Jessica Bowman
Potluck and Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed for ...

First of all, thanks to the Let's Chat Covenant group for hosting coffee hour on September 7.  Much appreciated.


Secondly, a coordinator(s) is/are needed for the October 13 potluck,  If you can help or have questions, please contact fellowship@hvuuc.org. THANKS!


And, finally, coffee hour hosts are needed for Sunday, October 19.  Please sign up on the calendar beside the large coffee urn in the Fred Ball room or email coffeehour@hvuuc.org.
Thank you for all the help!

Potluck and Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed for October
Jessica Bowman
TUUCAN Fall Flock

The Tennessee Unitarian Universalist Community Action Network (TUUCAN) invites all Tennessee UUs to Nashville for the Fall Flock on Saturday, October 18th, at First UU Church of Nashville (FUUN) from 9 am to 4 pm (Central Time)

We will share food, fellowship, and support each other during these difficult times in our cities, state, and country. We will learn how UU State Action Networks across the United States turn UU values into positive action. We will nurture deeper relationships, strengthen our social justice ecosystem, and create plans for a world with love at the center.

We hope to represent - in person or via Zoom - each of our 14 UU communities in Tennessee and beyond. Register at https://bit.ly/tuucan25 or email sjchair@hvuuc.org for questions or assistance.

If attending via zoom, keep in mind that the event will be 10:00-5:00 Eastern Standard Time

TUUCAN Fall Flock
Jessica Bowman
MACHO BBQ, Competitive Authoritarianism, ...

Upcoming News and Events

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MACHO BBQ, Competitive Authoritarianism, Tri-Pride, and More!
Jessica Bowman
Small Group Ministries

Join us for church on September 14, 2025!

  • 9:00am Religious Education

  • 11:00am Sunday Service

  • 12:00pm Potluck

“Small Group Ministries”

In this service, Covenant Groups will be defined and demonstrated by our trained Facilitators. Selected former Covenant Group members will also offer a brief testimonial about the benefits of being in a Covenant Group. Congregation will have an opportunity to participate in a mini session lead by Facilitators in order to experience how a Covenant Group works. Following the service, congregants will have the opportunity to enroll in several upcoming Groups.

Small Group Ministries
Jessica Bowman
Service Auction Donations Needed

Believe it or not. It's time to think about the Service Auction on November 8th.

If you’re new to HVUUC, our Service Auction is a much anticipated event every fall. Yes, it’s a fundraiser but really it’s more of a FUN raiser, where you and other congregants get together to offer a service, event, or item.

There’s no limit to the activities or the items you can “auction” off. You can offer handyman services, teach a paint party, host a dinner, auction off baked goods, original art, and more! Wherever your passion and talents lie, there’s room for it at the service auction.

Want to provide a meal but don't have the room? Use the churches kitchen for your event! You can check the church calendar on our website and reserve time and space by emailing office@hvuuc.org.

We would encourage you to donate items that can be redeemed any time during the next year.

Donate your services, event, or items using the Auctria website using the link below. Email auction@hvuuc.org with any questions.

Click here to donate now.

Service Auction Donations Needed

Celebrating Karyn's Years of Service

Celebrating Karyn's Years of Service

After countless years as our community's Office Administrator, Karyn has retired from the position, and is still an active member in our congregation. We want to say thank you, with a gift.

We are collecting monetary donations for the gift until October 20th, and the gift will be presented at the Fireside Fall Fun event at Grand Oaks Farm on October 23rd.

To donate toward a gift for Karyn Cross, send money care of Reverend Tiffany Sapp at HVUUC, PO Box 8383, Gray, TN 37615. Or contact Reverend Tiffany to find out where and when to drop off a check or cash.

Memories Covenant Group

Memories Covenant Group

Starting October 24th, Scott Quimby will be facilitating a “Memories” Covenant Group where we will share stories about our memories. The group will meet twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Sundays from 3:00-5:00 PM in person on the back deck. There will be a total of 8 meetings.

To register email Scott at memories@hvuuc.org

What is going on in Religious Education?

What is going on in Religious Education?

Friends,

Even while we are continuing to be physically distant through this pandemic, we are working hard to offer ways to connect. And, it's exciting!

Our Youth Group is busy! This October we are thrilled to kick off a chance for our youth to play Dungeons and Dragons. This is an excellent way for youth to connect with each other. Players rely on each character’s unique skills and interests to create an epic story and explore ethics and values while adventuring in a fantasy realm. In the campaign Sarah S. is running, players explore ruins, solve puzzles, and defeat monsters.

In addition, we will offer a couple of get-togethers for all youth, probably involving food and games or baking or crafts or outdoor fun.

In November Religious Education and Rev. Tiffany will be offering an outdoor Holiday ornament activity at Eastman Pavilions. This will be a great way for our unvaccinated children to gather together for fellowship in an outdoor space.

We hope that we see you all at Grand Oak Farm on October 23rd! Religious Education will be providing trick or treat bags and staffing the photo booth. Wear your best costume and register your pod here: https://forms.gle/E4mgG8w95V2pxkPPA

Please e mail Sarah at DRE@HVUUC.ORG with any questions

Fireside Fall Fun - RSVP

Fireside Fall Fun - RSVP

Come to Grand Oak Farm, October 23, at 5PM for some Fireside Fall Fun for a Halloween gathering to honor Karyn Cross for her service to our church as Office Administrator.

Bring your own dinner picnic to serve everyone in your Pod which will be socially distanced. Adults and kids are invited to wear costumes! Activities for the evening will be: two Bonfires (one for S'mores which be provided); A pumpkin patch where each pod will pick their pumpkin to decorate (bring all your decorations); A photo booth provided by the RE Youth and Trick or Treat for the kids to go to each Pod and receive some prepackaged goodies provided by you (only if you want to participate) and maybe a Halloween Movie on the Barn.

The COVID color coded ribbons will be used, but there should be plenty of room for us to spread out. The planning team is looking at other fun things to do so stay tuned. To register go to: https://forms.gle/gs2t8k3gBz3BuR857 by October 20, 2021

To donate toward a gift for Karyn Cross send money care of Reverend Tiffany Sapp at HVUUC, PO Box 8383, Gray, TN 36715.

Rev. Tiffany with Black/White Dialogue

Rev. Tiffany with Black/White Dialogue

The October 11 Zoom meeting, beginning at 6:00pm, will provide audio comments by Dr. Christena Cleveland, PhD, on the subject, “A Spiritual Pathway to Freedom and Mutuality for a Nation divided separating Race, Minorities, and the Disadvantaged from the majority.” While Dr. Cleveland speaks from a Christian viewpoint and her viewpoint focuses toward the Black/White divide, her wisdom and insight is beneficial to all who listen.

Rev. Tiffany Out of the Office

Rev. Tiffany Out of the Office

Rev. Tiffany's approach to her vacation time and professional development will be a little different than ministers that we've had in the past: she will be taking it in bits and pieces throughout the year instead of one big chunk during the summer.

And that first vacation week is almost here! Rev. Tiffany will be unavailable from Monday, October 4th until Sunday, October 10th. For regular needs reach out to the Caring Team at caring@hvuuc.org For pastoral emergencies please contact our President Ann Livengood at president@hvuuc.org.