Journey to Membership

We are so glad you’ve chosen to walk your path with us at TVUUC. Choosing to become a member represents a deeper connection with and commitment to your faith community.

Join with us: Becoming a member

We offer three different meetings during the year that will help you learn about Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church and Unitarian Universalism. This also gives us a chance to get to know you.

QUUestions

 QUUestions is a meeting for visitors or those who want to know more about TVUUC, Unitarian Universalism, and the path to membership. It is also open to current members who may want to deepen their connection TVUUC and Unitarian Universalism. The meetings will be held on the last Sunday of the month except for June and December. We look forward to meeting you! Please email Mark Mohundro at markmohundro@tvuuc.net with any questions

Starting Point-An Introduction to the Unitarian Universalist Journey

“The central task of the religious community is to unveil the bonds that bind each to all. There is a connectedness, a relationship discovered amid the particulars of our own lives and the lives of others. Once felt, it inspires us to act for justice.” Rev. Mark Morrison-Reed

Starting Point is a new curriculum that replaces our former New UU and UU 101 sessions. This is not only for those interested in membership, but also for established members.

The classes consist of two in-person sessions and will also be offered as two sessions on Zoom. These classes will be offered once in the fall and once in the spring. The same material will be presented in both, and you do not have to attend all four sessions.

Landing Points

Landing points is the sequel to Starting Point, but you do not have to have participated in Starting Point to attend. We will go over church programs, governance, membership details, and the diverse ways that you can be involved with TVUUC. This is held twice in the fall and spring. Please email Mark Mohundro with any questions markmohundro@tvuuc.net

You are also encouraged to meet with our minister or the New Member Coordinator who will be happy to talk with you about what you are looking for in a faith community, how you would like to connect with TVUUC, and what questions you may have.

Q: What are the requirements for joining TVUUC?

A: Any person, 16 years of age and older, who is in sympathy with the stated mission of TVUUC and with Unitarian Universalist principles and who has either participated in Starting Point or has had a one-on-one with the minister and/or the new member coordinator can join the TVUUC family

Q: What are the expectations of members?

A: Members are encouraged to make contributions in support of TVUUC. This may include making a financial pledge, volunteering at a church event, serving on a committee or in one of the Program Council’s clusters. Members are also encouraged to participate in the TVUUC community by attending services regularly and encouraging and supporting other community members.