As a service to members and visitors, acquires and sells books of interest to UUs, including publications of the Unitarian Universalist Association.
Our bi-annual used book sales are anticipated by the local community and provide a portion of the church's operating funds. Books, videos, CD's and puzzle contributions are encouraged and can be dropped off year-round in the white wagon-kiosk in the parking lot. Help is needed for pricing, sorting, setting up, and cleaning up throughout the year.
Individuals who provide short-term support to members of our congregation in times of need - calls, visits, transportation, meals and more as requested. Each week an Associate is on call. The church has the call list.
This activity is for MVUC members and friends who are interested in gathering for dinner in homes to get to know each other a little better. Future dates are announced in church publications. Everyone is welcome to participate.
Meets from 10 to 3 every Thursday in Hollin Hall. Participants prepare items for the annual Holiday Shop, converse, have lunch together, celebrate birthdays, and do a myriad of other tasks in support of many church activities. New participants are welcome.
Participants gather on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 11:45 for a brown-bag lunch followed a speaker at 12:45. Speakers are often church members or people from the neighborhood who talk about their personal experiences, hobbies, or other interesting topics. The emphasis is on "lifetime learning" and sociability. This program is now in its 12th year. New participants are welcome.
Held each November (traditionally the Saturday before Thanksgiving), this yearly extravaganza raises money for the Susan B. Anthony fund, which supports special needs of the church. Numerous church members and friends prepare for the occasion year-round, and even more pitch in to help with a variety of tasks on the day itself.
Celebrating 30 years at MVUC, this group meets every Thursday night from 8 to 10 to enjoy dancing from some 20 countries. Dance instruction is provided by experienced leaders. Singles and couples are welcome.
Plans for and provides a welcoming atmosphere to visitors of MVUC, encouraging them to consider membership, and helping new members establish their roots at MVUC. The committee arranges for greeters for Sunday services.
These individuals provide a vital service, supplementing the work of the paid office staff by answering phones and performing other duties such as copying, folding, and stapling. Each receptionist works an assigned half-day during the week.
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