UUCHV does not require formal membership at any point. You are welcome here, as is your full participation in congregational life!

However, if there comes a point when you think of UUCHV as your spiritual home, we encourage you to make a commitment to the faith and to this community by joining. Joining is simple: Attend services for several months. Participate in the New Friends introductory activities, most often held on Sundays after Services. Sign the Membership Book at the annual New Member Sunday ceremony. Make a private financial commitment of an amount that is right for you. And share your unique gifts through your participation in congregational life

Becoming a member of a congregation is a big step!
 
Being a member means participating in the life of the congregation by attending worship, contributing time and energy to committees and other volunteer efforts, signing the membership book, and making a yearly monetary contribution to support the congregation and its work. Being a member means that you get to participate in the democratic process to which we as UUs are committed. You will  be able to vote on all the various issues the congregation votes on-- from the yearly budget to calling a minister. We hope that if/when you make the commitment to be a member, it's a commitment you intend to keep for many years because you have determined that our congregation is the right fit for you as you walk your spiritual journey. We expect that this decision will not be taken lightly, and we commit to partnering with you on your discernment.

We encourage anyone interested in more information about the congregation to contact the chair of our Membership Committee. You'll have the opportunity to explore where your interests lie. You are welcome to attend committee meetings at any point, and we strongly urge you to attend Sunday worship as often as possible as you consider membership in our congregation. Sundays are where you will learn about Unitarian Universalism, have a chance to deepen your own spirituality, and come to develop deep and meaningful relationships in community with others. As you continue to get to know the congregation, always feel free to be in touch with our leaders to help you discern.

If you determine that indeed you wish to join our congregation, there are some steps that we ask you to take.

First, attend a "UU 101" session for New Friends hosted by our membership committee. These occur periodocally each year and can be found on our calendar as well as advertised in our weekly e-newsletter.  These welcome classes are an introduction to Unitarian Universalism and the UUCHV community led by the minister and often attended by congregants who can help answer your questions and share their experiences.

Then, meet one-on-one with the minister.  This is another opportunity to ask any questions you may have about Unitarian Universalism, UUCHV, or the benefits and commitments of membership.

At some point, make a pledge indicating what your yearly monetary contribution will be.

Finally, sign the Membership book on New Member Sunday or in private with the minister if you prefer.

Once you have become a member, our hope is that you will explore or continue to explore the many areas of volunteer work at the congregation. There are many committees and other opportunities to offer non-financial support to the community we are fostering together. Click here for more information on that.


INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE?

Please feel free to send us your questions and let us know more about you as well as what UUCHV activities or committees you might be interest in getting involved in!

Contact Rev. Daniel with any questions.

 

Inspired by love, our mission is to seek our true nature, connect deeply and openly, and act for justice.

SEEK.  CONNECT.  ACT.  LOVE.

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