Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church

Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church TVUUC's Mission is to create a welcoming community that nurtures spiritual growth and challenges us to transform the world through acts of love and justice.

We strive to be a liberal religious community where people of all faiths can find common ground and feel empowered to work for the common good. In our church we believe that diversity is a strength not a weakness. Listening to different points of view can lead to opportunities for intellectual and spiritual growth. Our members hold a variety of theological and philosophical perspectives, and yet w

e covenant together to build a community where each person is valued and respected. We believe that each person has something to share that can enrich our common life. Our congregation has a deep commitment to religious freedom and the authority of the individual conscience. We believe in building a society that respects human rights both at home and abroad. We are committed to working in interfaith partnerships to feed the hungry, protect the environment, empower social justice efforts, and celebrate religious freedom. We appreciate your taking the time to learn more about our church by visiting our website at tvuuc.org. There you can begin to get some sense of the creativity and the variety of our programming and activities. We hope you will drop by and visit our church in the near future. We welcome you and your ideas and your vision. - Rev. Chris Buice

06/02/2026

Pride is a celebration of love, identity, and the courage to live authentically. It’s also a reminder that the systems that harm LGBTQIA+ people are often the same ones harming the Earth. This month, we’re recommitting to a future where everyone—and every being—can thrive. Happy Pride from UU Ministry for Earth. 💚🏳️‍🌈

05/31/2026

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05/31/2026

This Sunday we will explore what it means to be a Unitarian Universalist by singing both classic and contemporary hymns. Saint Augustine said that when we sing we pray twice. Together we can sing ourselves into an experience of the ineffable.

(You can watch our worship service streamed at 11 am on our page https://tinyurl.com/yfx9pnx6, or our website https://tvuuc.org/ and also on our YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/ycksxc98.)

This Sunday, we invite you to join us in exploring the essence of Unitarian Universalism through both classic and contem...
05/30/2026

This Sunday, we invite you to join us in exploring the essence of Unitarian Universalism through both classic and contemporary hymns. As we gather to sing, we will not only reflect on the words but also connect with our shared values and community spirit. Following the service, we will hold our Annual Congregational Meeting to discuss important updates, the 2026-2027 budget, and more. Our Generosity Offering will support our Operating Budget, allowing us to continue our mission and nurture our community.

05/24/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, the church will be closed on Monday, May 25.
We wish you a safe and meaningful holiday as we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service.

This Sunday, we invite our community to reflect on the profound impact of history and faith in shaping a more compassion...
05/23/2026

This Sunday, we invite our community to reflect on the profound impact of history and faith in shaping a more compassionate society. By reclaiming religion as a tool for empathy, we can foster care for one another and address pressing social issues. Our Designated Offering supports Justice Knox, a vital interfaith coalition working to confront systemic injustices and promote equitable solutions in Knoxville.

We stand in solidarity with our Muslim neighbors and affirm these words by the minister of First Unitarian Universalist ...
05/19/2026

We stand in solidarity with our Muslim neighbors and affirm these words by the minister of First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego.

flowers are popping at the welcome garden of the Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church 🌺🌷🌹💐
05/19/2026

flowers are popping at the welcome garden of the Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church 🌺🌷🌹💐

05/18/2026

Sixty years ago this week, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his historic Ware Lecture to Unitarian Universalists: “Don’t Sleep Through the Revolution.”

Delivered just one year after the murders of Rev. James Reeb and Viola Liuzzo, Dr. King’s words called people of faith to stay awake to injustice, resist racism and oppression, and build a world grounded in dignity and interdependence.

Six decades later, his message still speaks powerfully to this moment.

As Dr. King reminded us:
“There is nothing more tragic than to sleep through a revolution.”

This year, the Ware Lecture tradition continues with Mariann Edgar Budde, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, whose courageous public witness has inspired many across faith communities.

May we continue the work of meeting this moment with courage, compassion, and collective care.

Read more about Dr. King’s 1966 Ware Lecture at the link in the comments below.

05/17/2026

We continue to witness the oppression of transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive people. This Sunday, join Rev. Lóre Stevens, Minister of Oak Ridge UU Church as we honor the choice of how to express oneself and the risk to be known. Lóre is swapping pulpits with Chris Buice, who will be preaching in Oak Ridge.

You can watch our worship service streamed at 11 am on our page https://tinyurl.com/yfx9pnx6, or our website https://tvuuc.org/ and also on our YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/ycksxc98.)

Address

2931 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN
37919

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Sunday 9:30am - 1pm

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(865) 523-4176

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