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Holston Valley Unitarian Universalist Church

About
Minister & Staff
Vision & Principles
Values
Unitarian Universalism
Sunday Schedule
LGBTQ+ Welcoming Congregation
Nature Trail
Location
Contact
Rentals
News & Events
News
Events
Church Calendar
Newsletter
Zoom Meeting Information and Form
News and Events Submissions
Church Life
Church Life Overview
Religious Education Classes
Learning Together
Making Music
Membership
Fellowship
Worship
Getting Involved
Getting Involved Overview
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Affinity Groups
Covenant Groups
Social Justice
Special Events
Stewardship
Stewardship Overview
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Memorial Wall
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Service Auction
Reopening
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Church Picnic, Nursery Worker Substitutes, & Solidarity Summit
August 16, 2026
Jessica Bowman
Church Picnic, Nursery Worker Substitutes, & Solidarity Summit
Jessica Bowman
August 16, 2026

Church Picnic, Nursery Worker Substitutes, & Solidarity Summit

Jessica Bowman
August 16, 2026

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Church Picnic, Nursery Worker Substitutes, & Solidarity Summit
August 16, 2026
Church Picnic, Nursery Worker Substitutes, & Solidarity Summit
August 16, 2026

Upcoming News and Events

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August 16, 2026
Fifth Sunday August 30th
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.

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August 15, 2026
Unshaken
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.

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August 14, 2026
HVUUC Annual Church Picnic
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.

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August 13, 2026
The Bridge Weekly - August 16, 2026 RE News
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

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August 12, 2026
Paid Nursery Caregiver Substitute Opportunity
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

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August 10, 2026
Women's Night, Flamy Grant Concert, & Solidarity Summit
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
RE Volunteers Make it Happen
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.

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August 8, 2026
The Merchant's Last Coin
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?

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August 7, 2026
Religious Exploration: A Little More Space to Breathe
August 6, 2026
Religious Exploration: A Little More Space to Breathe
August 6, 2026

A Little Space to Breathe Before Our RE Year Begins!

Our fall Religious Exploration schedule has shifted! Summer All-Ages RE will continue August 9, 16 & 23, followed by a celebratory All-Ages RE Kickoff on August 30. After our Labor Day weekend pause, regular K–12 and Adult RE classes will officially begin September 13!


Religious Exploration: A Little More Space to Breathe

After hearing from our RE community, we're excited to share our updated schedule for the beginning of our new Religious Exploration year!

August is a season of transition—summer winds down, school begins, schedules shift, and families and volunteers start finding their new grooves. Your responses made it clear that a little extra space to breathe before jumping into our regular classes is very welcome!

Here's our new schedule:

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August 6, 2026
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