All who identify as women are welcome to the first-Friday Women's night, at the Johnson City home of Rosemary K. Come be energized by the support of other women.
The featured activity for January 2nd's Women's Night is the annual Silly Santa gift exchange game (like a white elephant exchange). Bring ONE wrapped gift - but we don't ask you to spend money if you can help it. Did cousin Madge gift you something that is lovely, just not your thing? Is there something you have that is in good shape, that could be a treasure for someone, just not you? Did you receive Kalua at a work event but you don't drink? It is fair game for Silly Santa. We take turns picking a mystery gift or choosing to 'steal' an opened gift from someone else. Evening starts at 6:30, game starts at 7 p.m. If you cannot bring a Silly Santa gift, you are still welcome to attend - extra items are provided by the host.
Sharing of easy finger-food snacks and libations is always welcome, but it is not required to bring something to attend; bringing food should never be a barrier. For the host's comfort, please bring all food and drink home with you when you leave.
Weather: event will proceed. If weather is a potential issue, use your best judgement and your own ease with getting out of your neighborhood.
The address can be accessed by contacting WomensGroup@hvuuc.org. Alternatively, it is posted on the private women's group FB page. www.facebook.com/groups/womensgrouphvuuc/
Driving and parking: Carpooling is suggested. There is parking in the space in the alley, shotgun parking in the driveway, or street parking.
For questions, contact womensgroup@hvuuc.org.
"Safe Here" Task Group Report
ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86524470377
All Members are welcome.
SAFE HERE Task Force Report to the Board:
Topics Addressed:
● Define domestic abuse in its many forms.
● Offer guidance on responding to allegations of domestic abuse in its many forms.
● Suggest ongoing education opportunities to make the entire congregation more aware of and responsive to trauma and its effects on every aspect of a person's life.
● Provide information on ways to appropriately support survivors in taking back their autonomy.
● Provide information on ways to appropriately support abusers in taking accountability for their action.
Email president@hvuuc.org with any questions.
Those who identify as male are invited to a social gathering and 2026 planning session on Saturday, January 10th from 12:30-3:30pm at Bradley's house. Please speak with Bradley Q or email macho@hvuuc.org for the address; RSVPs are requested.
Bradley will provide a delicious Butter Chicken dish as the main course. Please include any dietary restrictions or allergies in your reply if you plan to attend. Participants are encouraged to bring a side, dessert, or drink for a potluck meal. Alcohol is permitted but you'll need to bring your own.
After lunch, we’ll hold a planning session to discuss social and service events for 2026. All who identify as male and are interested in the future of the men’s group are strongly encouraged to attend.
Note - Bradley asks that participants enter through the porch door.
Please add these dates to your calendar:
Jan. 11: Bring dishes to share. We are going to experiment with labels for food sensitivities. Someone will help you label your food when you bring it to the kitchen.
Feb. 8: Chili Cookoff! If you would like to compete, please email Fellowship@hvuuc.org. Judges will range in age from 5 to 87. Might be hard to please them all. Are you ready for the challenge? Everyone else, bring salads, sides, chips, desserts.
March 08: Bring a dish to share.
April 12: Bring a dish to share.
May 10: Bring a dish to share with a focus on salads.
Email potlucks@hvuuc.org with any questions.
Make your wishes known as the congregation discerns which risks we want to take together as a community to transform ourselves, our community and our world!
On Sunday January 25th after church, Rev. Tiffany and team of our church leaders will be facilitating a Risk Discernment workshop sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist's social justice organization Side with Love.
This workshop is designed specifically for us to gauge the risk tolerances of congregation members so that we can make better decisions about what is worth doing and what is too risky for our congregation when it comes to social justice matters. But we can't do that unless you come and let us know where you're at. We hope this workshop will be very well attended to help us get a clear sample of congregational values, hopes, and boundaries.
The youth group will be providing lunch as a fundraiser right after church, and the workshop itself will go from 1-3pm.
Please use the sign up sheet on the back table of the sanctuary, or email risk@hvuuc.org to let us know you're coming (and to help the youth prepare enough food).
