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Upcoming Events
Sat. Oct. 19
Cottage Meeting
4:00 p.m.
Offsite
Sun. 10/20
New UU Class
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Adult RE Room
Soul Circle
Group D
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Board Room
Sunday Service
Rev. Ed Brock
10:45 a.m.
Mon. 10/21
Directory Photo Sessions
Fellowship Hall
Tues. 10/22
Directory Photo Sessions
Fellowship Hall
Board Meeting
6:30 p.m.
Board Room
Wed. 10/23
Directory Photo Sessions
Fellowship Hall
UUkelele Fun Group
5:45 - 6:45 p.m.
Choir Rehearsal
7:00 - 8:45 p.m.
Thurs. 10/24
Faith in Action Meeting
5:15 p.m.
Faith Presbyterian Church
Fri. 10/25
Awareness Through Movement Class
10:00 a.m.
Sat. 10/26
Rocket City Pride
11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Campus 805
Church Halloween Party
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Sun. 10/27
New UU Class
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Adult RE Room
Sunday Service
Rev. Ed Brock
10:45 a.m.
Hospitality Committee Meeting
12:00 p.m.
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The UUkulele Fun Group is open to everyone, regardless of skill level.
The group meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 5:45 p.m.
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Huntsville Assistance Program
The Social Justice Committee has a goal to collect at least
100 items each month for the food pantry.
Please put your nonperishable food items or personal care products donations in the basket in the church foyer for the Huntsville Assistance Program.
Please, no canned corn, beans, or peas! They are currently overloaded with those items.
Sponsored by the Social Justice Committee
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UUCH's Free Food Pantry is installed in the parking lot and is now stocked. The Social Justice Committee will restock the pantry with non-perishables, as needed, and you can, too.
See the Social Justice Committee for more information on what items are in need.
Sponsored by the Social Justice Committee
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UUCH 2019-20
Board Members
President:
John Schulz
Vice President:
Denise Runnels
Secretary:
Nick Wilbourn
Treasurer:
David Bollinger
Trustees:
Ed Bernstein
Jack Long
Bryan Walls
Interim Minister:
The Rev. Edward L. Brock
Do you have an agenda item for the Board?
The Board respectfully requests that all agenda items for the meeting be submitted to
Board President John Schulz
via email no later than one week prior to the meeting (i.e. the Tuesday before).
The next board meeting will be Tuesday, October 22
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The Overlook is a publication of The Unitarian Universalist Church, 3921 Broadmor Rd., Huntsville, AL 35810
Interim Minister:
The Rev. Edward L. Brock
Board President:
John Schulz
Editor:
Nick Wilbourn
Office Hours:
Monday & Wednesday:
7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sunday:
7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Minister's Office Hours:
Wednesday:
10 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday:
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Other times by appointment.
Office Phone:
Sunday Services are held 10:45 a.m. to
12:00 p.m. Children's Religious Education held concurrently.
Nursery available for ages 3 years and under.
For more info on any event, contact the church office.
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Upcoming Service
"The Power of Shame and the
Power of Blessing"
Rev. Ed Brock
One of the lessons of my decades of experience as a minister has been the power of shame in the lives of individuals, families, and groups.
Conversely, experience has also taught me the power of blessing in the lives of individuals, families and groups.
I will explore how shame and blessing can be powerful forces in our lives and seek to help us be more aware of their influence and how we can address that influence.
Future Services
October 27 - Rev. Ed Brock
November 3 - Day of the Dead Service
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This Sunday in Children and Youth Religious Education (CYRE)
CYRE groups will meet in their rooms to continue exploring the theme "Side with Love."
For more information on the CYRE program, please contact Harper Goodman, RE Assistant; or Steve Rittenberg, CYRE Chair.
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"New UU" Class Continues
October 20 and 27
What does it mean to be a Unitarian Universalist? Guided by the Tapestry of Faith
Curriculum, we will offer a three-part series that explores important themes in UU
congregational life. - our worship and theology, history, covenant and polity, faith development, social justice, and membership. This program is particularly focused on introducing newcomers to Unitarian Universalism, but those of us who have been here for a while will also be able to share and connect with others as we explore our own beliefs and how they intersect with the UU tradition. Everyone is welcome!
Join us on October 20 and 27 for this chance to learn and share. Please come even if you cannot attend each session. Meet for coffee or tea at 9:00 a.m. in the Adult RE classroom; discussion starts at 9:15.
Sponsored by the Adult Religious Education and Membership Committees
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Picture Day Is Finally Here!
Thank you to everyone who signed up for the new photo directory. Please arrive for your appointment on time, or maybe even a little early. Our schedule is full!
Some things to remember:
- You will receive one free 8x10 photo for participating.
- Additional photos can be purchased. Pricing sheets are available in the Fellowship Hall so that you can budget accordingly.
- If you do purchase photos, you will receive a 30% off coupon for Shutterfly. Photos will be available in plenty of time to order holiday cards.
- If you bring a nonperishable food item, you will receive a $5 savings on your photo purchase.
- Personalize your family portrait by bringing special mementos. If you have a child who plays an instrument, consider bringing the instrument with you. This is your photograph. Let it reflect your unique personality.
- Pets are family and can be a part of the portrait.
- We need volunteers to help set up the room after church on Sunday. Please stay a few minutes if you can. We also need a couple of greeters to work on photo days. A sign-up sheet will be available in the Fellowship Hall on Sunday.
Sponsored by the Membership Committee
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The next meeting of the Faith in Action Alabama Huntsville hub will be held on
October 24 at 5:15 p.m. at Faith Presbyterian Church. The focus of this meeting will the upcoming FIAA statewide Voter Rights Restoration Campaign.
The state of Alabama is building more prisons, yet continues to strip deserving people of their voting rights while denying them full citizenship. Be among the first in Huntsville to receive political education training as we prepare to launch our upcoming 2020 Voter Rights Restoration Campaign: "Who Counts in Alabama?"
FIAA is encouraging each member church (UUCH is a member) to develop a team of people who are interested in joining this campaign and willing to work towards restoring voting rights for the thousands of people (mostly African American) who have lost their voting rights but are eligible to get those rights restored.
Submitted by the Social Justice Committee
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Awareness Through Movement
A 5-week course of
Awareness Through Movement® classes begins Friday, October 25, at 10 a.m.
Awareness Through Movement® (ATM) classes are a learning process that invites a person to explore how they move and function in the world. The one-hour session consists of verbally directed movement sequences that encourage participants to explore motions within their own capacities and comfort range. As awareness and movement improve, the means to change patterns of thinking, sensing, feeling, and interacting with others also improves.
Submitted by the Adult Religious Education Committee
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One More Chance to Attend a
Cottage Meeting
Your Ministerial Search Committee (MSC) has been sponsoring cottage meetings to have group conversations about the search for a new settled minister. They are fun and informative, and there is one opportunity left for you to participate:
* Happy Hour at the home of Barbara and Gary Hitt, 4:00 p.m. this Saturday, October 19
We will discuss some of the results from our congregational survey, as well as gather new input to guide us in our search process. Don't miss this opportunity to hear what others have to say and to discuss the future of UUCH.
All members and friends are encouraged to attend.
Contact the MSC to let us know you would like to attend
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Submitted by the Ministerial Search Committee
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UUCH All-Church, All-Ages
Halloween Party
Ghosts & Goblins, Creatures & Critters, Kids & Adults --come one, come all to our all-church Halloween party, which will be
Saturday, October 26, from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
The Halloween Party is an all-ages party, for children and adults alike, sponsored by the Children and Youth Religious Education (CYRE) program. We'll have dancing, a cakewalk, and other surprises. Favorite dance tunes for all generations will be provided by DJ Ted Cannon. It's fun for everyone!
A sign-up poster for the party can be found in the Fellowship Hall after the church service.
Submitted by the Children and Youth Religious Education Committee
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UUCH Participation in Rocket City Pride
We have a booth for Rocket City Pride this year, which will be held on
October 26 at Butler-Green Field at
Campus 805. We need any and all help to keep our booth manned and share the love of UUCH with Pride attendees.
The celebration lasts from 11AM-8PM, so we are hoping we can have pairs or trios work in small shifts.
Answering questions at Pride is an easy and fun way to let people know that we exist, and we might just be the home they've been searching for. To volunteer please contact
Lynsie Lamitie or
Dan McKitrick
Submitted by the Adult Religious Education Committee
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The UUCH Service Auction will be Saturday, November 2, at 6 p.m. We need your DONATIONS to make it a success.
The donation deadline is Monday, October 28. Jump the lines, man! It's outta-sight! Be groovy! Eat, drink, and place your bids! Childcare will be provided.
Members of the Establishment are needed to help set up and clean up, and we'll need auction table monitors, spotters, and runners. If you want to help, please email us.
Remember, there are three (3) ways to donate:
- Fill out the forms available in the Fellowship Hall
- Send an email with details about your contribution
- Fill in the online form
We will once again offer you an opportunity to win a lovely quilt (donated by Susan Coddington) during a raffle. The lucky winner will be able to select from those on display in the Fellowship Hall. Tickets are $5 each, or 3 for $10, and sold after Sunday services.
Your forms and emails pre-register you as a bidder. REGISTER EARLY. Auction night checkouts will be in order of registrations. DOOR PRIZES will be given throughout the evening, and you must be present to win.
Submitted by the Finance Committee
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Food Sign-Up for Service Auction
It's that time again! On Saturday, November, we will gather for our annual Service Auction, a favorite fun- and fund-raiser!
You can help by signing up to bring a snack to fuel our bodies while we bid on amazing items and services.
You may use the sign-up sheet in the Fellowship Hall or sign up online. Contact Hospitality co-chairs Jessica Schulz or Kathryn Heath with questions. Thank you in advance!
Submitted by the Hospitality Committee
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Coffee House to Showcase
UUCH Talent
Please join us in the Fellowship Hall on
November 9
at
6:30 p.m.
for a night of fun and great entertainment.
It will be like The Moth Radio Hour, a poetry slam, an open mic music night, So You Think You Can Dance, and The Comedy Store all wrapped into one event. And probably more!
You will be treated to coffee house-style light desserts, with coffee and espresso. Other drinks will also be available. We are working to put together an eclectic night of entertainment featuring the very talented members of the congregation and friends.
Please contact
John Schulz with any questions, and especially if you want to sign up to present your personal style of art -- be it spoken word, music, dance or anything else. There is a sign-up poster in the Fellowship Hall.
Our goal is a great night with friends, sharing our many forms of personal expression. Be there, or be square!
Submitted by the Music Committee
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Join us for a Property Work Day on Saturday, November 9, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Help to maintain our church property through fun, accomplishment, camaraderie, and pizza, with a bit of work! Transform the playground and courtyard, brighten the church, and beautify the grounds. Tasks will range from cleaning the playground and weeding flower beds to replacing light bulbs and painting.
No special skills are needed for most tasks, but if you have experience installing doors or doing minor electrical work or painting, all the better. Help out for an hour or several hours. Childcare will not be provided, but children are welcome to help.
Submitted by the Property Committee
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In cases of injury, infirmity, or illness, the Care Committee furnishes and delivers meals to members and friends of UUCH. Other available services include driving congregants to a doctor's office, a hospital, or a drugstore; visiting those who are homebound or confined to nursing or assisted living facilities; sending "get well" and sympathy cards; and assisting the Hospitality Committee at funerals and memorial services.
If you, or someone you know, needs assistance from the Care Committee, please
contact us.
Submitted by the Care Committee
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Care List
This Sunday, October 13, 2019,
at our Circle of Candles:
John Sims Jeter lit a candle of concern for his sister, Sena Jeter Naslund in Louisville, Kentucky. She is recovering from a fall and surgery to relieve bleeding and pressure on her brain. The fall also fractured her left arm.
The Delacey Clan
lit a candle of sorrow: On Wednesday, our beloved cat,
Linus, went into surgery to fix a blocked intestine and never came out of anesthesia. He was a vocal and loving part of our family, and we all feel a hole where our "Punky Punky" used to be. Love you, baby.
Erin Reid lit a candle of sorrow for the death of Glenna Colclough, a former professor of sociology at UAH, and a close friend to some of us at UUCH. She was an outstanding person.
Erin Reid lit candle of joy and sorrow for her upcoming leave as DRE. Gratitude to the church for making this possible so that she can spend time with her parents, who have some serious health issues, and also take some personal rest time. Special joy for the CYRE Leave Taskforce -- Steve Rittenberg, Harper Goodman, Jes Zelaya, and Audrey Fox -- and all the others who will coordinate the CYRE program in her absence. A sorrow expressed for how much she will miss everyone, but she will still visit some services and special events and looks forward to that.
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