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In the days of the great sailing vessels, the cry "All Hands on Deck!" wasn’t just a request—it was a recognition of mutual necessity. When the winds shifted or the seas grew high, every person on board was essential to keeping the ship steady and the mission moving forward.
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Our congregation is no different. We are a vessel for justice, a sanctuary for seekers, and a home for pluralistic faith—but the ship only sails when we all pull the ropes together. As we reach the Final Sunday of our Stewardship Campaign, we gather to reflect on the transition from being "passengers" to "crew members."
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How does our collective generosity—our time, our talent, and our financial gifts—ensure that the UU Church of Chattanooga remains a lighthouse in our community for years to come?
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A Musical Voyage
The Third Sunday Orchestra will be providing the "wind for our sails" with a high-energy set of music featuring:
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Great Heart (Johnny Clegg) – Lead vocal by Tom Steinmann
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All Blues (Miles Davis) – Sax solo by Sally Peixoto
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A Chance To Give (Tom Steinmann) – Lead vocal by Tom Steinmann
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Pride (In The Name Of Love) (U2) – Vocals by Tom Steinmann and Kenzie Gossett
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Doctor My Eyes (Jackson Browne) – Lead vocal by Tom Steinmann
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Fortunate Son (CCR) – Lead vocal by Kenzie Gossett
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This Sunday, April 19, 2026
11 AM - Sunday Service
12:30 PM - Donor Appreciation Luncheon
5:00 PM - Sacred Hearth Circle
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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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On the 3rd Sunday of each month, a local organization is selected to receive our entire collection plate for the week. This Sunday, we will Donate The Plate to Waterways!
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Their Mission: lead community action to restore waterways and protect the local ecosystems on which we all depend. They envision a future where every child knows the beauty of their natural surroundings, every community takes part in stewardship, and every waterway thrives.
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You don't have to wait until Sunday to donate! They provide many ways to donate online here.
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UUCC's 2026-2027 Stewardship campaign winds up this weekend with a wonderful Thank You Mediterranean Luncheon (with options for all types of eaters). All are welcome! UUCC members and staff offer a sincere thank you to everyone who has pledged. Forty-five forward looking individuals and families have resolutely decided to invest in the future of UUCC, and have pledged $106,500 toward next years budget! However, we are still a long way from our goal of $172,000. If you feel that you should support UUCC financially next year, NOW is the time to make your pledge. If you have pledged this year, please take and wear a "PLEDGED" button from the "Pledged Buttons" basket at the service this Sunday to declare your participation and receive your thanks.
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Nominate a Local Group for Donate the Plate, 2026-27 Year
UUCC has a long history of supporting other local groups doing good in our community. Donate the Plate happens the third Sunday of each month. The entire offertory collected goes to a specified local organization to help sustain their mission. We seek ideas from the members of our congregation for worthy not-for-profits in Hamilton County. Once the nominations are gathered, the Social Justice Committee will make the final selections and create the Donate the Plate calendar for the fiscal year, July 2026-June 2027.
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Look for the nomination sheet in the fellowship area starting April 5. You can also send your nomination to judygallagher@uucc.org. Organizations must have a physical place a check can be mailed to; and be a local group, not a national organization. Please provide an address or website and/or phone number. Deadline for submissions is April 30.
Questions? Seek out Judy!
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Searching for Justice Trip Update
We're going to Montgomery and Selma, Alabama on October 16-17 to visit the civil rights history trail items there.
We have a small bus reserved with a maximum of 28 seats. About 20 people signed the interest form. They will have first dibs!
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If you're interested in being on the bus (whether you signed the interest form or not), please come to our meeting after the service on Sunday, June 7! We'll update you on the accommodations, sample (though not finalized) itinerary, costs and deadlines for deposit and balance; and some sample reading materials you can consider perusing to help you get more from our trip.
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ALL are invited to join "SINGING for SOLIDARITY and RESISTANCE," - a monthly community sing-along for Sustenance, Solidarity, ReSistance, and Support on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10-11:30am at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 3224 Navajo Dr, Chattanooga, TN, 37411.
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Singing is a resource, a gift, and a power that helps to connect us, to regulate our nervous systems, to metabolize our feelings. Singing from the heart is not about perfection its about changing ourselves and our world.
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We will be sharing simple songs of historical significance (ie: "We Shall Overcome") as well as new songs for THIS moment in our collective history, including many being sung now by our friends in Minneapolis, MN. Whether you come to sing, breathe, or simply BE with us in these times, this space is for you and You are welcome HERE.
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March 8 - Sovereignty, One of Timothy Snyder’s
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Facilitated by Sandy Kurtz
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Sovereignty is the ability to choose, learn and make decisions. Excerpts from the documentary Atomic Bamboozle – False Promise of Nuclear Renaissance will be discussed. Warning: You may not read the news about planned nuclear plants in TN the same way.
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March 22 – Teaching Our Whole Lives (OWL)
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Facilitated by Steve Collins
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Steve Collins will discuss what it was like teaching the sexuality course based on the UU OWL curriculum, and challenges young women face today. We welcome all OWL teachers from UUCC to join in our discussion and share their experiences.
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April 12 - Community Victory for Enterprise South Nature Park
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Special guest speaker Melissa Ray, co-founder of Save ESNP will discuss the community organization and effort it took to save this valuable Chattanooga nature preserve.
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April 26 - The Minister of Loneliness
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Facilitated by Gale Audier
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Japan is experiencing an epidemic of loneliness and suicide that has prompted the real position of Minister of Loneliness. What can we do in our own community to help those experiencing loneliness?
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You're Invited to our Annual UUMFE Earth Day Worship Ritual
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Due to recent security concerns, you must register through this Google Form in order to be admitted into the Zoom meeting.
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Hamilton County primary elections are May 5, and All In Chattanooga is hosting the final candidate forum for County Commission and School Board races where there's a primary contest. They're bringing the candidates directly to the districts they hope to serve, so neighbors can meet them, hear from them, and ask real questions before Election Day)
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- Wednesday, April 22 @ 5:30 pm, District 9, Harrison Center (5637 TN-58)
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Tennessee Environmental Council is holding a Recycling Roundup at Volkswagen on April 18. It’s easy. Between 9 a.m. and 1 pm, collect anything recyclable soon the list here and drive through the line to drop off your collection. Take everything from mattresses, electronics scrap metal and tires to tattered socks, eyeglasses, crayons, small batteries, blocks of styrofoam, shredding paper, pet supplies, ink cartridges and toner, medications, glass bottles, cardboard, clothing and shoes, and medical supplies. For more information go to tectn.org.
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Pancake Breakfast/Family Festival/Youth Art Auction
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Join REconnect Nature School on May 3rd from 12-3pm for a Pancake Brunch, Family Festival, and Youth Art Auction! This fundraiser supports REconnect Nature School's scholarship fund for school and summer camps! We can't wait to see everyone at Crabtree Farms and raise money for some fantastic kiddos!
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SUN: 9:00AM - 1:00PM
MON: CLOSED
TUE: CLOSED
WED: 10:00AM-4:30PM
THU: 10:00AM-4:30PM
FRI: 11:00AM-2:00PM
SAT: CLOSED
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