Family Ministry Holiday Update
The Family Drop-In Soul Matters group is happening this Sunday! 
Join me in The Commons after worship on Sunday as we explore the theme of Hope using the discussion questions in this month’s Soulful Home packet. Plan to bring a lunch or snack for your fam, kids are welcome to hang out in the Commons while we meet! Here are a few sample questions:
- When have you seen hope grow out of something hard or unexpected?
- If you could give someone who feels hopeless one gift, what would it be?
- What’s one tradition or ritual that helps your family stay hopeful?
Whether you can join us on Sunday or not, please check out this month’s Soulful Home packet, linked below. The packet contains movie recommendations, game suggestions, and parent resources, all great tools to navigate the holiday season – especially over the school break! Find the packet here!
Holiday Worship Schedule
Sunday, December 21 – All Ages Pageant Service at 11:15 am
Families should sit together in the Sanctuary. Child care begins at 10:45 this week.
CUUPS Winter Solstice/Yule Celebration
Join Blue Ridge Spirit CUUPS for a high-spirited celebration of winter solstice, or Yule, on Sunday, December 21, at 5pm in the sanctuary. On the shortest day and longest night of the year, we welcome the return of the light in community with singing, dancing, and a Mummer’s Play from Old England. Children are especially welcome for this evening of merriment. Please bring a dish to share for the potluck afterward.
Questions? Contact susanjfosterphd@gmail.com
Wednesday, December 24 – Family Christmas Eve Service at 4 pm in the Sanctuary
All ages are welcome at our afternoon service. Dress cozy (pajamas welcome!) and come hear the story of 3 births with Rev. Claudia and Kim. Wiggles welcome! Afterward, join us in Sandburg Hall for a cookie reception sponsored by the UU Hikers. Cookie donations welcome! Just drop them off before worship.
There will also be a choir concert at 7 pm, followed by a Candlelight service with singing and story at 7:30 pm.
Sunday, December 28 – Poetry Service at 10 am (one service only!)
Child care available starting at 9:30 am. Special program for children and youth. We could use a couple of volunteers to lead an easy art project and game play – let me know if you can help out!
Chalice Lighters Needed – We need someone for 12/28!
We love it when children and youth are part of worship! Sign up now for Winter (late Dec.-Feb.) Services! Sign up by Noon on Thursday for the coming Sunday. *Please note: Chalice lighters need to arrive 15 minutes before worship begins and check in with the worship leader!
Thanks, and happy holidays! – Kim