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In Flanders Fields
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On May 3, 1915, Lt. Col. John McCrae penned the iconic poem In Flanders Fields after presiding over the funeral of a fallen friend. In the churned soil of fresh graves, he saw poppies blooming—a flash of red amid the sorrow of war. Today, poppies remain a powerful symbol of remembrance, their vibrant color echoing through Memorial Day traditions.
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At UUCC, we honor this spirit through our own sacred practice: the annual Memorial Garden Dedication. Much like the Appalachian tradition of Decoration Day, this is a time to care for sacred spaces, share stories, and reconnect with the memory of those who came before us. Join us as we reflect, remember, and plant poppies of love in honor of lives that continue to shape our community.
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This Sunday, May 25, 2025
9:15 am - Choir Rehearsal
9:45 am - Forum: The Loyal Opposition - Britain's Innovative Approach
11 am - Sunday Service
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To view the full RE newsletter click here
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4:30 PM Standing Out Chattanooga
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7:00 PM Eating Disorders Anonymous
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10:00 AM Small Group Ministry
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6:30 PM Church Band Practice
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6:00 PM Narcotics Anonymous Meditation Meeting
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9:00 AM 12 Step Group (Forum Room)
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Who Wants to Help with UUCC at Pride????
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Chattanooga Pride is Saturday, September 27
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We need a group of folks to start planning our participation at the festival and parade! What might that entail? Making sure UUCC is registered for both the parade and the festival. Recruiting participants to staff a table and march in the parade. This committee might come up with giveaways for the parade. Will we have a wagon? Will we have bubbles, noise makers, and rainbow costumes? Flags for our walkers? What brochures, tokens to give away at the table?
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REconnect Nature School is now offering tutoring services! If you need Summer Tutoring, they are offering tutoring for all subjects for Upper Elementary, Middle, and High School as well as Test Prep! They will also work on a sliding scale for pricing. Use the QR Code to learn more, or email jaime@reconnectnatureschool.org
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The League of Women Voters is partnering with The Chattery downtown (Broad and 3rd) to provide FREE Civics Education courses the first Sunday afternoon, 4 - 5 pm, each month. May’s class on "The Three Branches of Government and The Balance of Power" by UTC Prof. Jeremy Strickler was spellbinding. Next up on Sunday, June 1st is all about "Tariffs And How They Work" with Dr. Sheena Murray, UTC Economics Professor.
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We all talk about the need for Civics Education. Here it is! Please come and please share with your groups.
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Downtown meter parking is free on Sundays.
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Books & Beyond
Sunday, June 1 @ 12:30 pm at UUCC
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
Sign up in the church fellowship area, by email, or just come and join us!
Preview the book here.
Shop used copies here.
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Art on the Walls May 2025
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Spring Joy by Jen Horning
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A SPRING PALETTE:
An exhibit of fiber art
and photography
In celebration of Spring, UUCC members and friends have
created quilts and banners to adorn our walls. A collection of photographs of spring ephemerals accompanies the sewn, woven and quilted art. The artists have used pastel colors to evoke the awakening and emergence of new growth.
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The creators are Jen Horning, Cindy Collins, Carol Hobbs, Emily Compton, and Maria Derrick (photography).
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Most art is for sale. The percentage of proceeds donated to UUCC is indicated on the wall label.
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