Steward’s Corner: Sense of community without dogma
Nine years ago I was attending a divorce support group. The facilitator had recommended that we take care of five things in our lives: Sleep, Nutrition, Exercise, Friends and something Spiritual.
Congregation and Community News
Nan’s News: Change is only constant in our lives
As I write this article for April, it’s the first day of spring and sunny outside. I feel a deep sense of gratitude for the earth and her turning seasons, especially the visible transformation from winter to spring. As long as the winter has remained with us this year, the reality of all the work … Continue reading Nan’s News: Change is only constant in our lives
Steward’s Corner: Haven for spiritual preferences, social values and personal growth
My upbringing still leaves its mark of Sunday morning meaning church. So it follows that I have a need to fill that space with something related to spirituality. That would be a community outside my family with whom I can share spiritual preferences, social and political values and personal growth. RVUUF’s many programs, vibrant membership … Continue reading Steward’s Corner: Haven for spiritual preferences, social values and personal growth
Steward’s Corner: Members of RVUUF have become family
We became members of RVUUF 12 years ago when we returned to Ashland. We became active almost immediately and have reaped the benefits of our membership and commitments to service within our community.
Nan’s News: Congregational life takes commitment and risk
March is blowing in with a flurry of activity at RVUUF and the Soul Matters theme asks, “What does it mean to be a community of risk?”
Child dedication on May 14
Parents/Guardians: If you have a child or children, newborn to age 12, whom you’d like to dedicate at RVUUF on Mothers Day, May 14, please email Rev. Nan L. White at minister@rvuuf.org, giving the full names and date of birth and names of parents/guardians, by a May 1 deadline.
Transgender youth ‘loved and welcome here’
The Unitarian Universalist Association has declared that transgender youth are “loved and welcome here.”
UUA condemns anti-Semitic acts
The Rev. Peter Morales, president of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), issued this statement following the rise of anti-Semitic acts nationwide.
Steward’s Corner: UU fostered interest in social justice and political activism
We grew up in Methodist households and John’s father was a minister. Not only was the Church our religious underpinning, it was also the community where we made our friends and found our mates. However, by the time we immigrated to the U.S. in 1967 we were on our way to becoming skeptics.
‘Spring into Auction’ set for May 20 at RVUUF
RVUUF is holding its live and silent auctions on Saturday, May 20, from 5:30 to 8:30ish p.m., with “Food, wine and fun for all ages” planned. There is a $15 suggested donation for members and supporters of RVUUF, and tickets for friends and family are free. Scholarships are available and childcare will be provided.