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• Our Covenant
• Trans Day of Remembrance
• New Frontiers in Astronomy
• HVUUC Thanksgiving
• Service Auction
• Choir
• Facilities Volunteers
• Giving Tree Donations
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Please bring heavy hors d-oeuvres, finger foods, or a snack to share. Someone will be available in the kitchen beginning at 5:00 to help do whatever you need to prepare and present your contribution.
It's always fun to have a plateful of tasty treats while browsing the silent auction offerings and vying for special live auction items.
PS: Potluck Sunday happens to be the next day, November 9. Maybe prepare for two events at one time!
Email auction@hvuuc.org with any questions.
Don’t forget Daylight Savings time is this Sunday!
Join us for church on November 2, 2025!
9:30am Religious Education
11:00am Sunday Service
12:00pm Coffee Hour
This time of year many religious traditions take time to honor their dearly departed, and the Remembering service here in our church has become an annual tradition. During this service Rev. Tiffany names and honors the people connected to this congregation that have died this year, as well as important figures in the world. And then we share a ritual of remembering together. You are invited to bring photos or mementos of your departed friends and loved ones to place on the altar during this service.
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No need to wear yourself out making an entire meal. Join us at HVUUC for a Thanksgiving potluck from 2-5pm on Nov 27.
Sign up in the sanctuary or by emailing thanksgiving@hvuuc.org to tell us who’s coming & what you’re bringing.
Everyone is welcome!
"In the six months since HVUUC implemented our COVID-19 Plan, much has changed—with vaccines, science, and the virus itself. Accordingly, the Board has approved an updated plan. Please read it on our website so you can evaluate the mitigation factors in place and make informed decisions about how and when you feel comfortable to participate in person. Click through to read more details.
If you aren't aware that the TriPride Festival and Parade IS BACK....what have you been doing?? It will be held this year on August 27th for the first time in Bristol.
So, what does all of this mean for HVUUC? It means we need a group of volunteers to march in the parade, spend time at the HVUUC booth, and generally just have a great time!
Click through for more info or contact socialjustice@hvuuc.org to volunteer!
It is with deep sadness that we inform you that David Paul Hess, Father of David Hess, passed away on August 9, 2022, in Dandridge, TN.
We send David and Jessica, and the Hess family, our love and prayers for their comfort and peace.
A Service with military honors will be held September 11 at Resthaven Memorial Gardens in Dandridge.
August 13, 2022
Celebration of Life 2pm
Potluck & Memories 4pm
Erik C. Anderson Park, aka Roan Mountain Community Park
146 Carter Street, Roan Mountain TN (near intersection of 19E and Hwy 143)
Please bring your own chair if you can.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to ACS Thrift Shop & Food Pantry, c/o Magil Memorial Presbyterian Church, Roan Mountain, TN 37687
You can also find a few printed copies of the newsletter on the visitors table in the sanctuary.
Click here to read the entire newsletter.
Click here for past newsletters.
Up to date church info is always available at www.hvuuc.org
Up to date church info is always available at www.hvuuc.org
Up to date church info is always available at www.hvuuc.org
Someone out there is posing as me in email, reaching out specifically to email addresses that are _____________@hvuuc.org.
I will never send vague and covert emails asking you all for money or gift cards, I promise!
You also will be able to tell it’s not me because it does not come from my email address.
Please spread the word!
Thanks! Rev. Tiffany
With our Risk Assessment Level currently at medium or high, every speaker and singer we have unmasked on Sunday morning takes a Covid test that morning before the service.
With our commitment to economic justice, we do not wish our service leaders, speakers, singers and staff to have to pay for this expense out of their own pockets. How sad would it be if someone couldn't contribute to our programming because of that expense! But the expense of the church providing these tests does add up when a higher risk level surge lasts a long time.
Here's how you can help!
You can get free rapid tests through the Postal Service by filling out an online form. You are able to order this up to three times.
IF you do not need these free tests for your own non-church use, and you are willing to fill out this form to get free tests and donate them to the church, we would greatly appreciate it!
Here's the link with the form, and thank you!
https://special.usps.com/testkits
What's Brewing Covenant Group led by Wanda Earp.
Covering a variety of topics:
joy milestones
porch conversations
making friends as we age
work of our hands
animal friends
small kindnesses
our legacy/gifts and more
Starting at 10:30 am and ending at 12:30pm in the Emerson Room of the REZ. Bring our morning beverage of choice and reap the joys of deep listening and sharing.
Dates: Sept 12, 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31.
Limit of 10 members. Email Wanda at whatsbrewing@hvuuc.org to sign up.
All beds are filled for the Women’s Group sleepover but please join us Saturday August 13 for an optional lakeside swim party! Bring your favorite towel & folding chair. Relax on the deck or swim in the lake.
When: 11am-6pm Saturday August 13
Bring a dish or favorite snack to share as food will be potluck style. Water and ice tea provided.
Please contact womensgroup@hvuuc.org with any questions.
There will be a Path to Membership Class on Sunday, August 28 from 12:30-2:30 pm. Childcare will be provided. This is a class that helps those considering membership learn more about our church and the opportunities for involvement. The class does not commit you to membership, but is a necessary precursor for joining our church. It also allows you to get to know a small group of people on a more personal level.
We would like for this class to be held in-person if comfort levels and restrictions allow. To that end, this class will be limited to 8 people. If more are interested, a second class may be planned. Get your name on the list early by emailing membershipdevelopment@hvuuc.org. There will also be a sign-up sheet on the side counter in the sanctuary.
Please provide the following information:
Name, email, phone, how you prefer to be contacted, and whether you will require childcare. If you require childcare, please provide the number of children and their ages.
We look forward to your participation!
Did you know we accept PayPal for pledges and donations? Go to hvuuc.org/donate to give! If you have any questions about how to use it contact our treasurer, Deb Helmer at treasurer@hvuuc.org.
HVUUC is seeking Sunday Morning Childcare workers. This is a paid position. Any member or friend can apply. Must be 18 or older. Please contact president@hvuuc.org for more information.
