This entry is part 75 of 90 in the series Community News
JIM SCOTTUU Activist/UU Artistat the UUCH November 19th 7:00-9:00 p.m.!
We are pleased to announce a performance by renowned musician Jim Scott to be held here at the church on November 19th!
About Jim Scott: Over the past 26 years Jim Scott has visited more than 500 UU Churches across the US, Canada and UK, leading services, offering benefit concerts, and workshops. Jim’s hymn“Gather the Spirit” has become one of the most loved hymns across the denomination and his music is sung from church choirs to campfires. His new CD, “Gather the Spirit” features many of his songs included in the UU Hymnbooks. Formerly the Co-Chair of the UU Ministry for the Earth, Jim helped create the “Green Sanctuary” program. He was awarded a grant from the Fund for Unitarian Universalism to create “The Earth and Spirit Songbook,” a collection of over 100 songs of earth and peace by many contemporary composers, providing worship and RE materials that celebrate these ideals. A past board member of the UU Musicians’ Network as well, Jim has long been at the forefront of the movement for new music in the denomination.
Years of activism are reflected in Jim’s work. His songs, poetry and short stories address issues of ecology, justice and peace with insight and gentle wit. As a member of the Paul Winter Consort, Jim was co-creator of the monumental choral work. His list of published choral works continues to grow and his musical creativity includes soundtracks for PBS, a stage musical, and many recordings of songs. Jim’s musical-activist journeys have included concert collaborations with renowned Jazz, Classical, and Folk artists as well as numerous concerts with choirs. He regularly performs his engaging songs for children in schools and intergenerational concerts. Further info can be found on Jim’s web site:Missa Gaia/Earth Masswww.JimScottMusic.com
Make plans now to attend!
Admission to the November 19th concert is $10 for adults, $5 for students (13-18) and free for kids 12 & under. Advance tickets will be available at the church.
All are welcome. The Unitarian Universalist Church of Huntsville is an open, welcoming faith community. Whatever your spiritual journey, you are welcome here.
Coffeeand conversationfollows each worship service.
Our Vision: An inclusive, diverse religious community that nurtures each other in our free and responsible search for truth and meaning, inspiring all ages to individual and social transformation.
Our Mission: Our inspirational, challenging, and diverse ministries will:
Foster lifelong spiritual growth
Support strong social justice action
Let people know We are here and that we welcome diversity.
This entry is part 31 of 31 in the series Upcoming Services
It is once again time to welcome A Guest At Your Table, share bread and stories with one another and consider, in gratitude for all that we have, how we may be a blessing to others.
You are invited tobring your favorite bread, or a bread that represents something of your family heritage or traditions, and tell us why it issignificant. Or, just come enjoy the communal sharing of bread and memories of others.
The Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) Guest At Your Table program will be explained, and the familiar little boxes will be distributed.
This entry is part 90 of 90 in the series Community News
JIM SCOTT: This Friday Night!!
UUCH is pleased to bring you Jim Scott in concert on Friday, November 19th, 7-9pm, here at the church!
Share the enthusiasm ofUUs across the country who’veenjoyed theexperience of a Jim Scott concert. Because Jim is performing in Nashville on Sunday, we were able to get him to come to Huntsville on Friday night.
About Jim Scott: Over the past 26 years Jim Scott has visited more than 500 UU Churches across the US, Canada and UK, leading services, offering benefit concerts, and workshops. Jim’s hymn “Gather the Spirit” has become one of the most loved hymns across the denomination and his music is sung from church choirs to campfires.
Jim’s musical-activist journeys have included concert collaborations with renowned Jazz, Classical, and Folk artists as well as numerous concerts with choirs. He regularly performs his engaging songs for children in schools and intergenerational concerts. Further info can be found on Jim’s web site: www.JimScottMusic.com
Admission to the November 19th concert is $10 for adults, $5 for students (13-18) and free for kids 12 & under.
WLRH will be promoting the concert and Kay Campbell has written an article for the Times, which is also posted toAL.com (see here.) So, if you don’t already have your ticket, come early to be assured of a seat!
This entry is part 88 of 90 in the series Community News
December 5th & 12th, right after Church!
Here’s your chance to buy unique holiday gifts, and help the church, too–10% of vendor profits go to the church!
Pottery, jewelry, soap, decorative and useful objects–there is something for every taste!
If you would like to participate in the craft fair as a vendor, please contact Malcolm Goodman at mudmanmal@aol.com
Then come discuss it with us on Sunday, Dec. 12, 9 a.m.
Three Cups of Tea: One Man’s Mission to Promote Peace… One School at a Timeby Greg Mortenson & David Relin
Everyone is welcome to discuss this inspiring account of a man who through a series of unexpected events, in a remote area most of us will never see, began to change the world.
Meet for coffee or tea at 9 a.m.; discussion starts at 9:15. Everyone is welcome. Alice Dilbeck and Nancy Finley will facilitate.
Contact Nancy Finley (finleyn@uah.edu) if you need help acquiring a book or for further info. If you need childcare during this time, please contact Nancy at least a week before the event.
This entry is part 86 of 90 in the series Community News
Going, Going, GONE!
The 2010 Service Auction isnow justa sweet memory, but we can look forward to the fabulous dinners andservices throughout thenext year.This year’s auctionraised $10,907 which I have on good authorityis one forour record books.
A huge thank you to all those who donated their time and made our auction such a success. From the set-up/clean-up team: Pam Korb, Jerome Belcher, Eleanor Schweinsberg, Carol Youkey, Nancy Finley, Gail Williams, CheriSmith; to our one-woman advertising jingle writer: Deedee Moore; to the Smorgasbord Chef: Jefflyn Weed; to the Beverage Team: Jo Broussard, Jeanne DeFrance, Barbara Hitt, Gary Hitt, and Bobby Hall; to the Registration Table, Gloria Guay and Ken Shrider; and to the Administrative/Techno Crew: Alice Dilbeck, Betsy Applegate, David Bollinger and Abby Ellingwood. A special thank you goes to our auctioneer Ward Welty, our MC Rev. Alice, and to Alli Johnson who provided our musical entertainment.
And finally, thank you to all who donated items, dinners,and services and to all who purchased these items, dinnersand services.
We could not have had an auction without you.
This entry is part 25 of 25 in the series Capital Campaign
The Road to Our New Home
PSPC visited the UU Church of Birmingham (UUCB) on Sunday to tour their church, learn about their process, and glean “lessons learned” from when they sold their church and searched for a home. New members and friends may not know that Rev. Alice was the Director of Religious Education there during the years of that search, and David Syltie was actively involved. [...] PSPC Report
This entry is part 85 of 90 in the series Community News
Thanks to these generous Area Businesses
who donated items to our Service Auction
Please show your appreciation and support of them by stopping in
Goin’ to the Dogs and Cats, a locally-owned Pet Supply and Dog Wash located in Five Points on Wellman Avenue, 256-489-3707
Massage Therapist Gail Whelan at the Healing Arts Center, 256-534-2954
Matrix Gym, a 24-hour fitness center at 3228 Leeman Ferry Road, 256-533-5599
The Kaffeeklatsch, 103 Jefferson Street, 256-539-1636
Massage Therapist Danny Ricketts at “Just a Trim Design,” 504C Jordan Lane, 256-539-6320
GiGi’s Cupcakes, 2109 Whitesburg Drive South, 256-270-9950
Hair Stylist Ginger Hopkins at “Just a Trim Design,” 504C Jordan Lane, 256-539-6320
This entry is part 30 of 31 in the series Upcoming Services
This Sunday, November 14th:
and Wafa Hakim Orman
Our guest speaker, Wafa Hakim Orman, teaches economics at U. A. Huntsville. She is originally from Mumbai, India, and moved to the US in 2002. She was born & raised a Muslim, and attends services at the Huntsville Islamic Center. Shejoins us Sundayas a concerned citizen and a passionate believer in Interfaith Mission Service’s aims of furthering understanding between people of different faiths and unifying our community.
Respect for the interdependent web of all existence, of which we are a part.
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