At the RVUUF library book sale this afternoon, Elinor Knight was putting books in order. The sale resumes after services on Sunday and continues until 4 p.m. Proceeds will benefit RVUUF library. There’s a lot of variety to choose from, sure to please book lovers on your gift list.
Perhaps you’ve noticed several new, young faces in our choir recently; these are RVUUF’s Choral Scholars, students at Southern Oregon University.
RVUUF’s current Board wishes to honor all of those who have served on the Board in the past. A Board Reunion Luncheon will take place at noon Monday, Nov. 16 under the balcony. Former board members are invited to join with colleagues and share stories of RVUUF’s past and wise reflections on the present and … Continue reading RVUUF Board Reunion, an invitation
The RVUUF Library’s used book sale is from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 and from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. According to RVUUF Library Committee chair Elinor Knight, this is a “great way to repurpose books” for holiday giving. She encourages people to spread the word to friends and neighbors.
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!
Doors open at 6 p.m. Saturday for RVUUF’s “311” fundraising auction. A silent auction takes place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and the live auction is scheduled for 7:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door for a suggested donation of $15. The event includes appetizers and light hors d’oeurves to complement … Continue reading RVUUF ‘311’ auction: Doors open 6 p.m. Saturday
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’
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.
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
The Fellowship Fun Committee is sponsoring a soup luncheon after today’s service. Please come and bring the kids.
