Weekly Newsletter

July 9, 2026

A statue of Henry David Thoreau stands in front of his cabin at Walden pond. White text on a brown overlay reads "Living Deliberately, Acting Courageously: Inspiration from ThoreauLauren Daniell (She/Her) & Donna Dier (She/Her)"

Sunday, July 12 | 10:30 AM

at Horizon & Live-streamed


In these uncertain times we can turn to our religious ancestor, Henry David Thoreau, for guidance and inspiration. Drawing on Thoreau’s life and writings during the turbulent years leading up to the Civil War, we will explore the sacred call to care for the Earth, the moral power of civil disobedience, and how Thoreau’s legacy still calls us to act with conscience, resilience, and love for our interconnected world.

Next Sunday

Let's Talk About Stuff: Clutter and How to Manage, Accept, or even Love it

April Barlow (She/Her)

THIS SUNDAY AT HORIZON

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Summer Women's
Journey Group

2nd and 4th Sundays at 8:30am June - Aug


Visit our woman-aligned group for personal growth and support through deep sharing and connection. Join us in Portable 9 this summer for any of our sessions. Click here for more information and to RSVP.

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Sunday Morning Forum

Sundays at 9am in person and on Zoom


Free and Responsible Search for Topics

We will pick a topic in each meeting during July. Let us know your interests! We invite you to suggest topics via email or on Sunday mornings at the forum sessions.

Click for more information

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Church Potluck


Bring a dish to share for potluck this Sunday, July 12 after the service. All are welcome!

A black "Y" is imposed over the flame of the Horizon logo reminiscent of an "A". Black text underneath reads "Horizon Young Adults".

Young Adult Forum

This Sunday at 12:30pm


Young adults are invited to gather in the portable couch room this Sunday for the Young Adult Group’s tri-annual meeting to help our group run smoothly!

THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS

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Office Closure

Into the week of July 15


The Administration Office is currently closed due to necessity. We hope everyone has a good week!

ON THE HORIZON

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Young Adult Lunch

Next Sunday, July 19 at 12:30pm


Young Adults are invited to gather next Sunday for food and fellowship. Look for the location decision in next week's Newsletter.

Interested in joining the Young Adult group?Request to join our Discord!

A white, orange, and purple ribbon with the words "Rest & Resistance" sits on a light green background. Black text reads "SAVE THE DATE! Horizon Women's Retreat October 2-4 2026 Lake Murray State Park, OK"

2026 Horizon Women's Retreat

Registration opens July 23


Save the date for this year's Women's Retreat at Lake Murray State Park from October 2-4.

THIS MONTH

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Soul Matters

Soul Matters provides monthly themes for worship, RE, small groups, and more yearly from September - June. Check back in September for our next theme, "Beginnings."

Logo: Metrocrest Services: Building a Stronger Community Together

Share the Plate

This month we give to support Metrocrest Services - supporting families and seniors. To give online, click below and select the "Share the Plate Donation" fund.

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Monthly Art

This month's Sanctuary artist is Helen Garza. Her photography is rooted in sunlight. Helen's exhibit will stay through July. Please email the Horizon Art Team for purchases.

CARING COMMUNITY

If you have a big joy or sorrow that you feel comfortable sharing with our whole church community, please contact Pastoral Care at pastoralcare@horizonuu.org and let them know.


Request Sunday Flowers for a specific person or event. All other plants and flowers may be taken home after service for a donation to our Sunday Flower Fund.

Links

1641 W. Hebron Parkway

Carrollton, Texas 75010

(972) 492-4940

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