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Holston Valley Unitarian Universalist Church

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Unitarian Universalism
Sunday Schedule
LGBTQ+ Welcoming Congregation
Nature Trail
Location
Contact
Rentals
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News
Events
Church Calendar
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Church Life
Church Life Overview
Religious Education Classes
Learning Together
Making Music
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Getting Involved Overview
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Stewardship Overview
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November 8, 2026
Jessica Bowman
Trans Day of Remembrance, HVUUC Thanksgiving, ...

Upcoming News and Events

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Trans Day of Remembrance, HVUUC Thanksgiving, & The Giving Tree
November 7, 2026
Jessica Bowman
Festivals of Light - Volunteers Needed

As winter approaches, so does Festivals of Lights on Dec 13! This is an annual, intergenerational service that recognizes different holidays around light that are celebrated by people in our congregation and people who have come before us. We are looking for speakers, candlelighters, and singers. This is a wonderful chance to get involved and there are opportunities for all ages and interests.

Email Sarah or Cathrine at festivals@hvuuc.org to volunteer!

We will also be decorating the sanctuary on Dec 12 from 9a-12pm and welcome all help. If you have any fresh evergreen trimmings, please bring them!

Festivals of Light - Volunteers Needed
November 6, 2026
Jessica Bowman
Stories of Healing and Forgiveness

Join us for church on Nov 8, 2026.

  • 9:30am RE

  • 11:00am Service

  • 12:00pm Potluck

  • 1:00pm Metaphysics Group

“Stories of Healing and Forgiveness”

What do the characters of the Medusa myth and the characters of the Moana Disney movie have in common? They can teach us a lot about the paths to healing, both when they work and when they don't work. Come explore these complexities with Rev. Tiffany.

(content warning for trauma stories and a brief mention of sexual assault)

Stories of Healing and Forgiveness
November 5, 2026
Jessica Bowman
Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed

A HUGE thank-you to the groups that have stepped up to help host Coffee Hour! The Men's Group, Social Justice Committee, and BUUK Club have all answered the call, and we truly appreciate their support! And of course, all of the other individuals that routinely step up to help.  

However, we still need volunteers to fill in the gaps. Never hosted Coffee Hour before? No worries! An experienced volunteer will show you the ropes and make sure you know everything you need to know. Not able to bring food? That's okay, too! We can provide the refreshments.

Hosting Coffee Hour is an easy way to help out, connect with fellow members, and make everyone feel welcome. All you need to bring is a little time and a willingness to help!  For more information, please contact coffeehour@hvuuc.org or speak to Debbie after church.

Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed
November 4, 2026
Jessica Bowman
🌉 RE Bridge Weekly | Beauty in the In-Between ...

💜 A Note from the DRE

💜✨ Child-care volunteers needed for Auction! ✨💜

🤝 Religious Exploration Collaborative (REC) in person again!

✨ Wonder Worship Returns!

🌟 Youth Group Gathering!

🎂 November Birthdays!

🌟 Gratitudes Across the Bridge

🌉 RE Bridge Weekly | Beauty in the In-Between 🍂 | Calling All Helping Hands
Ann Livengood
December 5, 2020

Virtual Church: The Emperor's Tea

Ann Livengood
December 5, 2020
Virtual Church: The Emperor's Tea

Join us for virtual church on Sunday, December 6th. The pre-recorded service will be available on YouTube at 11:00 a.m at this link: https://youtu.be/xwIDqRUKyxI

Karyn Cross
November 30, 2020

nUUsletter December 2020

Karyn Cross
November 30, 2020
nUUsletter December 2020

Click here to read the December 2020 nUUsletter!

Ann Livengood
November 28, 2020

Virtual Church: Thanksgiving: When and How?

Ann Livengood
November 28, 2020
Virtual Church: Thanksgiving: When and How?

Join us for virtual church on Sunday, November 29th. The pre-recorded service will be available on YouTube at 11:00 a.m at this link: https://youtu.be/Oq0pLJfvLAo

Karyn Cross
November 28, 2020

December nUUsletter Deadline

Karyn Cross
November 28, 2020
December nUUsletter Deadline

Please send any submissions for the December newsletter to newsletter@hvuuc.org by Monday, November 30.

Cind Huss
November 24, 2020

Search Committee Survey Results

Cind Huss
November 24, 2020
Search Committee Survey Results

At last, we have the results of the Search Survey crunched, categorized, and ready for your perusal. Thank you to everyone who took time to offer important feedback and information to the Search Committee.

Karyn Cross
November 22, 2020

Online Green Arts Festival

Karyn Cross
November 22, 2020
Online Green Arts Festival

Shopping starts Thursday, December 10 at 9AM - Shopping ends Saturday, December 12 at 6PM

Never fear--you can still do your holiday shopping from the safety of your home--while supporting local artisans and HVUUC’s Social Justice/Green initiatives (10% of all sales goes to the church).

Ann Livengood
November 21, 2020

Virtual Church: You Can't Go Home Again

Ann Livengood
November 21, 2020
Virtual Church: You Can't Go Home Again

Join us for virtual church on Sunday, November 22nd. The pre-recorded service will be available on YouTube at 11:00 a.m at this link: https://youtu.be/Zm7n0ytvERQ

Karyn Cross
November 21, 2020

Did You Spend Your Auction Budget?

Karyn Cross
November 21, 2020
Did You Spend Your Auction Budget?

If you didn’t bust your auction budget, the Donation item on the auction website is sill open! We heard from people who were waiting to see how much they owed when the bidding ended and wanted to donate the rest of their budget, so that item will stay open until Monday at 6PM.

Karyn Cross
November 20, 2020

Last Day to Get Your Bids In!

Karyn Cross
November 20, 2020
Last Day to Get Your Bids In!

If you have any questions or problems, I will be standing by all day to assist. Email auction@hvuuc.org and if you’d prefer to talk, just email your phone number and I’ll call.

Karyn Cross
November 18, 2020

The Auction Begins at 9AM!

Karyn Cross
November 18, 2020
The Auction Begins at 9AM!

To bid go to the Auction Website www.auctria.com/auction/2020HVUUCauction.

Karyn Cross
November 17, 2020

November Board of Directors Meeting

Karyn Cross
November 17, 2020
November Board of Directors Meeting

You are invited to the Board of Trustees November monthly meeting via Zoom
When: November 18, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Karyn Cross
November 15, 2020

The Auction Begins Thursday at 9AM

Karyn Cross
November 15, 2020
The Auction Begins Thursday at 9AM

Thank you for your participation is this years online auction! Read on for bidding and check out information.

Ann Livengood
November 14, 2020

Virtual Church: Finding Balance

Ann Livengood
November 14, 2020
Virtual Church: Finding Balance

Join us for virtual church on Sunday, November 15th. The pre-recorded service will be available on YouTube at 11:00 a.m at this link: https://youtu.be/XOp6FC9goY8

Cind Huss
November 13, 2020

Guardians online focus group Nov. 15 12:30 p.m.

Cind Huss
November 13, 2020

The search committee is holding focus groups to understand more about how different people experience HVUUC and how the congregation would like a minister to engage with them.

If you are a guardian or bring children to participate at HVUUC, please join us on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 12:30 p.m. to share your thoughts.

Registration is required to access this Zoom meeting.

Karyn Cross
November 9, 2020

Church Auction News

Karyn Cross
November 9, 2020
Church Auction News

The church online auction is just 10 days away! Items are coming in and can be submitted and viewed on the auction website: www.auctria.com/auction/2020HVUUCauction

We’ve had some input from people with concerns about donating items, does this sound like you?

Karyn Cross
November 8, 2020

Looking for People Who Love Music!

Karyn Cross
November 8, 2020
Looking for People Who Love Music!

The music committee is looking for people to collaborate on creating and managing music for Sunday services. We're also looking for people with audio/video editing technical skills.

Ann Livengood
November 7, 2020

Virtual Church: Elevator Speech

Ann Livengood
November 7, 2020
Virtual Church: Elevator Speech

Join us for virtual church on Sunday, November 8th. The pre-recorded service will be available on YouTube at 11:00 a.m at this link: https://youtu.be/fSucTxexdqw

Ann Livengood
November 6, 2020

Virtual Coffee Hour--November 8th

Ann Livengood
November 6, 2020
Virtual Coffee Hour--November 8th

After Virtual Church ends on Sunday, November 8th, grab a cup of your favorite morning beverage and meet us at 11:30 in the Zoom fellowship hall! You can come to virtual coffee hour on a computer, tablet, smart phone, or even a landline or flip phone. Register at: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqduiprD8sHNbGR7hE1gSxDJlQRKIAjrCM

Cind Huss
November 5, 2020

Focus Group for People with Disability or Accessibility Issues

Cind Huss
November 5, 2020
Focus Group for People with Disability or Accessibility Issues

If you identify as someone with a disability or if you have mobility or accessibility issues, please join us on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 12:30 p.m. to share your thoughts.

Karyn Cross
November 4, 2020

Church Outdoor Work Day

Karyn Cross
November 4, 2020
Church Outdoor Work Day

Saturday, November 7 - Church Work Day 8AM - 3PM

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November 8, 2026
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November 8, 2026

Upcoming News and Events

Click through for a collection of upcoming news and events at HVUUC. Click the images to be directed to more information.

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November 8, 2026
Festivals of Light - Volunteers Needed
November 7, 2026
Festivals of Light - Volunteers Needed
November 7, 2026

As winter approaches, so does Festivals of Lights on Dec 13! This is an annual, intergenerational service that recognizes different holidays around light that are celebrated by people in our congregation and people who have come before us. We are looking for speakers, candlelighters, and singers. This is a wonderful chance to get involved and there are opportunities for all ages and interests.

Email Sarah or Cathrine at festivals@hvuuc.org to volunteer!

We will also be decorating the sanctuary on Dec 12 from 9a-12pm and welcome all help. If you have any fresh evergreen trimmings, please bring them!

Read more →
November 7, 2026
Stories of Healing and Forgiveness
November 6, 2026
Stories of Healing and Forgiveness
November 6, 2026

Join us for church on Nov 8, 2026.

  • 9:30am RE

  • 11:00am Service

  • 12:00pm Potluck

  • 1:00pm Metaphysics Group

“Stories of Healing and Forgiveness”

What do the characters of the Medusa myth and the characters of the Moana Disney movie have in common? They can teach us a lot about the paths to healing, both when they work and when they don't work. Come explore these complexities with Rev. Tiffany.

(content warning for trauma stories and a brief mention of sexual assault)

Read more →
November 6, 2026
Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed
November 5, 2026
Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed
November 5, 2026

A HUGE thank-you to the groups that have stepped up to help host Coffee Hour! The Men's Group, Social Justice Committee, and BUUK Club have all answered the call, and we truly appreciate their support! And of course, all of the other individuals that routinely step up to help.  

However, we still need volunteers to fill in the gaps. Never hosted Coffee Hour before? No worries! An experienced volunteer will show you the ropes and make sure you know everything you need to know. Not able to bring food? That's okay, too! We can provide the refreshments.

Hosting Coffee Hour is an easy way to help out, connect with fellow members, and make everyone feel welcome. All you need to bring is a little time and a willingness to help!  For more information, please contact coffeehour@hvuuc.org or speak to Debbie after church.

Read more →
November 5, 2026
🌉 RE Bridge Weekly | Beauty in the In-Between 🍂 | Calling All Helping Hands
November 4, 2026
🌉 RE Bridge Weekly | Beauty in the In-Between 🍂 | Calling All Helping Hands
November 4, 2026

💜 A Note from the DRE

💜✨ Child-care volunteers needed for Auction! ✨💜

🤝 Religious Exploration Collaborative (REC) in person again!

✨ Wonder Worship Returns!

🌟 Youth Group Gathering!

🎂 November Birthdays!

🌟 Gratitudes Across the Bridge

Read more →
November 4, 2026
Nursery Volunteers Needed for Service Auction this Saturday
November 3, 2026
Nursery Volunteers Needed for Service Auction this Saturday
November 3, 2026

Nursery Volunteers Needed — Saturday, November 7 | 4:30–10 PM

Our regular childcare team is unavailable for this year's Service Auction, and we're calling on our wonderful HVUUC community to help keep our littlest members cared for while the festivities unfold!

Here's where we need help:

- 4:30–6:30 PM: Volunteers to cover the beginning of the evening.
- 6:30–10 PM: A copilot to join Jess, or a few volunteers to share shorter shifts!

Even an hour or two makes a difference! With a handful of helping hands, we can share the responsibility so everyone has a chance to enjoy the celebration.

Interested in helping? Contact Jess at hvuucdre@gmail.com with your availability.

Let's make this a beautiful evening for ALL ages!

Service Auction Families — We Need Your Input!

Are you planning to attend the Service Auction this Saturday, November 7, and will you need childcare for your little ones (ages 6 and under)?

We're gathering a headcount to help us plan childcare coverage for the evening!

If you'll need childcare, please email Jess Ox at dre@hvuuc.org with:

  • YES — Childcare needed!

  • Number of children (ages 6 and under)

Your response will help us determine our childcare needs and plan accordingly!

Thank you for helping us make this a wonderful evening for everyone!

Read more →
November 3, 2026
Service Auction, The Giving Tree + Coat Drive, & Potluck Casserole Bake-Off!
November 1, 2026
Service Auction, The Giving Tree + Coat Drive, & Potluck Casserole Bake-Off!
November 1, 2026

Upcoming News and Events

Click through for a collection of upcoming news and events at HVUUC. Click the images to be directed to more information.

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November 1, 2026
November 2026 Newsletter
October 31, 2026
November 2026 Newsletter
October 31, 2026

Headlines …

  • Thanksgiving

  • Casserole Bake-Off

  • A Walk in My Shoes Workshop

  • The Giving Tree

  • Service Auction

  • Transgender Day of Remembrance

  • Women’s Night

 

Click here to read the entire newsletter.

Click here for past newsletters.

You can also find a few printed copies at our visitors table in the sanctuary.

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October 31, 2026
All Souls Day
October 30, 2026
All Souls Day
October 30, 2026

Join us for church on Nov 1, 2026.

  • 9:30am RE

  • 11:00am Service

  • 12:00pm Coffee Hour

  • 1:00pm A Walk in My Shoes Workshop

“All Souls Day”

On the first Sunday in November, our congregation gathers to remember those we have lost this year, both within the congregation, and those we have lost as part of the world community. This interactive and multigenerational service creates a loving and supportive container for our grief journey.

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October 30, 2026
Giving Tree & Winter Coat Donations Needed
October 29, 2026
Giving Tree & Winter Coat Donations Needed
October 29, 2026

Our Giving Tree will be in need of items for children, women, and men. Some of the most important items we need are hand warmers and individually-wrapped, non-perishable snacks but gloves, scarves, hats, undies, and socks would also be appreciated.

The SJC is partnering with Unity Housing to collect winter coats for our neighbors experiencing homelessness prior to their Homeless Persons Memorial Day event on Sun., Dec. 13th in Founders Park. If you have any gently used adult winter coats to donate for this event, you can place those items in the Giving Tree donation bins. Those coats will need to be received by Sun., Dec. 5th.

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October 29, 2026
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