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Thanksgiving has gotten a bad rap recently as we’ve all learned more about the abuse of Indigenous Americans and other effects of colonization. But I’ll celebrate gratitude anytime I get a chance. I believe gratitude is a powerful force. It opens hearts, doors, and more. I am very grateful to report that most of the … Continue reading Thanksgiving and Other OHRA Dinners
The Church of the Larger Fellowship office in Boston is seeking 80 or more UU members or friends to correspond with UU incarcerated inmates all over the country. It is such a worthwhile experience and makes the inmates feel like somebody cares and they are worthy human beings. If you have an interest in volunteering … Continue reading Holiday Messages
RVUUF’s Holiday Craft Workshop is only a month away: Sat Dec 10th, 11a.m.-2p.m. Please plan to attend and to invite friends & family. Note that this event is mask-required. Chief Elves Krynn and Marcia take care of all the planning but need YOU to help make this fun, low-key holiday event a reality. HERE ARE … Continue reading Help With The Holiday Craft Workshop
New RVUUFian Beth Remington needs a ride to RVUUF on a temporary basis, from her home in Ashland 1/2 mi. away from RVUUF on Sundays. Beth had foot surgery and can’t drive until mid Dec., so help us welcome her. You will enjoy getting to know her. And she will be happy to reciprocate if … Continue reading New RVUUFian needs ride to RVUUF (just .5 mi. away)
Due to inclement weather, we’ve had to cancel in-person coffee hour for this coming Sunday, Nov 6, 2022. We will try again, soon, but you can still join Zoom coffee hour at 1pm. See you there!
Dear RUUFians, Thank you so much for your abundant caring and condolences upon the death of my wife, Jean Crawford. Daughter Janel and son-in-law Jody join me in gratitude. Some of you have asked about a memorial event. Jean’s instructions to us were as follows: “I do not want a funeral or other formal memorial … Continue reading Jean Crawford Requests: Do something to make the world beautiful-you choose.
The frost is slowly creeping across the grass in my backyard. The Summer clothes and open-toe shoes have been stored. I find myself missing the sound of birds and other animals that leave Michigan for the Winter. The slow slumber of Winter is arriving. Over the last month, I have been in contact with individuals … Continue reading November Message from Pastor QuianaDenae Perkins
Join fellow RVUUFians for coffee and tea at 11:30pm after the Sunday services on Oct 30 and Nov 6. We’ll be meeting in the side yard at RVUUF. We’re not quite ready to serve snacks yet, but you can expect good coffee, tea, and conversation. We will also still offer Zoom Coffee Hour at 1pm … Continue reading Coffee Hour Is Back!
Saturday Dec 10, 2022 11:00am start; 2:00pm end HO! HO! HO! Save the Date! RVUUF’s Holiday Craft Workshop is returning this year on Saturday December 10th, 11a.m.- 2p.m. As always, we will provide craft materials and instruction, and you make your own gift-worthy masterpieces! Zero crafting skill and very little dough (usually $1-$5 per craft) … Continue reading RVUUF’s Holiday Craft Workshop Returns!
Jackie volunteers with the team that makes dinner and delivers it to OHRA every Thursday. She likes feeling needed. Doesn’t everyone? “It’s heart-warming to help fix or get food for another person; It’s kind of biblical, like breaking bread together. And it affects the whole community’s well-being. It’s really easy – you only have to … Continue reading Heartwarming Work
