January 19, 2022

 Anyone who genuinely and consistently with both hands looks for something, will find it.--Rumi

Dear ones,

For what do you look genuinely and consistently? Or, for what do you intend to look? At the beginning of this church year, your Board decided to make connection our shared mission this year. And many of you have been genuinely and consistently doing the work of creating and strengthening our connections: phone calls to check in with each other, meeting with covenant groups, joining worship online or in the sanctuary, spending time with our young folks in Children's Religious Education, working together in the garden or on our new covered pavilion, planning service projects, and so much more. 

In this month of “living with intention” (our Soul Matters theme for January), I wonder what you intend to look for. If, perhaps, you are looking for more connection with the congregation or the wider community, you might want to consider the following:

  • Join the Worship Team meeting tomorrow evening (Thursday, 1/20, 6 p.m.) on Zoom. We hope to spend some time brainstorming creative ideas for worship. If you have ideas, or if you’re just interested in being more involved, we’d love to see you! 

  • Watch for announcements from our Social Justice team–NOAH (Nashville Organized for Action and Hope) is a particularly good way to enter into the wider community of justice-builders in Nashville. 

  • Consider joining the Unitarian Universalist Association’s Common Read of Defund Fear. I intend to read this book, regardless, but it would be great to join others in discussing it. (Indicate your interest in reading together here.)

  • As the pandemic continues, I am keenly aware that I have not met many of you. If you’re interested in setting up a chat (about anything), please email me, and we’ll find a good time.

  • Peruse all the announcements in this email. Whether you are a long-time member or the newest of visitors, you are invited to participate in any programming, meeting, or opportunity that looks intriguing to you. 

Whatever you are looking for this winter, I hope you’re looking with both hands and your whole heart, and I hope you will share your search with us!

Yours in connection and intention,

Rev. Denise


Rev. Denise Gyauch
Minister, Greater Nashville UU Congregation
RevDenise@gnuuc.org

MinisterKris Thresher