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.
Special Invitation to an Online Christmas
The Church of the Larger Fellowship, a Unitarian Universalist online community, is inviting Unitarian Universalists everywhere to join them for a special Christmas Day online worship service.
This YouTube link will be live by Christmas Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eqericUCj4
Happy Holidays Friends!
Reminder: there will be NO IN PERSON SERVICE Sunday December 25th.
REMINDER: NO SERVICE Christmas Day
New Years Eve Hike
We've Moved our traditional New Years Day Hike to New Years Eve. We will meet at the jump off point to leave at 10 AM December 31st Saturday Morning. This is a difficult and slippery hike. Take a view on top of Chimney Top Mountain Please let us know if you're coming.
Meet Saturday December 31st at 10AM at
345 Sugar Hollow Lane, Fall Branch, TN 37656.
This is a difficult hike and a slippery trail. Come and enjoy the vista from the top of Chimney Top Mountain and have some tea at the top. If we cancel, all who made reservations will be notified.
Email greg@hvuuc.org to sign up for this fun event.
Interim Director of Religious Education Needed
Dear Holston Valley Unitarian Universalist Church members and friends. This Sunday we announced that Sarah White, who has been our Director of Religious Education for the last seven years, will be stepping down from the position effective January 15th to pursue an opportunity with ETSU.
As we are searching for our next long-term Director of Religious Education, we want to find an interim to keep our program going. This would be a paid position, 15 hours a week or less with flexible hours, and would last as long as it takes to find our next long-term Director of Religious Education. You will get training and support from our outgoing DRE, and our minister. Members and friends of HVUUC are encouraged to apply for this INTERIM position, with the understanding that the long-term position will be sought from outside the congregation.
Contact Rev. Tiffany at minister@hvuuc.org to send your resume and indicate interest.
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Christmas Eve Celebration, New Years Eve Hike, Pancakes and Jam
Honor the Dark Service, Masks Mandatory
Join us for in-person church on Sunday, Dec 18, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.!
Join us for coffee directly after the service!
Risk Assessment Team has determined that we are in Risk Level Medium. Masks are mandatory during services. For full details see here: https://hvuuc.org/level-2-medium
Memorial Service for Phyllis Holmes
Christmas Eve Gathering
All ages are invited to come hear the Christmas story as we celebrate Christmas Eve with traditional carols & cookies. Singing will begin at 7 PM in the sanctuary, followed by cookies, fellowship, & more modern holiday songs in the Fred Ball Room.
Participants are encouraged to bring a plate of cookies to share if you like (totally optional—come either way!) Beverages will be provided.
There will be NO SERVICE on Sunday, December 25th.
NO SERVICE Christmas Day
Festivus Potluck, CUUPs Yule, New Year's Eve Hike
The Five Smooth Stones of Unitarian Universalism
Join us for in-person church on Sunday, Dec 11, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.!
Join us for coffee directly after the service!
Risk Assessment Team has determined that we can move our Risk Level back to Low. Masks are no longer mandatory during services if you are fully vaccinated. For full details see here: https://hvuuc.org/level-1-low
Path to Membership Class
This class helps those considering membership learn more about our church and opportunities for involvement. Additionally, it allows you to get to know a small group of people on a more personal level. Although the class is a necessary precursor for joining, there is no obligation. Childcare will be provided.
Class will be limited to 10 participants. Get your name on the list early by emailing membership@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, whether you require childcare, the number of children and their ages.
We look forward to your participation!
Office Closed 12/8
Green Arts Festival, Festivus Potluck, CUUPs Yule
December 2022 nUUsletter
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
Festivals of Light
Join us for in-person church on Sunday, Dec 4, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.!
Join us for coffee directly after the service!
Risk Assessment Team has determined that we can move our Risk Level back to Low. Masks are no longer mandatory during services if you are fully vaccinated. For full details see here: https://hvuuc.org/level-1-low
No Yoga 12/7
First Friday Women's Group Gift Exchange
Be ready to celebrate together our SECRET SANTA GIFT EXCHANGE.
A fun evening with our usual small gifts of gags and surprises.
Can't use what you receive? On this game night you can re-gift it away! It's all in fun and fun for all.
Join us as we gather at HVUUC with the usual light refreshment to share.
When:
December 2nd 6:00-9:30
Where:
Fred Ball Room Fellowship Hall
Donations of varied toiletries will be collected and delivered to a local women's center.
Don't miss this seasonal festive evening. All who identify as women are welcome!
Your host is Cynthia G. See you there!