About Our Church

What is UUCC?

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Chattanooga is an inclusive liberal religious community dedicated to the Unitarian Universalist principles. We provide an environment which celebrates life, stimulates creativity and the exchange of diverse ideas, and fosters spiritual and intellectual exploration. We support responsible actions to reduce oppression, preserve the environment, and promote compassionate justice in our larger community. Click here to learn more about our history.

Our Mission at UUCC is to C.A.R.E

Create beloved community.

Awaken hearts and minds.

Resist injustice and act with compassion.

Embrace life and care for the earth

Our Covenant

During the Annual Meeting on June 12, 2016, UUCC voted to accept this Communal Promise as the way we will be together, in community, treating each other with respect:

We journey together bound
in the interdependent web of existence.
We embrace diversity, own our conflicts,
and assume good intentions.
When we fail, we begin again in love.
Justice and compassion shall be our watchwords
and beloved community, our goal.

  • "After my first visit back in 1981, with my two young sons, I immediately knew that UUCC would be my church home. This loving community supported me and allowed me the freedom to grow spiritually and intellectually. I am so grateful for the opportunities to serve within this dedicated community and for the wonderful friendships I have made along the way."

    —Monique Lewis

  • "When our 7-year-old daughter came home from school 36 years ago asking 'What is religion?,' we decided to take the plunge. Having been invited to UUCC by a work colleague, we gave it a try and are still here. What kept us coming back? Deep relationships, spiritual growth, and a sense of accomplishment from acts of service to the congregation over the years. Has it been perfect? Of course not. But where else could we have found the freedom to explore our own paths while walking with others in pursuing justice and the democratic process?"

    —George & Linda Helton

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are you located?

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We are located on the top of a hill, in East Ridge (Chattanooga) at 3224 Navajo Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37411.

There are special parking places for first-time visitors as well as disability parking spaces in the parking lot at the top of the hill, on the same level as the church. There are also regular parking spaces in that lot. Additional parking is available part way up the hill from the entrance.

What happens at a Sunday service?

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Elements of our typical Unitarian Universalist Sunday morning service include:

  • Gathering music

  • Opening words of welcome

  • Greeting one another

  • Chalice lighting

  • Opening song

  • Story for all ages

  • Children’s recessional

  • Meditation and candle lighting

  • Sermon or Presentation

  • Offertory

  • Closing song

  • Extinguishing the Chalice

  • Closing Words

  • Closing Music

What do children and teens do during service?

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Children and teens generally remain in the sanctuary for the beginning of the service. They may leave for religious education classes together after the Story for All Ages, at approximately 11:15. The children and teens are grouped according to grade level, and they meet with teachers. Classes span a range of interests and activities; they might include arts and crafts, engaging activities and play, social justice projects, and lessons about UUism, history, living our UU values, and other world religions.

Childcare is available most Sundays.

Do you have aids for hearing and sight Impaired?

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We do have aids for the hearing impaired. They are available from the “sound booth” located in the sanctuary. One of our greeters will be happy to help you locate the sound booth and secure the aid.

Is the church wheelchair accessible?

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Yes. The sanctuary is on the main level of the building, with a ramp up to the front door.

Our Religious Education wing (downstairs) is accessible by electric chair lift. Please find a staff member to assist.

How can I become a member?

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Start off by attending several Sunday services to get to know us better. After you have visited us a couple of times, attend one of our UU101 Membership information sessions. These take place directly after service on the 3rd Sunday of each month. If you then decide that becoming a member is the right thing to do, contact our Minister at minister@uucc.org or our Office Administrator at office@uucc.org.