Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal
Mar
29
5:30 PM17:30

Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal

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Stone Soup is a FREE monthly community meal on the final Friday of the month. Diners can park and come inside the Social Hall to enjoy a meal with others, or walk in to pick up a takeout meal for themselves or family members, a neighbor, or friend. Meals will be available from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, or until supplies run out. Bags of non-perishable groceries will also be available. This meal is open to all! We appreciate all of the volunteers who make this meal happen each month, and our partners, the Jewish Congregation of Oak Ridge and Kroger Marketplace.

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Sunday Morning Worship: A Tomb is No Place to Stay
Mar
31
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: A Tomb is No Place to Stay

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Easter tells a story of brokenness, rife with suffering and shame. It is the ancient story generations have told again and again, written in blood. Perhaps this tale of fragility and darkness and wide open wonder is especially relevant today.

Join us Sunday morning for our March worship series: "Transformation." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay for coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes take place from 11:15 to 12:15. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

At 12:15, all children from nursery through fifth grade are welcome to join in the Easter Egg Hunt. Bring a basket!

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal
Apr
26
5:30 PM17:30

Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal

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Stone Soup is a FREE monthly community meal on the final Friday of the month. Diners can park and come inside the Social Hall to enjoy a meal with others, or walk in to pick up a takeout meal for themselves or family members, a neighbor, or friend. Meals will be available from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, or until supplies run out. Bags of non-perishable groceries will also be available. This meal is open to all! We appreciate all of the volunteers who make this meal happen each month, and our partners, the Jewish Congregation of Oak Ridge and Kroger Marketplace.

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Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal
May
31
5:30 PM17:30

Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal

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Stone Soup is a FREE monthly community meal on the final Friday of the month. Diners can park and come inside the Social Hall to enjoy a meal with others, or walk in to pick up a takeout meal for themselves or family members, a neighbor, or friend. Meals will be available from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, or until supplies run out. Bags of non-perishable groceries will also be available. This meal is open to all! We appreciate all of the volunteers who make this meal happen each month, and our partners, the Jewish Congregation of Oak Ridge and Kroger Marketplace.

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Rainbow Camp 2024
Jun
24
to Jun 28

Rainbow Camp 2024

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This annual week-long summer program is designed for children entering kindergarten through rising 6th graders (with opportunities for teen leaders in grades 7 through 12). Rainbow Camp is held daily, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Campers engage in fun activities—crafts, cooking, dancing, story telling, and outdoor play, all centered around a theme (to be announced in Spring 2024). For more information, contact Director of Youth Faith Formation Christine Rehder at crehder@oruuc.org.

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Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal
Jun
28
5:30 PM17:30

Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal

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Stone Soup is a FREE monthly community meal on the final Friday of the month. Diners can park and come inside the Social Hall to enjoy a meal with others, or walk in to pick up a takeout meal for themselves or family members, a neighbor, or friend. Meals will be available from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, or until supplies run out. Bags of non-perishable groceries will also be available. This meal is open to all! We appreciate all of the volunteers who make this meal happen each month, and our partners, the Jewish Congregation of Oak Ridge and Kroger Marketplace.

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Sunday Morning Worship: The Colors of Spring
Mar
24
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: The Colors of Spring

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In India, spring is celebrated with great joy and lots of color in the festival of Holi. We'll honor the Hindu culture by exploring this tradition. There will be a colorful blessing and special Indian treats!

Join us Sunday morning for our March worship series: "Transformation." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay for coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes take place from 11:15 to 12:15. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunday Morning Worship: Born of the Earth
Mar
17
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: Born of the Earth

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An interdependent world is like an immense web, and every action has consequences for the rest of the web. When we recognize the connections between the parts of the living earth it can restore a sense of balance and transform our lives. Cuban dancer Elier Estrada is a special guest as we celebrate the emergence of Spring!

Join us Sunday morning for our March worship series: "Transformation." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay for coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes are canceled for Oak Ridge Schools’ Spring Break. Instead, all are welcome to create art using air dry clay during a multigenerational hour after worship until 12:15.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Pathways to Deeper Engagement
Mar
16
9:30 AM09:30

Pathways to Deeper Engagement

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The ORUUC community is an energetic place. Sometimes trying to find a “way in” to this busy church feels like trying to join in a game of jump rope while the rope is twirling, and other jumpers are already in the game. On Saturday, March 16th from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Rev. Lisa and some current members (i.e., those who were newcomers at an earlier date) will lead a brief intro to ORUUC and Unitarian Universalism. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBVMW0HVvYx-yKlJg3TerG97pu74aB1FSgHBA8PWjIeH3AgQ/viewform?usp=sharing.

The goals are to get to know our newcomers (what’s your spiritual journey been like, and how can ORUUC be a resource for you in your continued growth?), help new folks get to know each other, and of course to help newcomers learn more about the church, its mission and core values. We’ll take a brief look at history (of UU and ORUUC), talk about the mutual expectations of entering a spiritual community, and how to find ways to serve and be served.

If you’re just getting to know ORUUC, this is a great way to find out more in a less crowded space than Sunday after service. And if you’re considering membership, we’ll talk about that process. Sign up by March 9 to join us! 

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Sunday Morning Worship: Be Like Water
Mar
10
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: Be Like Water

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Water takes many forms, indeed it transforms on its journeys in and through and above the earth. Perhaps we are called to do the same in these days. Our guest minister, the Rev. Laura Bogle, will look for wisdom from the martial artist Bruce Lee as well as an old Sufi tale.

Join us Sunday morning for our March worship series: "Transformation." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay for coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes are canceled for Oak Ridge Schools’ Spring Break. Instead, all are welcome to create art using watercolors during a multigenerational hour after worship until 12:15.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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2024 from Rock to Bach Music Festival & Fundraiser!
Mar
9
10:00 AM10:00

2024 from Rock to Bach Music Festival & Fundraiser!

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Saturday, March 9 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Oak Ridge Unitarian Universalist Church: It's ORCMA's All-Day Music Festival with a diverse array of ensembles and soloists performing on two stages. Returning for its 10th year in 2024, the event features special Chamber Music guests Canta Libre performing at the Fundraising Dinner.  And you won't want to forget the Silent Action with unique gifts and experiences for the right bid!   More information on performing groups is coming soon! Visit https://orcma.org/fromrocktobach for the latest news and information on how and where to purchase tickets. Oak Ridge Unitarian Universalist Church is located at 809 Oak Ridge Turnpike in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

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Sunday Morning Worship: Kindling the Power of Transformation
Mar
3
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: Kindling the Power of Transformation

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The relationship people have with a congregation can be absolutely transformational, in their own lives and in the world. Rev. Lisa will talk about the dynamic nature of congregational life, and what best practices look like.

Join us Sunday morning for our March worship series: "Transformation." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay for coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes take place from 11:15 to 12:15. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Spring Rummage Sale
Mar
2
9:00 AM09:00

Spring Rummage Sale

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The Spring Rummage sale is coming up fast! Rummage Week begins Saturday, Feb. 24. Many volunteers are needed to help with various tasks throughout the week and during the sale. For more information, including a list of items to donate, visit https://www.oruuc.org/rummage. Start cleaning out those closets!

For more than 20 years, bargain hunters have marked their calendars for these huge semi-annual two-day sales that repurpose literal tons of items at low prices, getting them into the hands of those who need them, while keeping unnecessary waste out of landfills. This sale fills the church building with everything from clothing for the entire family, housewares, books, children’s toys, antiques, garden tools, holiday decorations, sports equipment, and so much more. ORUUC begins accepting donations the Sunday before the sale. At the Friday night pre-sale, all prices are doubled (if something is priced at $1, it will cost $2 on Friday night). The Saturday sale is prices as marked. For more information, contact the church office at 865-483-6761.

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Spring Rummage Pre-Sale: Prices Doubled
Mar
1
6:00 PM18:00

Spring Rummage Pre-Sale: Prices Doubled

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The Spring Rummage sale is coming up fast! Rummage Week begins Saturday, Feb. 24. Many volunteers are needed to help with various tasks throughout the week and during the sale. For more information, including a list of items to donate, visit https://www.oruuc.org/rummage. Start cleaning out those closets!

For more than 20 years, bargain hunters have marked their calendars for these huge semi-annual two-day sales that repurpose literal tons of items at low prices, getting them into the hands of those who need them, while keeping unnecessary waste out of landfills. This sale fills the church building with everything from clothing for the entire family, housewares, books, children’s toys, antiques, garden tools, holiday decorations, sports equipment, and so much more. ORUUC begins accepting donations the Sunday before the sale. At the Friday night pre-sale, all prices are doubled (if something is priced at $1, it will cost $2 on Friday night). The Saturday sale is prices as marked. For more information, contact the church office at 865-483-6761.

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Sunday Morning Worship: From the Crush of Wealth and Power
Feb
25
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: From the Crush of Wealth and Power

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Income inequality is a fact of life — the consistent presence of the poor is mentioned in Leviticus, which dates to the 7th Century BCE. Yet in every age there have arisen prophets who call societies to build a more equitable economic system. In the 20th Century the Unitarian Universalist Whitney Young was the “money guy” in the Big Six leadership pantheon of the Civil Rights movement, and he advised presidents Kennedy through Nixon. Rev. Lisa will lift up the story of this great leader as a frame for addressing justice and equity today.

Join us Sunday morning for our February worship series: "Justice and Equity." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register herehttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes take place from 11:15 to 12:15. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal
Feb
23
5:30 PM17:30

Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal

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Stone Soup is a FREE monthly community meal on the final Friday of the month. Diners can park and come inside the Social Hall to enjoy a meal with others, or walk in to pick up a takeout meal for themselves or family members, a neighbor, or friend. Meals will be available from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, or until supplies run out. Bags of non-perishable groceries will also be available. This meal is open to all! We appreciate all of the volunteers who make this meal happen each month, and our partners, the Jewish Congregation of Oak Ridge and Kroger Marketplace.

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Sunday Morning Worship: Preaching to the Choir
Feb
18
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: Preaching to the Choir

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Is Unitarian Universalism’s message relevant for 21st century seekers? Or do we spend too much time in a theological echo chamber? Rev. Lisa Schwartz will delve into ancient and modern sources to reflect on the axial age we’re in.

Join us Sunday morning for our February worship series: "Justice and Equity." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register herehttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes take place from 11:15 to 12:15. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunday Morning Worship: "The Perfect Heart" and Hugs n' Quiches
Feb
11
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: "The Perfect Heart" and Hugs n' Quiches

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Some people say that a perfect heart would be a flawless heart, stunning in its pristine, never-broken state. Is that a realistic standard? And, if a community was seeking a leader with a perfect heart, what qualifications might they look for? An intergenerational cast of characters will present a play that delves into the questions, and –– just in time for Valentine’s Day –– there will be a potluck "Hugs n' Quiches" lunch after the service! Bring a quiche or frittata to share! The church will provide salad, drinks, and dessert. There will be no Faith Formation hour classes.

Join us Sunday morning for our February worship series: "Justice and Equity." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register herehttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunday Morning Worship: If You See a Good Fight, Get In It
Feb
4
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: If You See a Good Fight, Get In It

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The title is a quote by the Rev. Dr. Vernon Johns, a pioneer in the American Civil Rights movement. And, like all pioneers (especially the feisty ones), he faced immense hardships and intense headwinds. But Dr. Johns’ story has resonance today, especially for a church in search of a new pastor. Rev. Lisa Romantum Schwartz, ORUUC’s interim minister, tells his story.

Join us Sunday morning for our February worship series: "Justice and Equity." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register herehttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes take place from 11:15 to 12:15. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunday Morning Worship: How to Hypnotize a Chicken
Jan
28
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: How to Hypnotize a Chicken

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Here we are, four weeks into the New Year. How are those resolutions working out for ya? ORUUC’s interim minister, Rev. Lisa Romantum Schwartz, explores how we’re doing after that calendar-based reset, and what real transformation might mean.

Join us Sunday morning for our January worship series: "Liberating Love." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register herehttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes take place from 11:15 to 12:15. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal
Jan
26
5:30 PM17:30

Stone Soup: Free Monthly Community Meal

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Stone Soup is a FREE monthly community meal on the final Friday of the month. Diners can park and come inside the Social Hall to enjoy a meal with others, or walk in to pick up a takeout meal for themselves or family members, a neighbor, or friend. Meals will be available from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, or until supplies run out. Bags of non-perishable groceries will also be available. This meal is open to all! We appreciate all of the volunteers who make this meal happen each month, and our partners, the Jewish Congregation of Oak Ridge and Kroger Marketplace.

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Sunday Morning Worship: Someone to Stand
Jan
14
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: Someone to Stand

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One of the most ancient exhortations about living a moral life commands us to care for the poor and the immigrant. Does prophetic wisdom have relevance for our church today? Our guest speaker on this Martin Luther King Sunday is the Rev. Chris Battle of Battlefield Farms in Knoxville. Rev. Battle has spent much of his ministry addressing food deserts.

Join us Sunday morning for our January worship series: "Liberating Love." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register herehttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes take place from 11:15 to 12:15. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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In the ORUUC Gallery: Photography by Bob McLaren
Jan
12
to Feb 23

In the ORUUC Gallery: Photography by Bob McLaren

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Now on Exhibit in the ORUUC Gallery: Photography by Bob McLaren

ORUUC member Bob McLaren has been interested in photography since Junior High, and still has his first camera. Wildlife and landscapes were always his focus. The digital revolution, concurrent with his retirement, rejuvenated his interest and involvement, as experimentation was freed from the cost of film and processing. He enjoys all aspects of photography, from image capture through editing and printing. He also credits the support, participation, and patience of his wife, Lynda, who takes very good pictures of her own. His photography will be on display through February 23.

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Sunday Morning Worship: Plumbing the Depths of Spirit
Jan
7
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: Plumbing the Depths of Spirit

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Unitarian Universalists are spiritually diverse, yet we strive to find unity in essential values. Sometimes it’s challenging for UUs to figure out how to communicate our liberating love to anyone outside our “tribe.” How do we honor the breadth of our tradition, while standing in the depth of love? Interim Minister Rev. Lisa Romantum Schwartz leads us in this first service of the New Year.

Join us Sunday morning for our January worship series: "Liberating Love." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register herehttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to stay coffee and conversation in the Social Hall. Faith Formation classes take place from 11:15 to 12:15. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunday Morning Worship: Seeds for the New Year (ONLINE ONLY)
Dec
31
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: Seeds for the New Year (ONLINE ONLY)

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What seeds are you planting for the new year? How are you weaving your mysterious magic into your relationships with others? How can we center beauty and goodness and love in all that's ahead? These questions are at the heart of the homily, story, and other worship elements in this service offered by the Unitarian Universalist Association. The Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt is the preacher in this streaming only service -- ORUUC's building will be closed this Sunday morning, but we'll gather virtually via Zoom.

Join us for our December worship series: "Mystery." Worship begins at 10 a.m. on Zoom only this Sunday. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

Faith Formation classes will resume in the New Year on Sunday, Jan. 7. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you on Zoom!

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Stone Soup: FREE Monthly Community Meal
Dec
29
5:30 PM17:30

Stone Soup: FREE Monthly Community Meal

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Stone Soup is a FREE monthly community meal on the final Friday of the month. Stone Soup has returned to in-person dining!  Diners can park and come inside the Social Hall to enjoy a meal with others, or walk in to pick up a takeout meal for themselves or family members, a neighbor, or friend. Meals will be available from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, or until supplies run out. Bags of non-perishable groceries will also be available. This meal is open to all! We appreciate all of the volunteers who make this meal happen each month, and our partners, the Jewish Congregation of Oak Ridge and Kroger Marketplace.

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Dec
24
6:00 PM18:00

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

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We'll celebrate the holy, mysterious night of Christmas Eve with readings and songs. This will be an in person service only, no Zoom.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunday Morning Worship: Hard Candy Christmas
Dec
24
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: Hard Candy Christmas

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Most people don't know that Santa and Jesus met, right here in East Tennessee. Come hear the story of it!

Join us Sunday morning for our December worship series: "Mystery." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

Faith Formation classes will resume in the New Year on Sunday, Jan. 7. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunday Morning Worship: The 21st Annual No Rehearse Pageant
Dec
17
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: The 21st Annual No Rehearse Pageant

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It’s time for the annual No Rehearse Pageant, now in its 21st year! This joyous ORUUC tradition is not your grandma's Christmas pageant! You can choose to sit in your seat and enjoy the fun, and you're most warmly invited to participate in this irreverent take on the familiar Christmas story.

Join us Sunday morning for our December worship series: "Mystery." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

Faith Formation classes will resume in the New Year on Sunday, Jan. 7. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunday Morning Worship: A Point of Repose
Dec
10
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: A Point of Repose

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As winter approaches, we're invited into a time of spiritual quiet, of germination, of dreaming. It’s tempting for some to want to hibernate, to skip the winter’s cold and dark, going straight from fall to spring. But winter can offer renewal, wisdom, and beauty. A congregational meeting follows this reflective service.

Join us Sunday morning for our December worship series: "Mystery." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, there will be a Congregational Meeting for members. All Adult Faith Formation classes are canceled; Youth are invited to an all-ages holiday craft party.

Faith Formation classes will resume in the New Year on Sunday, Jan. 7. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunday Morning Worship: Love is At the Center
Dec
3
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: Love is At the Center

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Love is at the center of our Unitarian Universalist Faith. We celebrate the evolving nature of our living tradition in this service.

Join us Sunday morning for our December worship series: "Mystery." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, all are invited to a Soup Potluck in the Social Hall–bring a soup to share, if you’d like, but either way, come hungry and enjoy a warm bowl of soup and fellowship! Bread, salad, and dessert will be provided. Faith Formation classes will take place from 11:15 to 12:15 as usual. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults, and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education. Those interested in engaging in a deeper discussion about today’s service are invited to join the Reflections Group. The group meets in person and on Zoom during the Faith Formation Hour. To join by Zoom, use the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/682663607?pwd=OEFGN1VsemkrcmZrZ0UyY3FnVGJTZz09   Meeting ID: 682 663 607     Passcode: 678820

After lunch and classes, stay for Cocoa & Caroling beginning at 12 noon. No need to bring anything for that--there will be a hot cocoa bar set up, so dress up your drink and warm up your voice to sing carols, accompanied by Larry Rosenbaum and Dave Dunkirk on guitar. Join us for this relaxing start to the holiday season!

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunday Morning Worship: The Gift of Our Whole Lives
Nov
26
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Morning Worship: The Gift of Our Whole Lives

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Today we honor and celebrate our lifespan sexuality education program, Our Whole Lives (OWL) as a sacred, life-affirming mission for ourselves, our congregation and our community. We may express our sexuality in different ways, and we may not always understand each other’s identities and behaviors, but if we view ourselves and one another through the OWL values of self-worth, sexual health, justice, and inclusivity, we can see sexuality with respect, acceptance, and joy. Youth Faith Formation Director Christine Rehder leads us in worship today.

Join us Sunday morning for our November worship series: "Generosity." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, join us for coffee and treats in the Social Hall. Adult and Youth Faith Formation classes meet from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The Reflections group hosts a conversation on the sermon topic every Sunday during the Faith Formation Hour in the conference room. All are welcome to join in. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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Stone Soup: FREE Monthly Community Meal
Nov
24
5:30 PM17:30

Stone Soup: FREE Monthly Community Meal

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Stone Soup is a FREE monthly community meal on the final Friday of the month. Stone Soup has returned to in-person dining!  Diners can park and come inside the Social Hall to enjoy a meal with others, or walk in to pick up a takeout meal for themselves or family members, a neighbor, or friend. Meals will be available from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, or until supplies run out. Bags of non-perishable groceries will also be available. This meal is open to all! We appreciate all of the volunteers who make this meal happen each month, and our partners, the Jewish Congregation of Oak Ridge and Kroger Marketplace.

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Sunday Worship: Practicing Gratitude: Our Annual Bread Communion Service
Nov
19
10:00 AM10:00

Sunday Worship: Practicing Gratitude: Our Annual Bread Communion Service

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You may have thought that gratitude was primarily a feeling, rather than a practice. But keeping our “gratefulness muscle” toned and tuned is important. Just as a talented pianist wouldn’t be able to play a sonata with exquisite beauty if they had never practiced, humans who don’t practice gratitude sometimes struggle to execute the tasks of life. Interim Minister Lisa Romantum Schwartz leads us in our annual Bread Communion Service.

Join us Sunday morning for our November worship series: "Generosity." Worship begins at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. To participate in worship on Zoom, please register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArf-CvrT4iHtIsgktTYAWotY75rmxi5V78#/registration. If you've already registered (a one-time process), use the link you received via email to attend worship.

After worship, join us for coffee and treats in the Social Hall. Adult and Youth Faith Formation classes meet from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The Reflections group hosts a conversation on the sermon topic every Sunday during the Faith Formation Hour in the conference room. All are welcome to join in. Check out Faith Formation opportunities for adults here: http://www.oruuc.org/faith-formation-for-adults and children and youth here: http://www.oruuc.org/religious-education.

Covid-19 Update: Masks are not required in the building. We encourage everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable.

All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

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