Child dedication photos
Michal Schaffer took these photos during the Sept. 20 child dedication ceremony at RVUUF
Congregation and Community News
RVUUF President debuts monthly message
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.
RVUUF Choir relocating for three rehearsals
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
Practice Compassion
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
‘Empowered Communication’ workshop with Rev. Cat Cox
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
SOPride Parade volunteers needed
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
‘Welcome Back Lunch’ after Sept. 13 service
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.”
‘Soul Matters’ deadline extended
Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship is extending its “Soul Matters” registration deadline for one more week, through Sept. 20, to allow as many more people who want to register to do so.
‘Time for All Ages’ resumes Sunday
The “Time for All Ages” (a special time during services before children are released to their classes) resumes this Sunday with RVUUF’s observance of the Water Communion. Children will be invited to add water that they collected into a large bowl. Water will be provided for those who do not bring their own. The children … Continue reading ‘Time for All Ages’ resumes Sunday
Soul Matters registration now open
Registration for Soul Matters will be open from Sunday, Aug. 30, through Sunday, Sept. 20. Here are the three ways to participate in the program. Choose only one: Register to be part of a Soul Matters Sharing Circle. (With this option, RVUUF recommends that you have a calendar handy so that you can be clear … Continue reading Soul Matters registration now open