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We discussed ways to improve communication and simplify and open up processes at the church to better reflect our current staffing and volunteer capacity. We discussed the open slots for delegates from the congregation to UUA General Assembly 2024. The Board will encourage interested people to contact Rev. Denise. Board members will inform Tina about their wishes as far as continuing to serve during the coming year.
Read MoreNOAH's Affordable Housing Task Force will kick off a new series of community meetings this Saturday, March 16th, at 10:00 am at Fifteenth Ave Baptist Church, 1203 9th Ave N, Nashville, TN. This event aims to educate the community on the property tax freeze and relief programs available to senior and disabled homeowners in Davidson County. It is estimated that about 16,000 households qualify for these programs, but only about 6,000 of these actually take advantage of them.
The Metro Trustee's Office will be there to explain the steps to apply. If you know a senior or disabled homeowner who may be interested, please download the flyer and share it with them!
There will also be a showing of the short film, “Segregated by Design” (based on the book by Richard Rothstein, The Color of Law), which “examines the forgotten history of how our federal, state, and local governments unconstitutionally segregated every major metropolitan area in America through law and policy.”
The next time you are on campus, please walk through the memorial garden to see all the new spring blossoms.
Read MoreRally at the Capitol with organizations from across the state! Next Tuesday, March 12th, TN4ALL is hosting a Day on the Hill in partnership with unions, labor councils, and other organizations across Tennessee including NOAH.
Read MoreWe are now accepting Live Auction and Intermission Items, Events, and Services. We are accepting food donations for the Italian lunch as well.
For Live Auction items we need donations of the following:
-Hosted meals
-Sporting event tickets
-Music tickets (concert or symphony)
-Art gallery tickets
-Expensive digital devices
-Fine art or high-quality artisan items, and more!
A good indicator if an event or item is a good match for the Live Auction is if it can generate at least $75.
For the Intermission Items, we need events with a set price that multiple people (at least 8-10+) can attend. The set price is usually $10 - $20.
Event Ideas:
-A Movie & Popcorn Night at GNUUC
-Hosting a Local Tour
-Hosting a Congregation Birthday Party
-Hosting a Park Picnic
For the artists out there, if you can create multiple items (at least 8-10+), all at a single set price of $10 - $20, they are a good fit as intermission items. They do not need to be unique but do need to be in the same genre. (Think Sandy’s birds from last year.)
Artisan Ideas:
-A set of paintings based on a theme
-A set of sculptures that fit in the same genre.
-All items are at a set price.
Remember - no silent auction items this year!
Do you have a favorite Italian food to share? Sign up to donate an appetizer, entree, salad, side, dessert, or beverage for eight people! We look forward to sharing.
To donate items/events/food, use the Auction Donor Form.
Read MoreRazom, which means “together” in Ukrainian, believes deeply in the enormous potential of dedicated volunteers around the world united by a single goal: to unlock the potential of Ukraine. Razom works towards that mission by creating spaces where people meet, partner and do.
Read MoreThe treasurer presented the finance report, noting pledge income may come in lower than budgeted. Insurance and asphalt repairs have increased expenses significantly. Getting additional asphalt repair quotes was discussed.
Discussing the congregation's 30th anniversary coming up in 2024, suggestions included celebrating with a special pledge drive theme highlighting the past 30 years and vision for the next 30. A homecoming event in the fall was also proposed.
The Board conducted a self-assessment. The facilitator closed by thanking the Board for their self-reflection.
Continued progress on visioning the future and sustainability goals will help ensure GNUUC's next 30 years are as strong as the past 30 have been.
Please email board@gnuuc.org if you have any questions or suggestions.
Read MoreUse your voice this Sunday, February 25, at NOAH’s forum for the school board candidates. Five school board seats are on the ballot this election, and NOAH wants Nashvillians to know who they are voting for. There will be a time for attendees to ask questions directly to the candidates, so come ready to speak up!
Read MoreEarly voting for the March 5 primary election is underway at all locations, including new locations at the Bellevue Community Center, Goodlettsville Library, Hillwood High School, and South Inglewood Community Center. In addition to the presidential preference primary, there are important races for Circuit Court Judge, Division IV, 20th Judicial District, Assessor of Property, and School Board. A schedule is here.
Read MoreLast Sunday, NOAH members turned out for our canvass of school board District One in North Nashville. We had a great time connecting with residents and spreading awareness about the upcoming election on March 5th!
Want to be a part of the action?
Read MoreDo you have a favorite Italian food to share? Sign up to donate an appetizer, entrée, salad, side, dessert, or beverage for eight people! We look forward to sharing.
Mirabelle S. is our food coordinator and she has made a chart of suggested food, homemade or store-bought - we won’t tell. Click Read More for details.
To donate items/events/food, use the Auction Donor Form.
Read MoreGideon’s Army is a community-based, grassroots organization that works to design programs based on contemporary interpretations of the theory of restorative justice. Gideon’s Army is currently the only local organization in Nashville that focuses solely on dismantling the school-to-prison pipeline through social activism by children in the prison pipeline, their families, and their community.
Read MoreMark your calendars now so you can help NOAH celebrate its 10th anniversary year. On March 30, 2014, NOAH’s 32 founding member organizations, including GNUUC, came together for a Covenanting Ceremony to commit to the justice work for which NOAH was created. NOAH has been busy ever since, making positive change for Nashville in the areas of affordable housing, criminal justice, economic equity and jobs, education, and now transportation. Come help us celebrate on June 20!
Read MoreFinancial Review
- Reviewed budget to actuals and financial position. Insurance costs have increased significantly due to claims, but new revenue sources (facility rentals, donations) help offset this.
Timetable for Pledge Campaign
-The pledge campaign is planned for April 7 and April 14 (materials will be distributed). The goal is to finalize pledges by April 21 to inform budget planning and stewardship celebrated. The date of the congregational meeting is tentatively set for May 19th.
Creating a Culture of Periodic Self-Assessment
- An assessment task force proposed establishing an annual self-assessment for key church groups/teams. The goal is to empower teams and build community. The board will conduct a self-assessment in February using the governance policy document as a guide.
Discussions on Rev. Denise's Contract
- A small task force comprised of Jesse Spencer-Smith (Treasurer) and Claire Stanton (At-Large) will meet with Rev. Denise to discuss potential updates to her contract for the next fiscal year. These early discussions allow time to finalize details aligned with the budget by March/April.
Read MoreThe Palmer Lecture at First UU Nashville, previously scheduled for this weekend, has been postponed due to expected inclement weather. The new date is Saturday, March 30, 2024.
Read MoreCome to GNUUC on Sunday, January 28, from 12:45 - 1:30 PM for an Auction brainstorming session.
New and previous auction planners - join us!
We need many different strengths in our Auction team: volunteers to plan the silent and live auction, volunteers to organize food, volunteers to organize entertainment, volunteers to help with marketing, and volunteers in charge of decorations.
This year we are specifically looking for an Auction Volunteer Coordinator, who can oversee the volunteers and keep us all on schedule. Kristin has limited time this Spring and can specifically help with the Live auction only, however, is willing to train you!
Questions? Contract Kristin R.
At GNUUC, the Auction is more than just a fundraiser. We decorate, have food and entertainment, and have a great time!
This year’s Auction date and theme will be set by the Auction Planning Team. It is usually in late March or April.
Read MoreOur January Share the Plate partner is the Southern Alliance for People and Animal Welfare. SAFPAW is a non-profit organization serving Davidson County by improving the quality of life for people and pets in need. SAFPAW provides free pet food, supplies, and veterinary care to pet owners who are homeless or living at or below the poverty level, and so much more.
Read MoreThis month we will share the plate with the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee’s Guest at Your Table program. Through the Guest at Your Table program, congregations provide vital support to those who need it most. GNUUC has been honoring and supporting our Guests since 1995! The GAYT theme this year is “Pursuing Liberation.”
Read MoreLease with the New Leaf Preschool: The members discussed updates regarding the proposed use of the RE Building by New Leaf. This continues to move forward appropriately. It was proposed that liaisons be appointed from the congregation and New Leaf, with Rev. Denise potentially being the representative from the congregation, as she was already in contact with the school.
Share the Plate Conversation: As part of her monthly report to the Board, Rev. Denise briefed the board on the pastoral care issues related to conversations about the November Share the Plate partner.
Parking Lot Concerns: We discussed the few incident reports regarding the parking lot. These discussions were focused on addressing the challenges posed by the parking lot's location and its potential attractiveness as a secluded spot. Solutions such as improved lighting and security measures were discussed, but the consensus was that we are doing all that is appropriate at the moment. Non-police intervention will continue to be used, with police intervention used as appropriate.
Read MoreOn Friday, November 17, “elves” Jane S. and Jane W. kindly delivered 17 large bags of coats to The Nashville Rescue Mission. Thank you to everyone who made a contribution to this much-appreciated Congregational event!
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