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This is my last President’s post as I am handing the gavel to …? I want to thank my fellow Board members and the Congregation for the opportunity to serve as your president for the past two years. This position has changed me. I have a greater appreciation for our community and increased self-confidence. I … Continue reading President’s Post: Time to pass the gavel
Havurah Shir Hadash will host an interfaith vigil at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 18, for the families of the victims of the mass murder in Orlando, Fla. The program will include teachings, prayers, silent meditation and songs. Presenters include Gina DuQuenne, President of Southern Oregon Pride; Shirley Patton of First Presbyterian Church, Rabbi David Zaslow … Continue reading Interfaith vigil for Orlando shooting victims’ families
The aftermath of Sunday’s horrific event in Orlando impacts all of us to grieve and mourn the loss of life, and we must not let fear determine our steps forward. May our courage remind us to not let fear become the decider of how we live our lives. As a people who promote peace and … Continue reading Fear must not determine our steps forward
This sermon, delivered on Sunday, June 12, was written by Rev. Nan L. White before learning about the Orlando tragedy.
Juue 5 was the RVUUF Choir’s last Sunday before their summer hiatus. This has been a good year for the choir, with several new members (always room for more!) and many challenging new anthems that have greatly enhanced the worship experience for our congregation.
With June upon us here’s a little note with a reminder, some upcoming deadlines, a save-the-date, and a request.
Three things I want to mention in this month’s article: one is about our new mission statement, the second is about my summer schedule, and third is about the importance of connecting to each other even when summer tends to separate us until the fall when we gather together again.
