SJ&A proposes overnight parking at RVUUF
There are many people who, having lost their homes, are forced to live in their cars or vans. Car camping on the street is illegal in Ashland and the police will move people on or ticket them.
Tag: Social Justice and Action Committee
Nan’s News: ‘Happy New Year’
“Thank you.” Words spoken, and written, to ensure you understand that gratitude abounds within me and the leadership and members of RVUUF.
‘Socks Plus’ donation drive
RVUUF’s Religious Explorations youth will soon assemble kits of useful items for adults who seek refuge at Ashland’s Pioneer Hall homeless shelter. All RVUUFians are invited to help by donating: Socks (new, adult sizes only) Refillable water bottles Gloves (adult sizes only) Tooth brushes and tooth paste Small bottles of soap, shampoo or lotion Nutritional … Continue reading ‘Socks Plus’ donation drive
Climate-justice support at RVUUF
RVUUF’s Social Justice and Action Committee is encouraging support for Clergy Climate Action’s Call for Climate Justice. Clergy Climate Action’s letter reads in part: “As religious leaders, we have an essential role to play in the climate justice movement. We are called to lift up hope and faith as antidotes to despair and denial. We … Continue reading Climate-justice support at RVUUF
‘Black Lives Matter’ at RVUUF
Social Justice and Action Committee coordinated hanging the “Black Lives Matter” banner outside of RVUUF. Pictured here are Bill Montfort on the ladder, Roger Best holding the ladder, and Frank Jones looking on.
President’s Post: ‘Black Lives Matter’ and homeless services
This year is getting off to a magical start. I am behind the times already but running fast to catch up.
Nuclear disarmament activist to speak Sunday
Nuclear disarmament activist Greg Boertje-Obed will present a talk this Sunday, Aug. 7, after the service at RVUUF. “Seventy one years after the atomic destruction, of two Japanese cities, Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and the resultant death and maiming of hundreds of thousands of civilians… What actions may citizens feel called to do, today, in the … Continue reading Nuclear disarmament activist to speak Sunday
Affordable housing: Tabling action this Sunday
The Social Justice and Action Committee will be tabling outside the church after services this Sunday. The committee seeks signatures for its resolution asking the Ashland City Council to find ways to fund the Affordable Housing Trust. From this week’s “News to Note” email newsletter: “We will have written information about this vital issue and … Continue reading Affordable housing: Tabling action this Sunday
President’s Post: Time to pass the gavel
This is my last President’s post as I am handing the gavel to …? I want to thank my fellow Board members and the Congregation for the opportunity to serve as your president for the past two years. This position has changed me. I have a greater appreciation for our community and increased self-confidence. I … Continue reading President’s Post: Time to pass the gavel
President’s Report for annual Congregational Meeting on May 22, 2016
In the spring of 2014, Congregants met to do strategic planning and developed the following five-year goals for 2014-2015: We, the member of the Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, commit ourselves to implementing the following five goals for the five-year period beginning with the 2015-2016 church year.