Inspired by the words of Albert Camus who said, “In order to understand the world, one has to turn away from it on occasion,” Rev. White will speak about the importance of recognizing our need to turn away from what we call “normal” days and moments in our lives, and turn toward what could become … Continue reading Oct. 11, 2015: A New Normal
In order to experience renewal, we often are required to revisit the lessons of our past. Eight years ago, RVUUF embarked on a journey to become recognized by the Unitarian Universalist Association as a LGBTQ Welcoming Congregation. As we approach the possibility of renewing our Welcoming Congregation status, we will reflect on where we are, … Continue reading Oct. 4, 2015: A Journey of Renewal
NEWS FLASH! Rev. Cat Cox is offering 10 practice sessions, once a month on the 3rd Tuesdays of every month, beginning Oct. 20th – June. An additional practice session will be held on March 29th to complete the 10 sessions agreement. The time of the practice session is 6pm-7:30pm. using ZOOM. If you’ve never used … Continue reading Rev. Cat Cox practice sessions offered to RVUUF
Michal Schaffer took these photos during the Sept. 20 child dedication ceremony at RVUUF
My plan is to write a monthly message to the congregation for News to Note. This month I highlight the activity in three areas, organizational infrastructure, communication and programs. Thank you to all of you who made these achievements possible.
The RVUUF Choir, which rehearses weekly from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, will rehearse at Mountain Meadows for all three of the following nights: Sept. 23, Oct. 7 and Oct. 21. Mountain Meadows is located at 857 Mountain Meadows Drive in Ashland. For more information about the RVUUF Choir, reach Music Director Shaun Garner via … Continue reading RVUUF Choir relocating for three rehearsals
This week I noticed a post by Parker Palmer on Facebook. He is the Quaker author of many books including A Hidden Wholeness, the book that was inspiration for the Soul Matters program. Additionally Parker is the founder of the Center for Renewal (www.couragerenewal.org). When he posts on Facebook he generally includes an evocative picture … Continue reading Practice Compassion
Rev. Cathleen Cox will lead an “Empowered Communication” workshop, 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 87 Fourth St. in Ashland, Oregon. Rev. Cox will also speak about “The Power of Conflict Resilience” during the Sept. 20 service at RVUUF. According to Rev. Cox, “Living a spiritually grounded life … Continue reading ‘Empowered Communication’ workshop with Rev. Cat Cox
RVUUF needs volunteers to help decorate its float for the Southern Oregon Pride Parade. The parade begins at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10. The route goes through downtown Ashland and ends at the band shell in Lithia Park for live entertainment and booths. This year’s parade theme is “Be Yourself-Change the World.” According to Ann … Continue reading SOPride Parade volunteers needed
RVUUF’s Fellowship Fun Committee will serve a “Welcome Back Lunch” after the service on Sunday, Sept. 13. “Hamburgers, chicken burgers, veggie burgers, ice cream, cookies and more will be available for you to enjoy.”
