In the 1920’s minstrel shows were common where a white performer would dress up in blackface. Today we recognize such a practice as deeply offensive.  Nevertheless, Western religion has done something similar to Jesus (and other biblical characters) by dressing them up in whiteface. This Sunday we will consider the white lies found in American churches today. We will also reflect on how the anti-racist implications of all 7 principles of Unitarian Universalism in addition to the more recently adopted 8th.

(You can watch our worship service streamed at 11 am on our Facebook page https://tinyurl.com/yfx9pnx6, or our website https://tvuuc.org/ and also on our YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/ycksxc98.)

Per the CDC, Knox County’s risk level has returned to LOW. No COVID-related restrictions are in place, though masks and vaccination are encouraged. The Lizzie Crozier-French room is designated for remote viewing with masks required for all over the age of two. Room A will also be available for families with children, with masks required for all over the age of two. You may also watch our services online. The full Covid policy can be viewed online here.