WORSHIP ON SUNDAY MORNINGSWorship Services at 9:30 and 11:15 AM October 13 “When It’s Not Eccentric. When It’s Evil, When It’s Ill” Rev. Thom Belote, preaching The title of this sermon comes from the title of a sermon given by my childhood minister (in 1983!) His sermon, like mine, deals with how – as individuals and as a society – we should regard ideas, beliefs, and worldviews that aren’t just wrong, but are hurtful and hateful and destructive. - Rev. Thom Belote Join us for the service which will include a New Member Recognition, formally welcoming the newest Members of our Beloved Community.
UU THE VOTE
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11
7:30 PM EMMA'S REVOLUTION CONCERT Join the Side With Love team for an evening of uplifting songs by Emma's Revolution! This Get Out the Vote concert will benefit the important work of Rides to the Polls and Down Home NC. Buy tickets at the Side With Love table during Sunday Socials, online or at the door. We also need volunteers - please sign up to help. There will be a reception beforehand with the musicians. Contact Ginger Long for more info. 
Early Voting starts Thursday, Oct. 17 and runs until Sat., Nov. 2, with a break before Election Day Nov. 5 . Info on where/ when to vote early is at the NC Board of Elections.
Don’t forget your photo ID. Curbside voting is available. College students bring a physical (not just phone) ID. Absentee ballots now require a copy of your photo ID and two witnesses. Win Great Prizes! Your UU the Vote team is thrilled with all you are doing--and PLEASE report your actions, so we can know if we have met our participation goals. We will reward you for reporting! Small sweet rewards for reporting can be claimed at our table during Sunday Socials, and all of your actions will give you points towards winning great prizes, and a grand prize, at drawings to be held at Sunday Socials on October 20 and 27, the Election Night Watch Party on Nov. 5 (starts at 8 PM – bring a snack or drink to share), and the SEA dinner later in November. Want to do election volunteering, understand your options, and how to sign up? Come to the UU the Vote table at Sunday Socials, or email Janet Stevens or Lynn Holbein. SEE MORE UU THE VOTE: INFO & GOALS - EVENTS - ACT - SIGN-UPS - REPORT - DONATE QUICK LINKSMAKE A PLEDGE
CHILDREN'S & YOUTH PROGRAMMING DONATE NOW WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS MONTHLY NEWSLETTERS CALENDAR REQUESTS PARKING RENTAL INQUIRY PARKING PAYMENTS COMMUNITY CHURCH CONCERTS FALL AUCTION DAY OF SERVICE 
BEWARE -- SCAM ALERT
Scams targeting religious communities are increasing. Scammers create fake email addresses (and sometimes phone numbers) impersonating the minister, staff members or lay leaders and contact congregants -- asking for contact information, login credentials, the Directory, etc., or to buy gift cards. Rachel Rose (Directory, contact info) and Franklin Hirsch (Finances) are the best people to help with these requests - they will always have the latest versions of our secure documents and are happy to help. If you receive a scam email, phone call or text, please report and delete it. If you're unsure, please contact Rev. Thom, Rachel Rose or Franklin Hirsch and see if the communication is legitimate. COMMUNITY CHURCH IN ACTION
Blessing of The Animals
On September 29, 2024, our church held multi-generational, multi-species services in which people of all ages were invited to bring pets of all kinds to worship with us. Together, we recognized the special pets in our lives and hearts. |
UPCOMING EVENTS
ANNUAL FALL AUCTION
IT AIN'T OVER 'TIL IT'S OVER... AND IT'S ALMOST OVER! Yes, the Fall Auction is coming to an end Sat., Oct. 19 at noon. That means it’s time to BID! With more than 300 items in the Auction, bidding is well underway. Find great choices with donations that include:
Check the Auction page for links to login and donating/bidding instructions. Need help? See the Auction table after Sunday’s service or Email the Auction Team! 
THUR 10/10 -- 7 PM -- JOIN US FOR A SACRED PAUSE
“The Masks We Wear” Thursday, October 10, 7-8 PM Rev. Alison Eskildsen with Danny Gotham on guitar. Register here. Halloween is a time we’re given permission to wear a mask or costume, hiding who we really are. But what about the masks we wear the rest of the year? What would encourage us to remove these masks and reveal our true selves? Learn more about the program. 
OCT 19, 3 PM MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR GOODLOE SUTTLER
A memorial service celebrating the life of Goodloe Suttler will be held at the church on Saturday, October 19, at 3 PM. A reception will be held following the service in the Jones Community Room.
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WE ARE A WELCOMING CONGREGATION
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We are a congregation that has historically stood for the civil rights of all people, especially those affected by racism and homophobia. We are a Welcoming Congregation, celebrating and affirming the active presence in our congregation of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and heterosexual members and friends and their families. We are actively engaged in dialogue about how to be a more racially diverse, multicultural, anti-oppressive congregation. |
SUNDAY PARKING: Please honor the parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities and limited mobility at the front of the church, as well as the spaces reserved for the Auction Winners. We encourage folks to carpool and/or park offsite, if at all possible. Parking is available at The Community Church, as well as alternate parking options. See a map here. Please note: Parking is not allowed at the Kehillah across the street. WEEKDAY PARKING (for church functions): The Main Lot is fully rented; please use the small Front Lot directly in front of the church, the wooded Pine Lot along Purefoy Road, or in the Rear Lot behind the church.