In This Issue
-Quick Links
-Happening Soon
-Upcoming Service
-CYRE & YOUUTH
-COVID Policy
-Adult RE Book Discussion
-UUCH Survey
-"New UU" Class
-Join Our Team
-A Note from the Desk
-LFP
-Donate with Text Message
-In Case You Missed It!
-COVID-19 Relief Funds
-Upcoming Events
-Minister Info
-UUCH Board Members
-Church Info
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Happening Soon
Sunday, October 3
STP Week Begins
For ALL of the upcoming events, please click the "Check Events" button at the top of the newsletter or see the upcoming week's list near the end of the newsletter.
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"Your People are Mine"
Rev. Jaimie Dingus
10:45 AM
Chosen family, establishing boundaries,and a little bit of Queer Theology centered in the Book of Ruth! Join us for a time of worship and connection where we get real about the hard work of cultivating healthy relationships, and honor the people and spaces that love us well exactly as we are.
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Children & Youth Religious Education
Sunday, October 10
9:30 AM & 4:00 PM
VIRTUUAL CYRE will meet October 10 from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Children, youth, and families are all invited!
YOUUTH Group (grades 7-12) will meet October 10 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Zoom links will be shared via email. Contact Rev. Jaimie at Minister@uuch.org for more information.
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UUCH Board Updated COVID Policy |
Highlights of the policy are contained in the tier chart: |
Information about the full COVID policy can be found here.
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Adult Religious Education
Book Discussion
Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life
Join UUCH Adult Religious Education on November 7th and Nov. 14th at 5:00 p.m. for a Zoom Discussion of Richard Rohl’s book, Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life.”
This intriguing book explores a fresh way of thinking about spirituality that grows throughout life. Father Rohr draws on Buddhism, Jungian thought, twelve step programs, and Christianity, to propose that what looks like falling down can largely be experienced as "falling upward." Crisis, sorrows, sadness, pain, loss, and struggle are the elements of spiritual maturity that must be experienced in life in order to fully comprehend, contemplate, and appreciate the ups of the second half of life. When we break away from the norms and practices of our family and community, and leave our comfort zone and venture out, we can become a generative, developed person, seeing our life as more participative and joyful.
We will meet on two consecutive Sundays, November 7th and 14th, at 5 p.m. for a discussion of this inspiring book. Everyone is welcome. Brad Korb and Teri Thomas will facilitate. Registration is not required, but if you are coming, please drop us an email at Adult.RE@uuch.orgg so we can plan for the group. Adult RE has some copies of the book available for check out, if you would like to borrow one, just let us know via the email above.
To join the Zoom Meeting, log in at:
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UUCH Community Survey
Due October 15th
The Committee on Ministry is circulating a survey to the UUCH community to get input on the preferences and safety needs of our community as the Board continues to make policy decisions about Covid-19. This is a great opportunity to have your voice heard and to express what is most important to you as we work towards regathering.
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“New UU” Class
October 16th and October 23rd
10:00 AM – 11:45 AM
What does it mean to be a Unitarian Universalist? Join Rev. Jaimie, the Adult Religious Education Committee, and the Membership Committee as we offer a two-part series that explores important themes in UU congregational life.
We will discuss our worship and theology, history, covenant and polity, faith development, social justice, and membership. This program is particularly focused on introducing newcomers to UUCH, but those of you 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!
Mark your calendars now for the Saturday mornings of October 16th and 23rd at 10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. for this chance to learn, share, and be together. We will meet via Zoom, and we ask people to register to prepare for the number of participants. Contact Adult.RE@uuch.org to register or if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!
Submitted by Membership and Adult Religious Education
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Have you heard?
We are searching for a Director of Religious Education!
If you are or know of a great candidate to join our UUCH Worship team, find the job description here and email Rev. Jaimie to apply. |
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A Note from the Desk
As we make some transitions with our team here at UUCH, I am happy to be at the front desk filling in for Office Administrator.
Please know that your communication with the front desk and the newsletter will gladly come through me! I look forward to getting to know you all in an even greater capacity as we move forward both with music and admin!
Sending peace!
Demi
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Little Food Pantry
The LFP needs your help. Please sign up on the signup genius. For newcomers to buying food for it, here are some suggestions:
Proteins: canned tuna, Vienna sausages, ham, mac & cheese, pintos, beanie weenies, spaghetti & meatballs, pb & j.
Other: canned veggies, pasta, cereal, grits, soups, pancake mix, bananas, onions, potatoes, cabbage, apples.
Use your imagination! And a HUGE thank you to all of you who’ve filled it month after month. The need is there.
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Submitted by the Social Justice Committee |
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Donating by Text or Online
Our e-giving partner, Vanco is migrating to a new mobile app - “Vanco Mobile”. After September 30, giving with the GivePlus+ app will no longer be supported. To continue giving with a mobile app, download the Vanco Mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play to your mobile device and follow the instructions here. If you have already set up a login for GivePlus+, it will work on Vanco Mobile.
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By Text:
To give a plate offering to UUCH from your mobile device, text the amount (without dollar sign) to 833-559-0257, and follow the instructions. Text giving is by debit or credit card only.
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Online:
Like our other online and mobile giving options, this option is through Vanco, is secure, and has a good option for "plate" donations as well as "pledge" and "AHA".
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Submitted by the Finance Committee |
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"Gotta Keep on Moving Forward"
Rev. Jaimie Dingus
September 26, 2021
Have you missed a past virtual worship service? Want a midweek re-watch?
Fear not, you can visit here to watch a recording of the service.
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Remember, the building is closed,
but CHURCH is open!
Submitted by the Worship Committee
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COVID-19 Relief Funds Available
Funds are available for members of the congregation who have been negatively impacted financially by COVID-19.
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Care List
This Sunday at Our Circle of Candles:
Barbara Hitt lit a candle of gratitude: for the Care Committee members who helped Cheri Smith following her eye surgery. Thanks to Eleanor Schweinsberg, LaDawn Edwards, Nancy Pettus, Gail Williams, Jo Broussard, Tim Miller, and Barbara Hitt.
The Delaceys lit a candle of joy and sorrow: for their marching band getting all Superior Ratings! And sorrow for the 2 people killed and 1 injured at the shooting at Taco Bell in Guntersville last Wednesday night.
John Jeter lit a candle of gratitude and sorrow: for he and his wife, Derelene, receiving their booster vaccinations. And sorrow for the passing of three life-long friends last month.
Bryan Walls (he/him) lit a candle of healing: for his rotator cuff surgery this Tuesday morning.
Cheri Smith lit a candle of gratitude: for the meals last week following her surgery.
Angela Arnold lit a candle of healing: for her mother Donna, whose 77th birthday is today. On Tuesday she has spinal surgery at Emory University.
Tim and Theresa Miller lit a candle of healing: for their travel to Boston to support their daughter Vanessa through a health crisis.
Trao (he/him) lit a candle of joy and gratitude: for being able to get all the residents out of the homeless camp that got evicted without anyone getting further hurt or arrested!
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Upcoming Events
If you encounter a problem with a link, please check our Facebook page and website for possible updated information and links.
Sunday, October 3
Share the Plate Week Begins
CYRE
9:30 AM
Worship Service
10:45 AM
Tuesday, October 6
Soul Circle (Group A)
7:00 PM
Wednesday, October 6
Susan's Happy Hour
5:00 PM
Soul Circle (Group B)
7:00 PM
Choir Practice
7:00 PM
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Minister
Rev. Jaimie Dingus
Office Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday by appointment.
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UUCH 2020-21
Board Members
President:
John Schulz
Vice President:
Nick Wilbourn
Secretary:
Nancy Finley
Treasurer:
Bob Locklear
Trustees:
Suzey Delacey
Shalin Mody
Nancy Pettus
Minister:
Rev. Jaimie Dingus
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 is scheduled for Tuesday, October 26, 2021.
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Office Administrator
Demi VanderWerff, interim
Main Office Hours:
Tuesday – Thursday
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
*Please email office if you need building access.
Phone:
256-534-0508
For more info on any event, contact the church office or visit our website.
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The Overlook is a publication of The Unitarian Universalist Church,
3921 Broadmor Rd., Huntsville, AL 35810
Editor-in-Chief:
Laurel Bollinger
Copy Editor:
Demi VanderWerff
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Huntsville, AL 35814
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