Month: November 2015

Gratitude Abounds!

GRATITUDE ABOUNDS! The month of November is filled with opportunities to say “thank you” as we approach Thanksgiving Day. How do we begin to say “thank you’ to all who were involved in planning this years auction? And how do we say a “thank you” to all who participated in the auction, whether you offered … Continue reading Gratitude Abounds!

‘Socks Plus’ drive needs more ‘plus’

Ashland’s Pioneer Hall homeless shelter will open in mid-November, and RVUUF’s Religious Explorations youth will assemble kits of useful items for the adults who will be sheltered there. Members of the congregation have generously donated socks, but additional items are needed. These include refillable water bottles, gloves (adult sizes only), tooth brushes and tooth paste, … Continue reading ‘Socks Plus’ drive needs more ‘plus’

Sexton hired at RVUUF

Scott Engel has been hired as RVUUF’s sexton, a position that includes custodial duties and repairs to the buildings as needed. He has worked since last January in a temporary capacity and is happy to be working for RVUUF.

Ashland homeless: John Wieczorek writes guest opinion

John Wieczorek (chairman of RVUUF’s Social Justice and Action Committee and president of Options for Homeless Residents of Ashland), recently authored a guest opinion about Ashland’s homeless population. It was published Oct. 30, 2015 by the Ashland Daily Tidings. As a 20-year business professional who works on the Plaza, I’ve noticed a change in the … Continue reading Ashland homeless: John Wieczorek writes guest opinion