Speaker: Rev Jametta Alston

The Joy of Celebrating the Dead

10-31-2021 11:00 am Rev Jametta Alston

We have many cultures and rituals that celebrate the lives of those who have left. It is interesting how similar and how diverse the few holidays are in the world.

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Removing The Mask

09-05-2021 11:00 am Rev Jametta Alston

Join us today as we consider whether or not the 7 principles “mask” the reality that the 8th principal seeks to expose.

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When the Path Seems Uncertain

08-08-2021 11:00 am Rev Jametta Alston

Unexpected changes, events lead our lives in different ways. How we accept, deal and challenge these changes requires a sense of joy.

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Who is the Head of the Household?

06-20-2021 11:00 am Rev Chris Buice, Rev Jametta Alston

Our church once had a computer program that required us to list who was the Head of the Household in each family. Jenny Arthur, who was the administrator at the time, made the executive decision to make a woman the head whenever it was … read more.

Rainbow Covenant

06-13-2021 11:00 am Rev Jametta Alston

The idea of covenant is a complex one, yet is simplistic in it essence. It is promise, yet embodies a commitment that will and can last forever and a day. Join me to question, reveal and resolve what covenants are ours at TVUUC..

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When Did God Change Her Pronouns?

05-09-2021 11:00 am Rev Chris Buice, Rev Jametta Alston

When did God go from being he/his/him to she/her/hers? This year there was a lot of controversy when a toy company announced they were discontinuing the production of Mr and Mrs Potato Head in order to introduce the more gender neutral Potato Head ( a … read more.

Sankofa

01-03-2021 11:00 am Rev Jametta Alston

Sankofa is an African word from the Akan tribe in Ghana. The literal translation of the word and the symbol is “it is not taboo to fetch what is at risk of being left behind.”.
The past year was difficult, yet strong, valuable lessons were constantly … read more.

Winter Holiday Pageant: It’s so Bright! What’s Up with That?/A Child is Born in Anime

12-20-2020 11:00 am Catherine Farmer Loya, Rev Jametta Alston

A beloved annual tradition, with a 2020 twist: our Winter Holiday Pageant, coming to a screen near you! Join TVUUC friends of all ages as we celebrate the power of stories ancient and modern, wonder at the mysteries of life and its beginnings, and do … read more.

Sacredness of Children

11-22-2020 11:00 am Rev Jametta Alston

The foster care/adoption agencies are overwhelmed because a child can be orphaned, removed, or abandoned for many reasons. Parents can die because of diseases and war, poverty, and hunger. Accidents are another reason of becoming an orphan. Over 415,000 children are in the foster care … read more.

When Your Soul, Spirit, Heart and Mind are Feeling Tired

08-30-2020 11:00 am Rev Jametta Alston

There are many words we can use to communicate an insidious miasma that threatens to smother our soul. Words such as “downcast,” “brokenhearted,” “troubled,” “miserable,” “despairing,” and “mourning,” among others avoidthe word “Depression”. Throughout history there are a number of stories of people who have struggled and … read more.

TVUUC’s Updated Covid-19 Policies and Letter from the Board President
Beloved Congregation, I am writing to update you on TVUUC’s COVID-19 policies. In August, the Board accepted the Covid Task Force’s recommendation to postpone reopening for in-person worship. Since that decision was made, the CTF has been working tirelessly to craft a framework to guide staff through the next phases of the pandemic. Last Tuesday, the ...
New Office Hours
The church office will be open from 10-4 on Mondays and 10-3 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. You are also welcome to come by and enjoy the artwork hanging in the gallery. The rest of the building, unless stated otherwise, will still be closed off to the public.

TVUUC Virtual Visit
While we continue to be connected in community even as we are staying physically distanced, I know many of us are missing being in our beloved TVUUC building. So when I stopped in one day recently, I made a little walk-through visit video so your family can visit your favorite spaces from home. Feel free ...
RE Reflection Room Resource: Dancing Spider Yoga
We are delighted to share a new spiritual practice resource, created for our kids (and friends of all ages!) by TVUUC friend Piper Hansen, who originally planned to visit our preschool RE class to introduce yoga, but has now recorded versions that we can share with everyone: I am Piper Hansen, I am 18 years old ...
RE Learning Lab Challenge – The Three R’s!
This week’s Learning Lab Challenge comes to us from Karen White, and she invites us to take part in a challenge that includes a “Three R’s” scavenger hunt. Are you ready to see what you can find? The Three R’s – Recycle, Reuse, and Reduce Take the Three R’s Challenge! Try these challenges first, and then check ...