CYRE News

Pre-K – fifth & sixth – 12^th Grade

This week we are focusing on the gift of heritage and embracing our past through a truthful, inclusive, and respectful lens. We are going to explore how our faith calls us to always widen our understanding of roots and remember that there are stories from Indigenous Peoples, Enslaved Persons, and other historically silenced groups from which we can learn.

To further celebrate our history and build bridges between generations, our kids will be performing with our UUCH Choir Today. One of our dear UUCH members, John Jeter, collaborated with our dedicated Musical Director, Lori Larson, to compose an original song titled "Young and Old Together." Our kids have been practicing this song for almost the last month and I look forward to this combined performance. Ms. Lori has asked that children and youth arrive at 10 AM to practice before the service.

Upcoming Events:

10/8 – Practice with Choir, 10 a.m.

10/28 – Trunk or Treat 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

**Donations/Loans Needed**

The CYRE Committee is hosting a Trunk or Treat this year and we need your help! We are looking for Halloween decorations, inflatables, and outside games (cornhole, etc) from anyone who would be willing to loan these items for the event. Also, if you are interested we could use donations of small items that could be handed out for prizes. Please contact Kristen Warrington at dre@uuch.org for if interested.

Save the Date - Liz Hurley Ribbon Run on Saturday, October 21

Please make your plans now to join the UUCH Fellowship Committee at the 2023 Liz Hurley Ribbon Run to support breast cancer research.

Join the Huntsville UUters at the 20th Liz Hurley Ribbon Run on Saturday, October 21. Click here to join our team. If you don't have an RunSignUp account, you will be asked to create one.

Money will never be a barrier to participating in Fellowship at UUCH. If you need financial assistance to participate, please contact Rev. Jaimie at minister@uuch.org.

We look forward to seeing you! Contact Sarah Rody at sarahsrody28@gmail.com or Steve Rittenberg at srittenberg@gmail.com if you have questions.

Sponsored by the Fellowship Committee

New UU Classes Start Oct 8th

New UU Class series at UUCH

Sunday, Oct 8th, 15th, 22nd

9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

What does it mean to be a Unitarian Universalist? You are invited to attend a three-part class at UUCH that explores important themes in UU congregational life.

We will discuss UU 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 Sunday mornings of Oct 8th, 15th, and 22nd from 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. for this chance to learn, to share, and to be together. The classes will be held in the Adult Religious Education classroom at UUCH, located at the back of the Religious Education wing. Nancy Finley and Pam Korb will facilitate the discussion. Childcare will be provided.

Contact membership@uuch.org for further information. We look forward to seeing you in class!

Submitted by Adult RE and Membership Committees

Children’s Books Collection

Books for children of all ages are still being collected for donation to the Village of Promise, a local non-profit founded to address the needs of children and families in distressed, high-poverty neighborhoods. The Village of Promise provides programs for entire families in an effort to help break the cycle of poverty; it is particularly focused on improving children’s reading skills.

If you have children’s books that you no longer need and would like to donate them, please bring them to the Church and place them in the bin located in the Fellowship Hall.

Thank you so very much for your support!

Sponsored by the Social Justice Committee

Fall 2023 Auction

It's as easy as ABC! It’s ABC Auction Party time– Nov 11! Let’s raise funds for our church and have fun at the same time!

First, contribute an item, service, or party offering to the auction using our page in Auctria. If you have difficulty with the site, feel free to email the donation information to service.auction@uuch.org. Please include contact information, description, value, starting bid and a photo. UUCH link for Auctria: https://auctria.events/uuch



Optional step: Seek donations from your favorite local business! Just show them our letter available here. Hardcopy will also be available at the church.

Second step: Bidding! Online bidding begins Oct 28 and ends Nov 11. You do not have to be present at the ABCs Auction Party to win!

Third step: Party prep! If you are willing to assist, please email service.auction@uuch.org. Signup sheets will be available soon!

Final Step: Fall Fun Party time! Join us on Nov. 11 at 5:30 p.m. at UUCH for our annual fundraising auction. See the items for bid or raffle in person. Enjoy music, food, fellowship and friendly bidding to raise money for our beloved community.

Sponsored by the Stewardship Committee