Weekly Message
Each week, a member of our staff or congregational leadership writes about a topic touching our community. Topics can range from upcoming events to issues facing our local community.
Sometimes the Work is Resting
The downtown YMCA has a large glass jar at the front desk with bright, colorful strips of paper and an invitation to “take a blessing” upon entering or departing. Recently, on my way in, I chose a yellow strip with the words “sometimes the work is resting.” It felt...
What on earth is an Installation?
The relationship between a called Minister and a congregation is unique. It is a covenantal relationship, founded on the desire of both parties to share the work of ministry together. A congregation “calls” a minister to come serve with them, alongside them. To mark...
Variety is the Pumpkin Spice
It’s a little after 7pm on Saturday night at The Mountain during the annual UU Asheville Retreat. The ~100 attendees are gathered for the highly anticipated Variety Show. The show that was formerly known as the Talent Show, but rebranded so as nobody forgets it’s...
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Weekly Message
Each week, a member of our staff or congregational leadership writes about a topic touching our community. Topics can range from upcoming events to issues facing our local community.
What Matters in Community?
As part of my work here at UU Asheville, I am compelled to contemplate “What is community?” Often in progressive spaces, and especially in progressive faith spaces, a common refrain is “It doesn’t matter who you are, you are welcome here!” I don’t like that sentiment....
A Concert with Peter Mayer Saturday, April 27th at 7 PM
Minnesota's Peter Mayer has been singing and songwriting full-time for over 20 years, performing in venues across the United States and beyond. He writes songs for a small planet--songs about interconnectedness and the human journey--songs about life on earth and the...
Dinner 6PM & Vespers 7PM – Resume in September
Thanks to all who attended, participated and danced a little salsa at our Celebration Vespers. Your presence throughout the year during this time of fellowship and worship has strengthened and deepened our community. See you in the fall!