Join us for our monthly RE Collaborative Zoom Meeting on Sunday, July 5 at 5:00 PM. We want to hear your ideas, hopes, and feedback as we explore upcoming programs, fall planning, and the future of Religious Exploration at HVUUC.
S'mores & Stories takes place Thursday, July 9, from 6:00–8:00 PM at HVUUC. Enjoy storytelling, s'mores, and community connection at this free, all-ages event open to both the congregation and the wider community.
Youth Group Gathering
Sunday, July 19 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Youth in grades 6–12 are invited to join facilitators Jess Ox and Emi Johnson for an afternoon of connection, reflection, and visioning.
Together we'll discuss plans and details for our upcoming Wilderness Youth Group trip, look back on highlights from the 2025–2026 program year, and explore what we hope to create together in 2026–2027.
This gathering is an opportunity for youth to share their ideas, celebrate the experiences we've had together, and help shape the future of our youth community. Whether you've attended every gathering or are joining us for the first time, your voice matters and we'd love to have you there.
Open to all youth in grades 6–12.
Join us on Thursday, July 23, from 6:00–8:00 PM for Healers, an all-ages community event featuring Family Yoga with Tish and activities exploring the many ways people help bring healing, comfort, and care to our communities. Free and open to all.
Email dre@hvuuc.org with any questions.
Bring the whole family for an affordable evening of fun!
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Movie Begins: 6:30 PM
Family Game Night Continues Until 9:30 PM
Purchase a $5 raffle ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes, enjoy family-friendly games, and grab snacks and concessions throughout the evening. All proceeds will support the continued growth of Religious Education programming.
Volunteers are also needed for setup, concessions, hospitality, and cleanup.
Email dre@hvuuc.org to volunteer or for more information.
Call her a drag queen, call her a musician, call her an entertainer—Flamy Grant is ALL those things & more. And she’s coming to do a concert at HVUUC on Aug 16. Mark your calendars—you do NOT want to miss this show!
This powerhouse vocalist, intrepid songwriter & shame-slaying drag queen serves up a therapeutic, theatrical experience that is fearless, flamboyant, & full of heart.
After church we’ll share a potluck lunch, then Flamy will perform. No charge; just celebration. Family & friends are welcome.
Save the date for HVUUC’s annual picnic, 22 August 2026. Time and additional details will be sent out soon.
Tennessee UU Community Action Network (TUUCAN) in coordination with UU The Vote/Side With Love will be hosting a regional Solidarity Summit in Memphis, September 18-20th. This will be free to attend, and travel/housing will be arranged.
Solidarity Summits are interfaith justice gatherings designed to engage lay leaders, clergy, organizers, movement partners, and community leaders to organize the resources and networks to build and strengthen community-led infrastructure as we face impacts of authoritarian consolidation. Together we will learn and practice skills to respond faithfully in rapid response moments, but also harness our collective power and imaginations to build the very democratic communities and systems we are fighting for.
The Solidarity Summits equip participants with practical tools for action, develop regional care networks, strengthen long-term relationships, and help transform rapid response efforts into durable movement infrastructure rooted in collaboration, imagination, and collective power.
If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please email Alesha at vp@hvuuc.org.
Women's Retreat 2026 is scheduled for September 2026 at nearby Bays Mountain Camp. This will be a casual weekend focused on connection and fun - as much or as little as you need, it is up to you.
The camp requires a minimum of 15 people signed up for the full weekend in order for us to secure the facility. A sign-up sheet will be available on the back counter in the sanctuary. Deadline to sign up is August 21.
Write to womensGroup@hvuuc.org and you'll receive a Q&A email answering questions about the retreat: costs, meals (PROVIDED), facilities, etc.
The retreat is OURS and it becomes what we make it. During the weekend, we will have several available activities as well as ample time to chat and relax. Activities are NOT compulsory and you are encouraged to make this retreat what you want it to be! If you have an idea for an activity or would like to lead one please let us know.
Again, write to WomensGroup@HVUUC.org.
Alternative contact - Rosemary K.
