Please email all submissions for the April newsletter by Monday March 31st to newsletter@hvuuc.org.
Social Justice 5th Sunday Speaker
The Social Justice Committee invites Johnson City Recovery Center, a peer-led and operated recovery community center. All services are free.
This quarter's recipient of the 5th Sunday Offering is Johnson City Recovery Center (JCRC). JCRC is a peer-led and operated recovery community center. All services are free and provide advocacy training, recovery information, mutual aid support, recovery and health information, technology and internet assistance, resource mobilization, employment assistance, recovery coaching, volunteerism, yoga for recovery, social activities, etc. JCRC is a ‘recovery hub’ offering a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for those seeking recovery where all paths to recovery are welcomed, affirmed, and celebrated.
JCRC's website: https://jcrecoverycenter.org/
With any questions email sjchair@hvuuc.org
Game Group, Move Night, & Youth Bake Sale Fundraiser
Will the Real Rumi Please Stand Up?
Join us for church on March 23, 2025!
9:30am Religious Education
11:00am Sunday Service
12:00pm Coffee Hour
“Will the Real Rumi Please Stand Up?”
Many know and love the poetry of Persian mystic Rumi, but most of our experiences of Rumi's poetry come from translations that separate his poetry from his Muslim identity. This week we get to know the real Rumi, and see what he has to teach us.
Website and Emails Temporarily Down
MACHO Gathering, Ostara Celebration, & Youth Bake Sale
Spirit, Grant Healing: The Art of Pastoral Care & Chaplaincy
Join us for church on March 16, 2025!
9:30am Religious Education
11:00am Sunday Service
12:00pm Coffee Hour
4:00pm Youth Group
“Spirit, Grant Healing: The Art of Pastoral Care & Chaplaincy”
Join us for a transformative service exploring the sacred practice of pastoral care and chaplaincy. Together, we will reflect on the art of healing through spirit, presence, and compassionate guidance. In a world marked by struggle, this sermon illuminates the path of understanding, empathy, and kindness. How do we offer solace to those in need? How do we create a community of love and support? Let us embrace the healing power of spirit and cultivate a ministry of radical love and care.
Lake Clean Up Opportunity
On Saturday, March 22, the Keep TN River Beautiful crew be taking volunteers in their 26-foot jon boats to clean the shorelines of Douglas Lake in Dandridge, Tenn!
Our 7th annual Tennessee River Grand Slam Cleanup Series will kick off with a cleanup on Douglas Lake of the French Broad River. Our friends at Living Lands & Waters will join this cleanup with three of their boats to add to our two work boats, making this one huge cleanup!
This lake has a lot of debris from the outfall from Hurricane Helene, so we will need many hands to help clean these shorelines! Fill out the form below to register! This cleanup will be held from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
**Please be sure to register at https://www.keeptnriverbeautiful.org/douglaslake2 to reserve your seat as space in our boat is limited!**
Let's Chat Covenant Group
The Let's Chat Covenant Group is looking for New members. We meet 2nd and 4th Monday's in the REZ we start at 6:30 and runs to 8:30.
Want to meet other church members on a more personal level? That's the purpose of Covenant Groups. Latest topics were, Acceptance, Scarcity or Abundance, Humor, Gratitude, and Aging.
We will hold your information private. I do ask that; are you willing to commit to make as many sessions as possible. A copy of our Covenant is available upon request to me, Greg Kramer.
Email letschat@hvuuc.org with any questions.
Ukulele Group, Game Night, and MACHO Gathering
Mental Makeover
Join us for church on March 9, 2025!
9:30am Religious Education
11:00am Sunday Service
12:00pm Potluck
“Mental Makeover”
Every thought we have is a neural pathway in our brain, which is why sometimes our thinking becomes a bit of a rut. But we have the power to train our brain, to make over our mind. Today Rev. Tiffany explores neuroplasticity and how it's never too late to change our brains.
Escape From Rape: A Cultural Change
Hello!
We are pleased to invite you to attend the upcoming Second Annual Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Summit scheduled for April 2, 2025, at the Brinkley Center This summit aims to bring together professionals, advocates, and community members to address critical issues surrounding sexual assault and domestic violence.
The summit will provide an opportunity for meaningful discussions, resource sharing, and collaborative efforts to strengthen our community's response to these challenges. With a range of expert speakers, informative sessions, and workshops, this event is designed to inspire and empower those working to make a difference in the lives of individuals affected by violence.
Event Details:
Date: April 2, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: The Brinkley Center, 2001 Millennium Pl, Johnson City, TN 37604
We would be honored for you to participate and contribute to the ongoing efforts to create safer, more supportive environments for survivors. For additional information, please scan the attached QR code or contact us at 423-439-8025 or taylormr1@etsu.edu.
We look forward to your attendance and hope that you can join us in advancing the conversation and making a positive impact.
All best,
Ruth Taylor Read
Women's Night, Hunger First, and March Newsletter
UU Summer Camp for the Whole Family - SUUSI
How is your family vacationing this year? Did you know you that your whole family can go the a special camp for ALL ages and all kinds of activities!? The Unitarian Universalist camp in Radford Va, may be the place for you! This year it will be the week of July 20th to the 26th.
SUUSI is the Southeast Unitarian Universalist Summer Institute, a walloping week long summer camp for the young and the young-at-HeaRT, a meet-up of Unitarian Universalist community, bringing together old friends and new. SUUSI is an intentional week to grow, relax, play, share and connect with others, a week you’ll remember for years to come.
For more than 50 years UU's gather from all over the Southeastern US and go to SUUSI! We have workshops and outdoor activities for people of all ages and abilities. From origami to caving and hundreds of activities in between. Special age appropriate activities for children from toddlers to 18-year-olds. Special activities for young adults, as well. Play all day and dance all night!!
If your are interested go to www.SUUSI.org or email greg@hvuuc.org.
Noah, his Ark, and his Incredible Cargo
Join us for church on March 2, 2025!
9:30am Religious Education
11:00am Sunday Service
12:00pm Coffee Hour
“Noah, his Ark, and his Incredible Cargo”
Do you remember the story of Noah’s Ark? Noah is certainly the human star but what about the experiences of and consequences for the scores of supporting characters tended to by Noah and his crew? What directives does Noah receive as he disembarks and what inspiration can we draw from the story? Member Lori Krause shares her reflection on this ancient story.
March 2025 Newsletter
Headlines
• Minister’s Note
• RE News
• Ukulele Group
• Women’s Hiking Group
• Women’s Night
• UU Family Summer Camp
• Game Night
• WETS
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Food Bank Donations
Pledge Status
Are you not sure about how much of your 2024/2025 Pledge you have made? Email Treasurer@hvuuc.org and ask for your Pledge Status, please make sure your name is in the email.
Women's Hiking Group
Hello all intrepid hikers who identify as women! We are planning to schedule hikes for those interested, one Saturday every month or so. The length and difficulty of the hikes will vary and each will be led by a designated volunteer. If you’re interested, please send your name and email. When a hike has been planned, we’ll send the details to those who have replied.
I hope many of you will consider joining us on any hike that’s planned. It will be a fun way to see new trails and get to know each other better.
Email hiking@hvuuc.org if you are interested.
Small Story, Big Wisdom
Join us for church on February 23, 2025!
9:30am Religious Education
11:00am Sunday Service
12:00pm Coffee Hour
“Small Story, Big Wisdom”
Small stories and parables can provide powerful wisdom – if we allow the space for reflection and integration of the many messages. The Buddhist parable of the two monks and the maiden seems simple, but when we explore the deeper experience there is opportunity to carry this wisdom into our daily lives, bringing peace to ourselves and the world. Church member Bob Warner shares his reflections on this time-proven parable.