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Sunday Service, December 28, 2025 ~ 11 a.m.
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Getting to Know UU
in Poetry
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With Steve Hollingsworth, Ian Seaton, Dylan Kussman, Gale Audier and Sam Howard
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UUCC has had poets as long as we have existed. The broader UU movement also treasures its poets. This Sunday we highlight UUCC poets Nancy Beel, who was clearly UUCC's poet laureate from 2009 until shortly before her death in 2016; Ian Seaton, a UUCC member and published poet from California, whose latest book just came out last month; and Sam Howard, who is just getting started as a poet. Poets Mary Oliver, Lynn Ungar, and Jane Kenyon will also be featured. Dylan Kussman will emcee and read some of his haikus he posted on BlueSky. The vibe will be lowkey. Continental breakfast items and a few other treats will be available after the service.
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This final Forum of the year, Sunday, December 28, was going to be a recap of AI for the year, but, one of the adjacent areas of AI is robotics. Since we haven't discussed the implications of smart robots on our lives... Let's dive in!
As a primer, a few questions:
1. What does it mean to have an "intelligent" robot?
2. What would you expect it to do for you?
3. What lines do you draw when thinking about a robot in your life?
Come and imagine the future, for good or not so good!
Looking forward to seeing you!
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5: OO PM Seedlings Group*
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4:30 PM Standing Out Chattanooga*
UUCC Office Closed
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7:00 PM Eating Disorders Anonymous*
UUCC Office Closed
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10:00 AM Small Group Ministry*
UUCC Office Open 8:30-6
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6:00 PM Narcotics Anonymous Meditation Meeting*
UUCC office Open 11-2
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11 A.M. Cumberlands Hiking Club Event (reserved from 8 a.m.)
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*These are standing group reservations.
Please check with the group to be sure they plan to meet during the holiday weeks.
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Keeping you updated . . .
Rev. Mandy Delays Return to Care for Son
Rev. Mandy's son Isaiah was in a life-threatening motorcycle accident almost two months ago. Severe injuries, including to his brain, have resulted in extensive treatments. He is now undergoing care at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, one of the nation's top rehabilitation centers. Rev. Mandy has been living in an apartment there so she can be part of his daily treatments. They hope he'll be ready to return home December 30, but will require more physical therapy and care.
Rev. Mandy has requested to change her return day from the beginning of January, to February 1 so she can manage Isaiah's care. The Board of Trustees and Personnel Committee are working on the details. Our wonderful WOWZER (Working on Worship) Committee has agreed to plan more inspiring Sunday services through January.
Rev. Mandy is deeply grateful for all the well wishes, cards, and good thoughts UUCC has been sending her way. Please continue to keep Isaiah and the entire Goheen family in your thoughts.
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UUCC Community Engagement & Worship Experience Survey
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As we wrap up sabbatical and our time of lay-led services, WoWzers (Working on Worship committee) would once again love to hear your voice. We are looking for your feedback on services, community events, and many other aspects of our church life.
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Please take a few moments to fill out this survey and give us your heartfelt thoughts. We welcome all ideas, criticisms, and praise!
If anyone would like a written survey, we would be happy to get them one.
Here is the link to start the survey.
As always, it is anonymous so please speak freely.
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Thank you all for participation!
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UUCC Peace Dove Banners
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An Exhibit by UUCC Members and Friends
This is the seventh year UUCC has displayed member-created Peace Dove banners during winter holidays. In 2018, Lynne Higgins called for members talented in fabric art to create dove-themed banners.
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The banners displayed this year are created by Lynne Higgins, Jen Horning, Leslie O'Rear, Diana Solomon, and Leila and Tori Rose.
The banner shown above is Lynne Higgins.
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Kwanza Event Tomorrow, 12/27
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Enjoy the celebration of Kwanza, Saturday, Dec. 27 3 p.m. at the
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Eastdale Village Community United Methodist Church
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Office Hours Week of
December 28
SUN: 8:00AM - 2:30PM
MON: CLOSED
TUE: CLOSED
WED: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
THU: CLOSED
FRI: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
SAT: CLOSED
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