In This Issue
-Upcoming Service
-From the Pulpit
-COVID Policy
-Holiday Messages for Incarcerated UUs
-Become a Member!
-Outdoor Dining
-Ala Hispanic Ass. Christmas Party
-LFP
-Donate with Text Message
-In Case You Missed It
-COVID-19 Relief Funds
-Care List
-Upcoming Events
-Minister Info
-UUCH Board Members
-Church Info
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Happening Soon
In- Person Worship
Dec 12, 10:45 am
Fellowship Offsite Dining
Dec 9, 5:30pm
West End Grille
Ala Hispanic Ass. Christmas Party
Dec 4, 10 am- 1 pm
Board Meeting
Dec. 14, 5pm
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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"The Light Kept Shining"
Rev. Jaimie
10:45 AM, Sunday Dec 5
The central story of Hanukkah is a story of discovering that against all the odds, we have what we need to thrive. In challenge and in joy, how might we live that lesson?
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From the Pulpit
Dear UUCH,
As we prepare for the holidays, I know that we have many questions about our future going forward.
Blessings and peace,
Rev. Jaimie
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UUCH Board Updated COVID Policy |
Information about the full COVID-19 policy can be found below. Additionally, the October Board report can be found here.
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Holiday Messages for Incarcerated UUs
For many, the holiday season can be a lonely time. Those who are experiencing incarceration are often particularly vulnerable to isolation and loneliness. You can make a real difference! Write a holiday greeting and the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Larger Fellowship can help! Click into this sign-up link if you'd like to participate! Need more information? Contact Zena Tucker via email at zenatucker3@gmail.com.
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UUCH Fellowship
Offsite Dining Event
When: Thursday, December 9 @ 5:30 pm
Where: West End Grille, 6610 Old Madison Pike, Suite 109, Huntsville, AL 35806
Our October and November dining events have been fun for everyone! Please join the UUCH Fellowship Committee for this month's dining adventure. Join us on Thursday, December 9 at West End Grille, 6610 Old Madison Pike, Suite 109, Huntsville, AL 35806. We will enjoy dinner and fellowship. Look for the UUCH t-shirts. Safe to assume we will be dining inside this month.
Next Offsite dining event: TBD.
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Alabama Hispanic Association Christmas Party
The Alabama Hispanic Association will host its annual Christmas Party on Dec 4th at UUCH from 10 am - 1 pm! The party is done drive-by style this year in the church's parking lot.
Our church has a loving relationship with this group, and we desire to continue to uplift the association in any way possible. Please make monetary donations for the 29 youth we’re helping. Donate by check or on our UUCH website.
We are also collecting new or lightly used stuffed animals for the younger kids choosing. Please drop by the church during office hours T&Th 11 am to 3 pm and Wed 1:30 to 5:30 pm, and Friday from 10am onward. Additional donations are being taken for the AHA Fruit and Veggie Drive. Please sign up via the Sign Up Genius here.
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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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"Worthy Now"
Church of the Larger Fellowship
Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021
Last week's service was brought to you by Church of the Larger Fellowship's prison ministry Worthy Now. To learn more click here.
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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:
UUCH was unable to record our Joys and Sorrows this week, but we share in collective joy at the prospect of gathering in person on Sunday, December 12th.
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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.
Worship Service
Dec 5
10:45 AM
Choir Practice
UUCH
7:00
Alabama Hispanic Associate Christmas Party
December 4, 10 AM - 1 PM
UUCH Parking Lot
In-person Worship
Dec 12
UUCH Sanctuary
Soul Circle (Group B)
7:00 PM
UUCH Board Meeting
Dec 14, 5:00 PM
Zoom
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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, December 14, 2021 at 5:00 pm.
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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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