August 18, 2026

Church Picnic Ukulele Sing Along

August 18, 2026

The NUTs group will be hosting a sing-along at the church picnic on Saturday, August 22nd between 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 in the sanctuary. Everyone is encouraged to bring their ukulele and their voice and sing along.

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August 18, 2026

Church Picnic Ukulele Sing Along

August 18, 2026

August 16, 2026

Church Picnic, Nursery Worker Substitutes, & Solidarity Summit

August 16, 2026

Upcoming News and Events

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August 16, 2026

August 15, 2026

Fifth Sunday August 30th

August 15, 2026

Kitchen of Hope in Kingsport is this month’s Fifth Sunday offering recipient. The Kitchen of Hope, where teams from various local organizations prepare and serve meals to anyone who needs them, has been operating since 1998. Everyone is welcome. On average, the kitchen serves 153 meals per day.

If you would like to learn more about the Kitchen of Hope, a video is available here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJMiT_zn8QU

If you would like to contribute, please place your gift in the envelope included in the bulletin on Sunday morning August 30th. If you cannot attend that Sunday but would like to participate, you can give electronically through our website at https://hvuuc.org/donate. Designate in the instructions that your contribution is for the “Fifth Sunday” collection. This option will be available August 23rd through September 6th.

August 15, 2026

August 14, 2026

Unshaken

August 14, 2026

Join us for church on August 16, 2026.

9:30 am Religious Education
11:00am Service
12:00pm Potluck
1:00pm Flamy Grant Concert!

“Unshaken”

Where do we find the courage to be ourselves? How can we stand unshaken in the midst of circumstances that rattle us? Join us for a service full of art and music that can help us connect to the courageous human spirit that dwells within each of us.

August 14, 2026

August 13, 2026

HVUUC Annual Church Picnic

August 13, 2026

Join us next Saturday, August 22, beginning at 400 to celebrate the end of summer with an afternoon filled with great food, laughter, games, and fellowship!

Hamburgers (beef, vegan, and vegetarian options) & hot dogs

Fruit Dessert Bake-Off Competition

Cornhole

Backgammon/Checkers

Bocce Ball

Jump house and bubble area for the children

Dunk Tank (weather permitting) – Ever wanted to soak your minister or a few brave church volunteers? Here’s your chance!

Door Prize Drawings

Email fellowship@hvuuc.org with any questions.

August 13, 2026

August 12, 2026

The Bridge Weekly - August 16, 2026 RE News

August 12, 2026

Religious Exploration: A Little More Space to Breathe

Registrations Are Open!

Volunteers Make the Magic Happen!

Wonder Worship Continues!

Youth Group Gathering

Youth Group Trip to Wilderness at the Smokies

Religious Exploration Book Sale Update

August 12, 2026

August 10, 2026

Paid Nursery Caregiver Substitute Opportunity

August 10, 2026

We're seeking an On-Call Nursery Caregiver Substitute to support our nursery throughout the year.

This flexible paid position is perfect for someone who enjoys working with young children and would like to serve our congregation on an occasional basis.

Position Highlights:
• Paid hourly
• Flexible on-call schedule
• Historically 6–8 substitute hours annually (may vary)

Responsibilities include creating a safe, welcoming, engaging environment where every child and family feels they belong.

A background check will be completed at no cost for the selected applicant.

Apply Here:
https://form.jotform.com/262084690861059

August 10, 2026

August 9, 2026

Women's Night, Flamy Grant Concert, & Solidarity Summit

August 9, 2026

Upcoming News and Events

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August 9, 2026

August 8, 2026

RE Volunteers Make it Happen

August 8, 2026

Volunteers Make the Magic Happen

As our Religious Exploration programming continues to grow, so does our need for wonderful volunteers!

Whether you'd enjoy:
Leading a class
Assisting a facilitator
Helping little hands explore the garden
Supporting Wonder Worship
Or serving quietly behind the scenes...

...there is a place for your unique gifts.

Each Sunday we're currently seeking:
2 adults for K–2
2 adults for Grades 3–5
2 adults for Grades 6–12
1 Adult Discussion Group Guide
1–2 Wonder Worship volunteers (serving 2–3 Sundays each month)

Not a classroom person? Wonderful! We have plenty of behind-the-scenes opportunities as well.

If you'd like to explore where your interests and gifts best align, we'd love to hear from you!

Volunteer Interest Form:

https://form.jotform.com/262058660418055

Background checks are required for those serving with children and youth and are provided by the church at no cost to you.

August 8, 2026

August 7, 2026

The Merchant's Last Coin

August 7, 2026

Join us for church on August 9, 2026.

9:30 am Religious Education
11:00am Service
12:00pm Coffee Hour
12:30pm Metaphysical Group Presentation

“The Merchant's Last Coin”

The Merchant's Last Coin is a story of a person who gives up everything for the sake of greed. How much can we lose when we lose sight of who we are? And if greed can transform us, can generosity do the same?

August 7, 2026