Jessica Bowman
November 2024 Newsletter

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  •  Disaster Relief Resources

  •  Sunday Potluck

  • Thanksgiving Potluck

  •  Service Auction

  • The Giving Tree

  • Green Arts Festival

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November 2024 Newsletter
Jessica Bowman
Women's Night, Samhain Ritual, and Youth Bake ...

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.

Women's Night, Samhain Ritual, and Youth Bake Sale
Jessica Bowman
A Year of Memories

Don’t forget to turn your clocks back this Sunday!

In honor of All Souls Day and Samhain, we will be remembering family, friends, and important figures who have passed away in the last year.  Please bring photos or mementos for anyone you wish to honor, to place upon our altar.

Join us for church on November 3, 2024!

  • 9:30am Religious Education

  • 11:00am Sunday Service

  • 12:00pm Coffee Hour and Youth Bake Sale

  • 12:15pm Choir Rehearsal

“A Year of Memories”

All Souls Day, Samhain, and Dia de Los Muertos all happen around the first of November, and are different culture's ways of remembering those who have passed away but are still very much in our hearts. During this service we specifically remember those who have passed away since last year, both in our HVUUC community, and in the world at large. Please bring photos of departed loved ones for our altar.

A Year of Memories
Jessica Bowman
Who is Coming to Our Door? A Halloween ...

Don't forget to come in costume this Sunday!

Join us for church on October 27, 2024!

  • 9:30am Religious Education

  • 11:00am Sunday Service

  • 12:00pm Coffee Hour

  • 12:00pm Trunk or Treating!

“Who is Coming to Our Door? A Halloween Celebration.”

The porch light is on and bowl of candy is prepared, who will come knocking on our door this year? We never know who is going to show up, but we know we always learn something when we see who we connect with enough to dress up as them! Come in costume and bring your kids, make sure to stay for the Trunk or Treat afterwards.

Who is Coming to Our Door? A Halloween Celebration.
Jessica Bowman
Giving Tree Donations Needed

The Social Justice Committee is reminding everyone that it's the time of year for collecting Giving Tree items.  Our tree will be in need of items for children, women, and men such as:

  • gloves

  • hats

  • scarves

  • socks

  • underwear

  • feminine hygiene items

  • washcloths

  • soap

  • lotion

  • shampoo and conditioner

On Sunday,  November 3, the Giving Tree donation bin will be in the Fred Ball room next to the grocery card table.  You may leave items as they are packaged.  Or, if you choose, you may put items in ziploc bags, just not the zippered bags.  We will collect items all through the holiday season to keep the tree replenished. Additionally,  monetary donations are welcomed and we will do the shopping for you!

Everyone is invited to help decorate our tree on Friday, November 29 at 11am.  A tall ladder would be a great help, as well.  The tree lighting ceremony is at 6:30 on November 30.

If you have questions,  please feel free to talk with Mary Williamson or Michele Markstrom-Frisch.  Our email address is givingtree@hvuuc.org.

Giving Tree Donations Needed

New Years Eve Hike

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

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 Gathering

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.

Path to Membership Class

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!