welcome you to experience a heartfelt affirmation of belonging where your whole self is embraced.

Meet Our Minister

Get to know Rev. Michael J. S. Carter—preacher extraordinaire, beloved pastor, minister to our needs ... and occasional teller of bad jokes.

What Calls You?

Together, our Social Action Committee champions justice, peace, and love across diverse paths.

See What's Happening This Week at UUSV

may 2026

sun10may11:00 amsun12:00 pmFeaturedVirtual EventWeekly Sunday ServiceSermon, Music, Religious Education, and Sheer Joy!11:00 am - 12:00 pm 500 Montreat Rd.

sun10may12:00 pmsun1:00 pmMonthly Potluckfood and friends12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 500 Montreat Rd.

tue12may1:00 pmtue2:15 pmA Course in MiraclesStudy Group1:00 pm - 2:15 pm 500 Montreat Rd.

thu14may5:30 pmthu7:00 pmWomen's Group5:30 pm - 7:00 pm 500 Montreat Rd.

A Spiritual Home of Nurturing + Growth

We are your neighbors.
We are brave, curious, and compassionate thinkers and doers.
We are diverse in faith, ethnicity, history, and spirituality, but aligned in our desire to make a difference for the good.

A Spiritual Home of Nurturing + Growth

We are your neighbors.
We are brave, curious, and compassionate thinkers and doers.
We are diverse in faith, ethnicity, history, and spirituality, but aligned in our desire to make a difference for the good.

Reverend Michael Easter 2026 (1)