Announcements
November's Share the Plate Recipient
The Disaster Relief Fund is part of a covenant: a covenant between the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and congregations, between congregations who give generously and those in need, and with our community partners. Among other things, the UUA is currently assisting congregations and communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.
**Last month, a check totaling $1,237.00 was donated to Peace Promise. Thank you for supporting our beloved community with your generous plate gifts!**
Renovations Town Hall
TODAY AFTER SERVICE
Come check in on the progress of Operation Next Gen! Following the service today, the Capital Campaign Task Force will present information on where we are in the renovations planning process (approximately half-way through). We will let you know what changes we are planning, what options we have, and what costs we are projecting. You may ply the team with questions AND one of our architects from Beers + Hoffman will be on hand to explain some of the thorny questions that involve building codes or architectural challenges. Bring your most forward-looking self as we actually MAKE IT SO!
Next Sunday - November 24
"Shadows and Solitude"
Rev. Bran Lennox
10:30 am
Loneliness is an issue that impacts many of us at various points in our lives. It can feel particularly acute during the holiday season. Whether you find peace in solitude, are longing for connection, or a little of both, join us as we explore what it means when we feel most alone.
Toiletry Drive for Gather the Spirit for Justice!
The Gather the Spirit for Justice community center has been making a difference on Allison Hill for over 20 years. They improve lives in the neighborhood in many ways, including providing free toiletries to local residents who attend the weekly breakfasts.
UCH has agreed to collect toiletry donations throughout the month of November to help replenish their much-needed supplies. The most-needed items are:
Toothbrushes/toothpaste
Laundry pods (baggies of 5 or large container)
Shampoo/conditioner
Soap bars/body wash
Lotion
Toilet paper
Deodorant
Pads/tampons
Thank you for contributing items during November. Please place them in or near the designated basket in the foyer. For questions, contact Karen Baker.
Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed
Our lead coffee hour volunteer, Michael, will be traveling at the end of the year. We need some amazing members to step in and help run coffee hour December 8-29. There will be a signup sheet on the coffee cart. You may also sign up by contacting our Volunteer Coordinator at kate.d.carpenter@gmail.com.
Please note: This volunteer task will be easier if you come in early on any Sunday in November to go over the coffee-making process with Michael. On your Sunday in December, please be downstairs at 9:30 AM to get everything set up. Fellow UCH member Ed Good will be there each week to put out all the snacks and offer general assistance. Thank you in advance!!
Members and friends can submit joys and/or sorrows to be read (with your permission) during a Sunday service. Submissions sent before Friday at noon will be read that Sunday, all others will be held for the next week.
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