Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (RVUUF) Ashland, OR

Sat, Apr 28, 9:30am-12:30pm, Emerson House. Orientation workshop for newcomers and anyone who wants to learn more about RVUUF, followed by lunch. Led by Rev. Leslie Becknell Marx.

• Curious about Unitarian Universalism and what it means to be a covenantal religion?
• Eager to explore your own theological leanings and religious perspectives?
• Want to hear some stories from our history and discover how it all started?
• Like to get to know newcomers, the minister, and some of our congregants?
• Ready to find out what it means to become a member and how to get involved?

If you’ve answered yes to any of these, then please join us for this day of learning and conversation about Unitarian Universalism in general and RVUUF in particular -- at Emerson House (next door to RVUUF, on left). Look for a sign-up sheet on the back table or contact the Office.

Membership Brochure

Rev. Leslie Becknell Marx
Tamara Marston, Director of Music; Jane Manning, Pianist

Join us to celebrate this Unitarian tradition of gathering flowers together in one grand bouquet, followed by each person taking a flower. We will also welcome new members in our New Member Joining Ceremony. This will be a multi-generational service for all ages. Please remember to bring flowers to contribute to the bouquet!

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Flower Communion: Reflection; Rev. Leslie Becknell Marx

Rev. Leslie Becknell Marx
Tamara Marston, Director of Music; Jane Manning, Pianist

Gratitude is a spiritual practice that feeds the soul. We will consider what we are grateful for and how we want to extend our circle of gratitude. We are challenged to expand our circle of welcome to include ever more people with differing needs. We will welcome new members of our fellowship with a brief ritual during this service.

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Widening Our Circle of Gratitude; Rev. Becknell Marx

Sun, Apr 1, noon-1pm. Are You New to RVUUF?
Would you like to know a little about us?
Would you like to meet the minister?
If so, we’d like to invite you to Welcome to RVUUF in the Library
A light lunch will be provided and we’ll share a brief video about Unitarian Universalist History
And show you around our facility.

Please RSVP if possible, or just come as you are!
541-482-4755 or Contact Us form: Office Administrator

Membership Brochure

Sun, Jun 6, during Service.
Invitation to Become a Member of RVUUF: If you’ve been coming to this congregation long enough to feel it is your religious home and your spiritual community, we invite you to become a member and be honored at a brief New Member Welcome and Recognition Ceremony. Becoming a member is an important decision so do take your time deciding.* But if you feel you’re ready to become an official voting member, we warmly welcome you.

To Become a Member of RVUUF:

• Speak to the Minister or the Membership Chair to clarify any questions you may have.
• Have an understanding of the Purposes & Principles of Unitarian Universalism
• Sign the Membership Book.
• Make a Financial Pledge of support.
• Let us know the names of your children registered in our Religious Education program so we can include their names in the order of service.

How to Sign Up: Contact Rev. Colbert, Maria Geigel (Membership Chair), or Janet in the church office at 482-4755; or sign up at the back of the sanctuary.

*Note: Membership is a choice. As a Member, you may vote on congregational decisions, chair a committee, be elected to the Board, and vote to call a Settled Minister. However, all are welcome to take part in our programs and in our community. The gifts of your time, your talent, and your financial support are much appreciated!

Rev. Carolyn Colbert, Interim Minister
The RVUUF Choir, Tami Marston, Director

All Saints Day & Welcome and Recognition of New Members

A festive and fun service to close our Program Year. We’ll honor our many saints who make this church the joyous community it is. We’ll welcome and include new members, and of course we’ll sing “When the Saints Come Marching In”! Everyone is invited to the service. There will be child care for our youngest children.

Food Collection for Ashland Emergency Food Bank

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Thu, Nov 3,10,17: 6:30pm-8:30pm. 3-session orientation for newcomers and anyone who wants to learn more about RVUUF. Please come even if you have to miss a session.

• Curious about Unitarian Universalism and what it means to be a covenantal religion?
• Eager to explore your own theological leanings and religious perspectives?
• Want to hear some stories from our history and discover how it all started?
• Like to get to know newcomers, the minister, and some of our congregants?
• Ready to find out what it means to become a member and how to get involved?

If you’ve answered yes to any of these, then please join us for three evenings of learning and conversation about Unitarian Universalism in general and RVUUF in particular.

Please let us know if you’ll be coming by contacting the RVUUF Office or signing up at the table in the back of the sanctuary (RSVP not required). Childcare is available if you inform us in advance.

If you'd prefer, there will be a 1-day workshop on Sat, Jan 14.

Welcome Visitors (brochure)

Please feel free to attend our Sunday Services. Learn more about RVUUF by speaking to the Sunday morning greeters, and to other church members during the coffee time after the service. Listen to Sermons. View photo slideshows.

Steps to Membership: If you are interested in becoming a member of RVUUF, Contact the Membership Committee or the Minister. The first step is to attend an orientation meeting, either Welcome to RVUUF, which is generally held on the first Sunday of the month from noon to 1pm, or Getting to Know RVUUF, a three-week, evening orientation. Check the Membership Committee page or online Calendar for the next orientation meetings. You are welcome to discuss questions you have with the minister.

Look through our online brochures. Check out RVUUF and UU history and resources under About Us / UU, and our activities and groups under Committees & Groups. Pick up pamphlets from the rack on the wall or from Sunday Greeters -- or the UUA Bookstore.

Participate in Fellowship ceremonies, Chalice Lighting, Adult Classes & Workshops, Children's Religious Education, Interest Groups, e. g., Humanism; Men's & Women's groups, Book Clubs; Spiritual Groups, e.g., Buddhist Meditation, Arts Exploration; and Social Groups, e.g., sign up for Circle Dinners -- you will be invited to evening pot-luck dinners with a mix of regular members and guests; it's a great way to meet people in the congregation and to get a sense of who we are and what we're all about.

We wish to extend our hand in friendship and welcome you to join us. In life's adventure, we seek ways to nurture, encourage and support one another. We value the opportunity to meet together in order to share our thoughts and companionship. At RVUUF, your experiences, beliefs and values will be both accepted and challenged. We look forward to knowing you.

Use Contact Us to contact a Staff member or committee representative -- or if not listed, the Office Admin.