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Newsletter for members and friends of Heritage Universalist Unitarian Church
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Worship Dates and Information
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For Sunday morning worship, on Sunday at 10:30 a.m., join us in the sanctuary at 2710 Newtown Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45244, or click the Zoom link that will appear in the service description at https://huuc.net/. The worship service and its attendees may be video recorded and appear later on various media.
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All-Ages Halloween Service
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On Sunday, October 29, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., Laci Lee Adams leads this all-ages Halloween service. The children's choir also sings.
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On Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., Rev. Bill Gupton leads us in one of the most poignant holy days of our church year, offering us a chance to remember.
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On Sunday, November 12, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., Rev. Bill Gupton leads this worship service that reflects on the recent election results and considers “what’s next” for us.
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“So Much to Be Thankful For”
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On this Sunday before Thanksgiving, November 19, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., Rev. Bill Gupton leads this worship service with deep gratitude for the gifts and blessings of this life.
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“Kinship Around the World”
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On Sunday, November 26, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., Rev. Alice Diebel leads this Thanksgiving weekend worship service that considers global poverty and gratitude for our abundance.
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On Sunday, December 3, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., Rev. Bill Gupton and HUUC lay leaders share their thoughts during this worship service, focusing on news and changes in the UUA and at HUUC.
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Rev. Bill Gupton discusses how, for him, November is a month of introspection.
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Presidents Corner: We Are the Lucky Ones
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Jaime Castle talks about how fall, her favorite season, leads her to cherish her senses, and time, and those she holds dear.
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I Wonder ... what makes you say “this is love!”?
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Laci Lee Adams takes lessons from how her child declares “This is Love” as they interact with her newborn.
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Are You Ready to Join Heritage?
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On Sunday, November 12, 2023, a new member ceremony will be held at Heritage. If you are interested in becoming a church member, please see Rev. Bill Gupton.
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Kentucky and Ohio residents are encouraged to vote their UU values on a governorship, abortion rights, school board races, and other matters in the November 7 election.
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Working to Fix the Ohio Redistricting Process
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From October 26 to November 30, at various times, training is offered in circulating petitions. The group "Citizens Not Politicians" is working to amend the Ohio constitution to fix the redistricting process.
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Speak Out to Support the Rights of Trans Teens
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During November 2023, use the easy tools in this article to write to Ohio state senators in support of the rights of trans teens.
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Remember Loved Ones at Heritage Acres on Nov. 2
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On November 2, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. or anytime in the afternoon, people who have loved ones or know someone buried at Heritage Acres are invited to visit.
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On Friday-Sunday, November 3-5, 2023, First Unitarian Church of Cincinnati hosts a weekend of spiritual and educational programming focusing on transgender lives.
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Online Book Study: “A People’s History of the United States”
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On certain Tuesdays, 7:30-9:00 p.m., from November 7, 2023, through May 7, 2024, the public is invited to an online study, via Zoom, of Howard Zinn’s book “A People’s History of the United States,” led by Rev. Dr. Alexander Riegel of First Unitarian Church of Cincinnati.
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Heritage Healthy Cooking Class
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On Thursday, November 9, 2023, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., help empower young people to make great food decisions. Volunteer to help by contacting Tracy Jo.
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Social Justice Collaborative Meeting
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On Sunday, November 19, 2023, at approximately 12:15 p.m., the Social Justice Collaborative will meet in the Heritage Room.
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Upcoming Memorial Service
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On December 17, at 2:00 p.m., a memorial service will be held for Gretchen Norman Elliston.
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On Saturday, October 28, at 7:00 p.m., join other Heritage people for a fun Halloween Ball for adults.
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On Wednesday, November 1, at 6:00 p.m., bring a dish of food to share with all.
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On Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., people who are relatively new to Heritage or are curious about our congregation are invited to a dinner.
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On Sunday, October 8, bring a dish of food to share with all, and join with others in a meal and conversation after the worship service.
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On Wednesday, November 15, at 7:00 p.m., the Babes with Books women's book club will meet to discuss "The Engineer's Wife."
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Ten Thousand Villages Holiday Sale and Bazaar
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On Saturday and Sunday, December 2-3, 2023, Heritage Church will host a sale and bazaar with Ten Thousand Villages as well as independent booths. Part of the proceeds benefit the church.
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The Clara Barton Guild Christmas Dinner
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On Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at 6:30 p.m., all women of the church are invited to the Christmas Dinner in the Great Hall.
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“A Court of Mist and Fury”
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On Sunday, December 17, and Tuesday, December 28, 2023, the Banned Book Club discusses “A Court of Mist and Fury,” by Sarah J. Maas.
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Heritage Member Participates in “Out of the Darkness” Walk
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On October 1, 2023, Rebecca Pace joined other Unitarian Universalists in the “Out of the Darkness Walk” for the Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
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Board Briefs for October 2023
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At its September meeting the HUUC Board of Trustees discussed the FEMA grant, Laci's return from maternity leave, and the auction.
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Highlights from the official church records of 1848, which included references to famous Cincinnatian Griffin Yeatman.
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Get Weekly Updates
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People in the Google Group “huuc-announcements” get a few Heritage-related announcement emails each week, including a summary on Monday of the upcoming activities and worship. If you would like to receive huuc-announcement emails, please send an email requesting it to the church administrator. For the email address, please click the "Contact Information" link a little further down.
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Heirloom
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A publication of
Heritage Universalist Unitarian Church
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Rev. Bill Gupton, Senior Minister
Rev. Doak Mansfield, Minister Emeritus
Jaime Castle, Board President
Laci Lee Adams, Director of Lifespan Faith Development
Sherry McCamley, Music Director and Accompanist
Steve McCamley, Choir Director
Martha Viehmann, Church Administrator
Kevin Palmer, Technology Coordinator
Russ Araujo, Heirloom Editor
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Submissions for the next Heirloom are due November 22, 2023.
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