Upcoming News and Events
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The Neurodiverse Universe
Join us for church on March 29, 2026.
9:30am Religious Education
11:00am Service
12:00pm Coffee Hour
12:30pm Reclaim the Vote Postcard Writing Event
“The Neurodiverse Universe”
In the beauty and complexity of this world, no two brains are alike. The Neurodiversity alliance estimates that 15 to 20% of the population is neurodiverse whether they have ADHD, are Autistic, are Dyslexic, or some other unique way of looking at the world. This Sunday Rev. Tiffany explores the Neurodiverse Universe that we live in, and takes a look at how our community is stronger and better because of the neurodiversity within our congregation.
Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed for April and May
Please check the calendar beside the coffee urn in the fellowship hall. There are several Sundays where coffee hour volunteers are needed. If you would like to "learn the ropes" of volunteering, please email coffeehour@hvuuc.org. Your friends will be ever so grateful!
Religious Education Weekly Update
Bocce Ball Court Clean Up - Volunteers Needed
Donations for HVUUC radio spots on W.E.T.S.
Zoom Security Listening Circle, Voter Postcard Writing Event, and Memorial Food Donations
We Are The Builders
We all want to make a difference in this world, but sometimes our narrow vision of what "counts" as activism or social change can limit and paralyze us. This Sunday Rev. Tiffany explores the many ways we can make a difference, with the help of a book that all the Unitarian Universalists are reading this year: Social Change Now by Deepa Ayer…
Finger Foods for Memorial Reception
The Memorial Reception Committee is in need of food donations for the reception for Ray Hatch on Sunday March 29.
Finger foods and sandwiches are ideal! If you need something warmed in the oven we can do that as well. All donations can be dropped off in the church kitchen on March 29th.
Email memorialreception@hvuuc.org with any questions.
Weekly RE News
HVUUC Men's Group: Now Less MACHO
Say hello to the renamed HVUUC Men’s Group, say goodbye to MACHO (Men Achieving Community Helping Others). In order to be more inclusive and focus on the social aspects of the group we are dropping the clever-but-confusing-not-to-mention-possibly-misleading moniker “MACHO” in favor of the more apt and gender-symmetrical “Men’s Group"…
Security Listening Circles, Pledge Drive, & Tree Day
5th Sunday Offering - Family Promise of Kingsport
Peace and Power
The Buddhist tradition has a lot to say about the connections between Peace and Power, and the connections between our inner state of being and how we impact the world. This Sunday Rev. Tiffany gets a little help from bestselling author and Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh to explore these big questions…
Security Listening Circles
Safety and Security has emerged as a big topic that our congregation has a lot of interest in at the moment. To best understand where the congregation is at with these matters, a team of board members, facilities volunteers and your minister are hosting Listening Circles to gather everyone's thoughts as we discern a way to move forward for our congregation's safety and security…
Pledge drive ends Sunday March 22nd
Our Annual Pledge Drive Ends Sunday March 22nd. It is important that Friends and especially Members pledge. These times are unsure, but please be sure that this church can stay open this next year! more than half of the congregation has pledged so far. It's important that you pledge not the amount!
Email pledge@hvuuc.org with any questions.
Religious Education Update
Sacred Snacks & Joyful Nommms
Help us restock the RE kitchen with snacks and drinks that spark joy! Share your favorites (healthy, sweet, salty, fizzy — no judgment here!) and help us create a welcoming, delicious space for all ages.
We’re refreshing our RE snack cabinets and fridge — and we’d love your input!
Around here, we believe in joyful experiences, self-love, and snack discernment. That means we honor the kale chips and the cookies. The sparkling water and the soda. The wholesome and the mischievous.
Tell us:
* What snacks make you happiest
* What drinks you actually reach for
* Whether brand names matter to you
Your input helps us balance stewardship and celebration — creating a space that feels welcoming, thoughtful, and well-stocked for everyone.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLRC_tGwqus-WQlhrNsc0uINae5Ctparjlo2if_1eCWZQc8Q/viewform?usp=header
Thank you for helping us nourish both body and community
Two Spots Left to Complete Our March K–5 Team!
Our K–5 Religious Education team is almost fully scheduled for March — and we’re just two volunteers away from completing the month!
We’re currently seeking:
A co-facilitator with Kita on March 8
A co-facilitator with Greg on March 22
Facilitators are never alone — lessons are prepared, you're paired with another volunteer, and support is always nearby. What matters most is your presence and willingness to help create a warm, engaging space for our young learners.
If one of these dates aligns for you, please reach out to Jess Ox at dre@hvuuc.org. Shared ministry thrives when many hands and hearts contribute. We are so grateful for you!