CYRE News

Pre-K – Fifth Grade

To recognize the rhythms of nature and the everlasting cycle of beginnings and endings, this weekend we will learn about the Pagan holy day, Samhain (saah-ween). At Samhain, the veil is thin between the world of the living and the realm of the Dead and this facilitates contact and communication. For those who have lost loved ones in the past year, Samhain rituals can be an opportunity to bring closure to grieving and to further adjust to their being in the Otherworld by spiritually communing with them.

Sixth – Twelfth Grade

As we conclude this month of delving into heritage and what it means to us, our YoUUth group will learn more about their local heritage. Named by Indigenous peoples and meaning “camp site,” Alabama (a Muskogean word “Alibamu”) was settled by variety of different Indigenous tribes for centuries. Today, our city is surrounded by a culture that we are entirely alienated from and the goal this weekend is to address that cultural dissonance by uncovering the roots that lay beneath our feet.

Upcoming Events:

10/28 – Trunk or Treat 5PM – 8PM SIGN UP HERE!!!

Our Trunk or Treat event was published by Rocket City Mom! Check it out here!

UUCH ABCs Annual Auction Time!

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: Donate an item, service or party offering to the auction by November 4 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

• Bring your donation item to the church starting Sunday November 5 and ending Saturday November 11 at 10:00 a.m.

• Next: Seek donations from your favorite local business. Just show them our letter available here. Hard copy will also be available at the church.

• Third step: Party prep! Bring hearty snacks to share. Help with setting up or tearing down. Many hands make light work. If you are willing to assist please sign up here or email service.auction@uuch.org

• Final step: Bidding! This will be a live auction event. Bidding must be bid in-person, by proxy, or by Zoom chat during the event. Pre-event bidding is available for "Silent" auction items up until the day before the event. Raffle tickets may also be purchased online before the event. However, final bids for all items will be taken by the auction team at the event. Those who wish to bid but cannot attend in person are encouraged to use a proxy bidder or attend via Zoom.

In summary, join us on Nov 11 at 5:30 p.m. at UUCH for a lively evening of music, food, fellowship and friendly bidding to raise money for our beloved community.

Sponsored by the Sterwardship Committee

ARE YOU READY TO BECOME A MEMBER?

If you’ve been attending UUCH long enough to know that this church community feels like your spiritual home, you may be ready to take the next step and become a member of this congregation.

Rev. Jaimie soon plans to welcome new members as they “sign the book” and officially join our church. If you are ready to become a member or would like to find out more about the process, please contact Pam Korb at membership@uuch.org.

RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBERSHIP

Because we are a democratic community, members are collectively vested with responsibility for the congregation. Members may vote at all congregational meetings, be elected to the governing Board, be appointed as committee chairs, and participate in all activities of the congregation.

Because we are a covenanted congregation, members have certain responsibilities to the congregation and to each other. These responsibilities are best fulfilled by:

• Regular attendance at worship
• Voting at congregational meetings
• Making financial contributions
• Contributing time and talent
• Spiritual growth and development

Submitted by the Membership Committee

UUCH Ofrenda

It’s that time of year again! Once again, our very own Ana DeLacey, of proud Méxican descent, has designed and installed our Día de los Muertos ofrenda. It’s ready for you to help it grow! 

You’re invited to bring a photo or memento of loved ones (including pets) who have passed to place on our ofrenda in the sanctuary. The ofrenda will remain up until the afternoon of Sunday, November 5th. 

SoulCollage Class

Sunday, November 5 from 1-3 will be the last class in this series. New as well as returning participants are welcome!

Led by certified facilitator Sally Locklear, SoulCollage© is an expressive arts practice done individually or in community. It is an easy, enjoyable, intuitive collage process for self-discovery and community. Participants make their own decks of collaged cards for their personal use from images. Founded by Seena B Frost, the SoulCollage© method helps people discover their unique inner/outer guides and challengers and strengthen their intuition and creativity. You can learn more about SoulCollage© on their official website soulcollage.com



All materials will be provided, but feel free to supplement by gathering images from magazines, online photo sharing website or bring photos of loved ones. If you interested, please let us know so we can plan accordingly. Sign-up sheets are in the fellowship hall or contact Sally Locklear at sallylocklear@mac.com or call 512-657-6169.

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

Sanctuary Aesthetics Survey Last Chance!

Dear UUCH,

Leaders in our congregation including members of the Worship Arts Team, have begun a conversation about how our Sanctuary looks, specifically the stained glass windows that adorn our space and our pews. Follow this link to learn more about the conversation and to complete a survey by October 31st and share your thoughts and ideas!

Circle of Candles

John Czachurski lit a candle of Sorrow: "My father passed away last Monday night. I would appreciate the UU Community keeping me and my family in their thoughts and prayers."

Heather Kyemba lit a candle of Sorrow: "My father-in-law, Henry Kyemba, died last Wednesday in Kampala, Uganda."

LaDawn Edwards lit a candle of Joy: "Betty Clemens, founding member of Huntsville Feminist Chorus, died recently, after 9 decades of Love & Music."