Upcoming Events
Sat. 12/21
Solstice Service
6:30 p.m.
Sun. 12/22
Annual Christmas Pageant
10:45 a.m.
Tues. 12/24
Christmas Eve Service
5:30 p.m.
Sun. 12/29
Sunday Service
Annual Fire Communion
10:45 a.m
Sat. 1/4
Huntsville Vegan Discussion Group
5:30 p.m.
Sun. 1/5
CYRE Committee Meeting
9:00 a.m.
Introduction to SoulCollage
10:00 a.m.
Worship Service
Rev. Ed Brock
10:45 a.m.
First Sunday Potluck
12:00 p.m.
Mon. 1/6
Exploring SoulCollage
6:00 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).
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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
"Believe"
Our Annual Christmas Pageant
December 22, 2019
The Children and Youth Religious Education Program, Worship Team, and Music Program
This musical, multi-generational service celebrates the spirit of the holiday season. The Children and Youth Religious Education (CYRE) Program will present our own adaptation of Joyce Poley's service "The Spirit of the Christmas Tree," retelling the story of the Nativity from a Unitarian Universalist perspective and inviting the congregation into reflection on its meaning for today. The service features a special musical selection from the choir, congregational caroling, a Christmas pageant for all ages, and a special surprise!
Cast and Crew: P
lease remember to arrive at the church at 9:45 a.m. on the day of the pageant for a quick run-through! For more information, contact Harper Goodman.
Future Services
December 24 - Christmas Eve, Rev. Ed Brock
December 29 - Fire Communion, Amanda Schuber
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This Sunday in Children and Youth Religious Education (CYRE)
Children and youth will participate in the all-ages Christmas Pageant!
If you would still like to sign up to participate in the pageant, please contact Harper Goodman, RE Assistant.
Nursery care (ages 0-3) will be offered as usual.
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Ministerial Search Update
Your Ministerial Search Committee recently submitted our Documents Packet to our UUA ministerial transitions coach for review. This is a final step in preparation for the formal posting of materials that allows us to receive applications from potential minister
candidates. The Documents Packet describes the church in detail, the expectations of the position, the history of our church, the current governance, vision, and mission, information about Huntsville, and much, much more. In addition, the Packet contains videos of members and staff that were taken a few weeks ago. This information will give candidates a clear vision of who we are and what we want in a settled minister. At the same time, minister candidates are preparing their materials which will go online January 1st. At that time, the fun begins. Your MSC will quickly start reviewing all the candidates, and the candidates will begin reviewing the churches.
January will be a busy month of phone interviews, reference checking, and narrowing down to a list of "precandidates" that the MSC will interview in depth in February and March. We will keep you posted as the process moves forward, and as always, be sure to contact us if you have any questions about the ministerial search process
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Submitted by the Ministerial Search Committee
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Solstice Service This Saturday
Since ancient days, people have gathered at the time of the Winter Solstice to welcome the sun and the return of light. In the darkest season of the year, we too are invited to gather in community to share in the mystery and miracle of the natural world. The returning light has long been a sign of rebirth and a source of hope. In the soft glow of candlelight, open yourself to the wisdom of the ages through silence, music, and the poetry of the season.
The Winter Solstice is a time to journey inward and reflect on the lessons, joys, and sorrows of the last year. It's also a celebration of the light and darkness in each of us. Join us for a service of readings, songs, stillness, and ritual.
There will be a harp prelude beginning at 6:45 p.m., with the service starting at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by the Worship Committee
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Christmas Eve Service
On Tuesday, December 24, at 5:30 p.m., we will hold a Christmas Eve worship service at the church.
The Christmas Eve Service will consist of readings from the Christmas story, meditative readings, traditional Christmas hymns, and brief reflections on the meaning of the season.
One typical feature of the Christmas Eve Service is a collection for the Ministerial Discretionary Fund. This fund allows the minister to offer help to members and families of the church who need financial assistance during the course of the year. Please be mindful of this special offering if you plan to attend this service.
The Christmas Eve Service is open to all, so feel free to bring visiting relatives to the service.
Submitted by the Worship Committee
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The Pelvic Floor: Health and Awareness
The pelvic floor is a part of your body you may not give a lot of thought to until you experience a problem related to it, such as incontinence or lower back pain.
The pelvic floor is involved in many basic life functions as varied as digestion, elimination, reproduction, breathing, and balance. A healthy functioning pelvic floor promotes greater health in all of these areas. The pelvic floor musculature works in a coordinated system of muscles to support the hips and lower back.
Starting in January as part of Adult RE,
Feldenkrais Method® teacher Sally Locklear would like to offer a series of classes designed to strengthen and support the natural functions of the pelvic floor.
If you would be interested in a class like this, please contact
Sally, and she'll figure out what the best time for the most people.
Submitted by the Adult RE Committee
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Have you seen the new ramp in our Religious Education (RE) wing?
Pictured above are Jeanne de France (left) and Nancy Finley (right) preparing to imprint a UU chalice in the wet concrete of the new ramp. Thanks to the congregation for their investment in this ramp, which will make our church more accessible and welcoming to all.
And a big thanks to Jeanne for coordinating this project!
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Guest at Your Table
boxes and envelopes are currently being distributed. The little boxes provide a visual tool for promoting the concepts of striving for justice and for sharing our bounty with those who have less. The little box is your "guest" for a month. Place the box on your table where you and your family share a meal. "Feed" your guest coins, dollars, and checks made out to UUSC. Guest at Your Table boxes will be collected on the following Sundays: December 22 and 29, January 5.
Also, in the entrance foyer or Fellowship Hall, pick up UUSC's Stories of Hope booklets and donation envelopes. The envelopes are intended for adult donations to UUSC, a membership organization devoted to advancing human rights and social justice worldwide.
Many people join or renew their membership through the Guest at Your Table program. A donation to UUSC through Guest at Your Table in the amount of $40 enrolls you as a member of UUSC. Contributions of $125 or more are matched by the UU Congregation of Shelter Rock, New York. UUSC members receive a quarterly newsletter about UUSC programs and receive a 20% discount and free shipping on all Beacon Press books. If you prefer, you can join or renew your membership online.
For more information, contact Social Justice Co-Chair Ken Sandlin.
Submitted by the Social Justice Committee
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During December and January, we will share the Sunday offering with
First Stop, Inc., a 501(c)(3) corporation established in 2001 to reduce the number of homeless persons in Huntsville and Madison County by forming relationships of trust, providing basic needs, and offering guidance toward stable, independent living in housing.
Submitted by the Social Justice Committee
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Care List
This Sunday, December 15, 2019,
at our Circle of Candles:
Brayden Schuber
lit a Candle of Joy: Y
esterday, Brayden received his Cub Scout walking stick, for completing 25 miles of hiking.
Deborah Delacey lit a Candle of Joy: For whoever or whatever caused my attention to be on the road last evening, when an oncoming car crossed the median into my lane. Being ADHD, this attention is not guaranteed, but in this case, it allowed us to return home safely.
Nick Wilbourn lit a Candle of Joy: For those who haven't already seen on Facebook, I'm happy to share that my boyfriend Zac and I recently got engaged. We haven't set a date yet but are excited to share the news.
The Social Justice and Hospitality Committees lit Candles of Joy: The Hispanic Dinner Party went really well yesterday. Thanks to all of you who donated money,
made
food and helped. Without everyone's participation, it wouldn't have gone so well. It was fun! What a great tradition for our church.
Paul and Bridgit DeMoor lit a Candle of Joy and Sorrow: We're going to St. Louis, and we're excited! We're also driving into snow and possibly ice. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers.
Caroline Strickland lit a Candle of Sorrow: Last Wednesday, my granddad passed away. He is my dad's dad. We drove 6 hours on Thursday to Panama City to go to his funeral. We came back that Friday. We miss him, but we know that he is still with us; not in body, but he lives in our hearts.
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