Westside
Unitarian
Universalist
Church
Love Unites - Caring Connects - Community Thrives
Welcome to Westside Unitarian Universalist Church. Where open minds and open hearts meet. A church where you can question, explore, and belong. A community for all seekers of truth and meaning. A place to grow spiritually and make a difference in the world. We hope that you will visit us soon.
Where
love unites,
caring connects,
and community
thrives.
Sundays at Westside
Spiritual Practices Sundays 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Our early Sunday morning service
featuring meditation and breathing practices, singing and drumming, and simple yoga movements.
Our Sunday morning service begins at 11 a.m.
This Sunday's topic:
Authentic Selves
presented by
Rev. Carol Bodeau
Each year, the UUA identifies a book that strongly expresses our shared UU values and marks it as a ‘common read.’ This year, that book is Authentic Selves: Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary People and Their Families, by Peggy Gillepsie. As a Welcoming Congregation, we at Westside are committed to support the LGBTQIA+ community. This week, we learn more about the lives of trans and non-binary people, and how we can support their needs in our on-going work to make the world a place where all persons are loved and supported in their authenticity.
Antiracism group meets at 12:30pm.
Earth Church meets at 2:00pm.
We live stream our
11 a.m. service
on YouTube!
A Month of Sundays!
See our Sunday service
calendar
Children's & Youth Religious Exploration
at Westside
We offer child care for children of all ages, and structured Religious Exploration programming once per month.
Spiritual Discussions
12:30p
1st Sunday of Each Month
Learn about how other traditions address the 'big questions,' and share your own journey with faith and whatever is sacred to you.
Earth Church East Tennessee
4th Sunday of Each Month
2 p.m. Outdoors
Our earth-based spiritual gathering
meets once monthly on Sundays.
Next meeting:
January 26th
Welcome, Visitors!
Get to Know Westside
and Unitarian Universalism.
See a special welcome message from our Minister, Rev. Carol Bodeau.
What is Unitarian Universalism, Anyway?
Unitarian Universalists are Christian, Buddhist, Hindu, Humanist, Jewish, Muslim, Pagan, atheist and agnostic, believers in God, and so much more.
Westside's Sunday Services are at 11 a.m. and are led by Rev. Carol Bodeau, Westside members, and guest speakers. Topics reach beyond religious texts to include a rich variety of life’s concerns, addressed with intelligence, inspiration, and wit. After the service, please join us for coffee and conversation.
You are welcome at Westside! Meet our Minister, Rev. Carol Bodeau, here.
Our Weekly Newsletter
Find out what's happening at Westside
Our weekly newsletter is packed with service information, news and events, Religious Exploration offerings, volunteer opportunities, blogs, and more. Add your email to the box to subscribe. Emails come from Westside Unitarian Universalist Church using the address "weeklyedition." Check your Spam folder and be sure to whitelist our address.
Our Current Covid-19 Advisement:
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Masks are not required, but you are welcome to wear one.
Regular Programs & Events
Special Community Events
While we only rent to groups or entities that align with our values, Community Events are neither sponsored by nor affiliated with Westside UU Church. The contents, discussions and activities in these events are not necessarily endorsed by Westside UU Church.
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Monthly Meetings
First Wednesdays of the month
6:30-8p
Whole Notes Harmony
Sound bath/ Sound Immersion
Monthly
First Thursdays of the month
7-≈8:30p
No January
Whole Notes
Harmony
Session.
See you in
February!
Earth Church at
Westside
Meets all year long, outdoors.
Reconnect with
Nature, with others,
and with yourself.
Westside is part of the Wild Church network.
Earth Church at Westside
Next meeting:
January 26th, 2p
Join Rev. Carol Bodeau for an earth-centered gathering each month, on the third Sunday of the month. We will sit in a sacred circle, share experiences of inspiration in nature, create ritual together, and set intentions for the coming month. Then we’ll have time for food and fellowship.
Meetings outdoors (weather permitting)
at Westside at 2pm
on the fourth Sunday of each month.
Meet Westside's Team
Click the photos to learn more about just a few of the people who help make Westside such a special place!
Programs &
Membership Coordinator
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Senior
Minister
President,
Board of Trustees
Children's & Youth Religious Exploration
at Westside
We offer child care for children of all ages and Children & Youth Religious Exploration each month.
Children and youth of all ages are always welcome to remain in the Sanctuary during the service and can take advantage of our children's area at the side of our Sanctuary which features story books, coloring activities, and a few quiet toys.
