Would you like to coordinate RVUUF’s OHRA Thursday Dinners that feed the unhoused? I am stepping down as Coordinator at the end of January. If you are interested in taking this role over, Zoe Laidlaw (the Coordinator before me) put together written materials about how to do the job, and I’d be happy to work with you on … Continue reading RVUUF OHRA DINNER COORDINATOR NEEDED

On the “Third Sunday” of each month, RVUUF gives away the Sunday Service’s offering to an organization that embodies our values, principles, and mission in the world. This Sunday, January 21, we will give to The Geos Institute. Geos Institute helps communities build resilience in the face of climate change using science and local knowledge. Our holistic approach … Continue reading “Third Sunday” Recipient, Jan 21

Have you been curious about the Improv Group that takes place on some Sundays? This ALL AGES class led by teacher and actress Shanique Scott helps us loosen up, make connections, try new things, and laugh and play together. Through a wide range of group improv activities and acting exercises we are more able to give … Continue reading IMPROV GROUP, Jan 21 & 28

Our Library Committee wants to make our RVUUF library more relevant to the congregation, but first we have to deal with about 30 boxes of books that have been donated to us. Please don’t donate any more books right now. If you need to get rid of books, consider the local used book store, or … Continue reading Please Pause RVUUF Book Donations

The Caring Team is again active. When you learn of a RVUUF member with health concerns and/or would like visitors, please pass the information on to Judy Krogh: judykrogh@aol.com 530-906-9780 Also, anyone interested in joining the Care Team please contact Delores Nims: deloresashland@yahoo.com 541-621-2995  – Lorraine Linder, Caring Team

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” – Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The RVUUF offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Reverend Sean will be on his annual Study Leave from January 15 through February 3. RVUUF’s wonderful worship associates and guests will lead the Sunday Services on January 14, January 21, and January 28.

An Ashland medical professional has said that Covid and the flu are on the rise after holiday travels and gatherings. Please feel free to wear a mask to your comfort level or if you’ve been ill.

New furnaces have been installed to heat RVUUF’s Great Hall, meeting rooms, etc. Many thanks to our Building and Grounds Committee (BAG) and Board President Jim for all of their great work in making it happen. Let there be warmth!

AshlandClimate.org’s project, “Neighborhood Climate Action Network“, will have a table in the RVUUF lobby on Sunday, Jan 14, at 10am before the service. They’re looking for volunteers to help host neighborhood potlucks, which connect neighbors while discussing environmental issues. “We just completed our pilot year and we’re hoping to get new climate clubs established in 2024. Our … Continue reading NEIGHBORHOOD CLIMATE ACTION NETWORK VISITS RVUUF, Jan 14