Committees

Committees Keep UUVC Vibrant  - Get Involved!

The day-to-day functioning of our church is left to committees. Except for our minister and choir director, who serve the church under contract, we have no regularly compensated support personnel. It is through the generosity of our congregants, with their time and talents, that we have the wonderful community of UUVC. Please feel free to contact a chair if you are interested in volunteering in that area.

Click here to find a church organization chart, which includes a list of current Committees.

If you need to contact a Committee Chair via email, click here and put “ATTN: Chair, <Committee Name>” in the subject line.

Standing Committees

Standing Committees include both Members and Friends of UUVC.  Some committees hold regular meetings, and some communicate through other means

  • Building Committee

    • Oversees the operation and maintenance of the Church facilities, technology and grounds in an environmentally and economically sound manner, enlisting volunteers where possible. It  keeps the facilities attractive and inviting and manages their use by groups within and outside the Church. 

  • Communications Committee

    • Handles the internal and external communications of the Church via the Church website, monthly UUVC newsletter and email notices, and articles for publication in the local newspaper

  • Events Committee

    • Plans and conducts Church-wide social functions, arranges hospitality on Sundays, oversees the kitchen, and coordinates Interest Groups.

  • Finance Committee

    • Collects, counts and deposits pledge payments and other contributions received and advises and assists the Treasurer.

  • Long Range Planning Committee

    • Guides the congregation through the process every five years, of developing goals which reflects the philosophy and aspirations of the congregation, and annually evaluates progress toward those goals.

  • Membership Committee

    • Creates a warm, friendly and caring environment at UUVC for members, friends, and visitors, promotes active participation in the Church and facilitates the process of joining  for those interested in becoming members of the Congregation.

  • Office Administration Committee

    • Staffs the office during office hours, and assists the minister, officers and  committees in their duties

  • Program Committee

    • Arranges for speakers for Insight Services and oversees educational programs, the church library, and covenant groups. 

  • Social Justice Committee

    • Encourages volunteers for community organizations, selects and publicizes Share the Plate recipients and serves as the liaison with the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee.

  • Worship Committee

    • Works with the minister, the choir, and others to organize and present Worship Services.

Special Committees

There are several special committees which report to the board at least annually. These are committees whose duties are more intermittent or whose unique functions merit special attention.  

  • Awards

  • C4K Committee

  • Denominational Affairs

  • Dispute Mediation Committee

  • Green Team

  • Memorial Committee

  • Ministerial Committee

  • Nominating Committee

  • Pastoral Care Ministry

  • Safety and Security Committee