The 2015 UUCH Annual Budget Drive (ABD) began Sunday, March 8th. The ABD slogan "We Are Here, and Reaching Out" recognizes our shared accomplishment of moving our church to Broadmor Road and making it home. It also reflects our mission statement to "let people know 'We are here' and that we welcome diversity."

Cottage Meetings were held on the last two weekends (Friday, March 13 to Sunday, March 22). Thus far, we have received pledge commitments for just under $141,000 from a total of 54 donor families. For comparison, last year's ABD total was $194,470 from 89 donors. We are well on our way to a successful ABD this year!

We need the full participation of all members and friends to match last year's total and fund the church at our current level. The ABD pledges account for more than 90% of our operating budget. Pledge commitment forms were mailed last week to those who were not able to attend a Cottage Meeting. We ask that all completed pledge commitment forms be returned to the church office as soon as possible, preferably by Sunday, March 29th.

If you've been attending UUCH long enough to know that this church community feels like your spiritual home, you may be ready to take the next step and become a member.  

We will recognize new members during the Sunday service April 5th as they "sign the book" and officially join our church.   

If you are ready to become a member or would like to find out more about the process, please contact Pam Korb (membership chair) at bradkorb@mindspring.com.

You and your family are invited to spend Easter Sunday afternoon with your fellow UUs in a day of relaxation and fun while welcoming the beginning of spring. (Rain or shine!)

What: Easter Egg Hunt

Who: Everyone is invited!

When: Sunday, April 5th, 2-5:00 p.m.

Where: Alice Dilbeck and Betsy Applegate's home, in the Monrovia area.

Suggestions for what to bring:

Yourself and family--Eggs for the hunt (plastic filled and "real")--Baskets for gathering eggs--Goodies to share for munching--Lawn chairs and musical instruments.

We'll have badminton, croquet, activities for all ages, and "sitting-on-the-porch-talking-as-we-watch-others-expend-a-lot-of-energy." What could be more fun?!

Children are advised to wear or bring play clothes to fully enjoy the outdoor activities.

Directions to Alice Dilbeck's and Betsy Applegate's home are in the fellowship hall by the coffee, or you can call (256-534-0508) or email Deedee at the church office (uuch@uuch.org) for a copy.

We're Egg-cited! We'll be HOPPY to see you!  

Baby Shower!

UU Annual Assembly Coming Up!

The 2015 joint Annual Assemblies will be held April 17th-19th, 2015 in Orlando (FLD), Montgomery (MSD), Greensboro (SED), and New Orleans (SWUUC). They will feature:

• an important vote which will help define our future relationships
• a message and Q & A session streamed live from our Orlando site from UUA President, Rev. Peter Morales!
• a joint keynote address from the Rev. Jeanne Pupke
• programming, fellowship, singing, and fun!

Registration is open! Please include a question for Rev. Morales to answer live during the assembly with your registration. To learn more and register click here .