A warm and welcoming
time and place.

Sunday mornings at UUSV are a warm and welcoming time and place. If you consider yourself a religious liberal, an unchurched person, one of the “nones,” or a seeker of enlightenment and commUUnity, we have saved a place for you.

 

We meet at 11 a.m. on Sundays and offer stimulating ideas, a welcoming embrace, and a glad home for your spirit. And, like many UU congregations, we also have wonderful music (see below for details), a time for contemplation and silent introspection, and, of course, coffee and conversation after the service.

 

Children’s religious education (RE) is available each week, and on the second Sunday of each month we enjoy a delicious potluck lunch after the service. Our minister, Rev. Michael J.S. Carter, or a guest speaker once a month, will inform, challenge, and inspire you with insight and wisdom – and even a few bad jokes from time to time! Our congregation will greet you with enthusiasm and hope to get to know you as you find yourself eager to return to our home week after week.

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This Sunday, May 3rd

"Blessed Are Those Who Mourn"

Becky Stone

Becky will share a powerful personal story from when she first moved to Asheville about forty years ago. Inspired by Richard Rohr’s book, The Universal Christ, she will explore the connection between Great Love and Great Suffering and the ubiquitous questions around why God, who loves us, allows us to suffer. Promising no answers, Becky will share why she continues to wrestle with this question in her own faith walk.
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Next Sunday, May 10th

"Perfect in Imperfection"

Rev. Michael J. S. Carter

The Rev. Lynn Ungar is a UU minister who says that Mother’s Day sermons are difficult. I happen to agree wholeheartedly. For every person who brings a Mother to church, physically or emotionally, that is cherished, loved, and appreciated, there are always others who are scarred from the inadequate jobs their mother’s did in raising them. The same can also be said of fathers. Perhaps this is true due to the high expectations we have of our mothers. I mean, after all, they're only human. Well, now it’s Mother’s Day-- again. Let's gather together to try to unpack the most important relationship of our lives. Join us after service for our monthly potluck! Please bring a dish to share. Second Sundays Music: Dave Wells, guitar and voice
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This Sunday, May 3rd

"Blessed Are Those Who Mourn"

Becky Stone

Becky will share a powerful personal story from when she first moved to Asheville about forty years ago. Inspired by Richard Rohr’s book, The Universal Christ, she will explore the connection between Great Love and Great Suffering and the ubiquitous questions around why God, who loves us, allows us to suffer. Promising no answers, Becky will share why she continues to wrestle with this question in her own faith walk.
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Next Sunday, May 10th

"Perfect in Imperfection"

Rev. Michael J. S. Carter

The Rev. Lynn Ungar is a UU minister who says that Mother’s Day sermons are difficult. I happen to agree wholeheartedly. For every person who brings a Mother to church, physically or emotionally, that is cherished, loved, and appreciated, there are always others who are scarred from the inadequate jobs their mother’s did in raising them. The same can also be said of fathers. Perhaps this is true due to the high expectations we have of our mothers. I mean, after all, they're only human. Well, now it’s Mother’s Day-- again. Let's gather together to try to unpack the most important relationship of our lives. Join us after service for our monthly potluck! Please bring a dish to share. Second Sundays Music: Dave Wells, guitar and voice
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Music at UUSV

Music is a vital part of our Sunday services, creating connection and joy in our gathering together.

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Our Music Director

Annelinde (Linda) Metzner has been our beloved music director since 2008. A composer, arranger, poet, and music teacher with degrees from Furman University and University of South Carolina, Linda also directs Sahara Women's Peace Choir and founded Asheville's Womansong community chorus. She brings warmth and creativity to every service.

Together with longtime volunteer pianist Sue Stone, they provide music that beautifully complements each sermon.

Second Sundays

Choir Sundays

Music-Centered Sundays

Community Outreach

Second Sundays feature solos and small ensembles from our congregation and local area musicians.

Our wonderful Choir performs on the fourth Sunday of each month.

Music-centered Sundays feature guest musicians leading entire services in which music becomes the heart of our gathering.

Musicians from our congregation offer their talents pro bono to support local nonprofits and causes.

Second Sundays

Second Sundays feature solos and small ensembles from our congregation and local area musicians.

Choir Sundays

Our wonderful Choir performs on the fourth Sunday of each month.

Music-Centered Sundays

Music-centered Sundays feature guest musicians leading entire services in which music becomes the heart of our gathering.

Community Outreach

Musicians from our congregation offer their talents pro bono to support local nonprofits and causes.

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Join Our Choir

Join Our Choir!

Our choir has flourished under Linda's guidance and always welcomes new voices! We rehearse four times a month, and our repertoire is culturally diverse, inclusive, and often delightfully fun.

For a sample of our music, check out the UUSV Quarantine Choir YouTube channel featuring beautiful videos created during the pandemic.

Join Our Choir

Join Our Choir!

Our choir has flourished under Linda's guidance and always welcomes new voices! We rehearse four times a month, and our repertoire is culturally diverse, inclusive, and often delightfully fun.

For a sample of our music, check out the UUSV Quarantine Choir YouTube channel featuring beautiful videos created during the pandemic.

Sunday Flower Program

On the first Sunday of each month, UUSV members provide flower arrangements in memory of loved ones, in celebration, or simply in a spirit of love. Members can choose to post an announcement in The Current and on the website as well.

See the bulletin board sign-up form for details!

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