In Attendance: Paul Patton, Jeremy Bowman, Michael Pistrui, Daniel Williams, Barb Harrison, Patrick Gordon, Jackie Warmke, Lois Whealey, Jessie Roberson, Laura Mitchell, Roberta Roberson, Natalie Barman Leadership Covenant Review December Minutes: Barb interested in pursuing Don Rollins as a speaker. Paul motioned to accept minutes, Jackie seconded: Unanimous. Minister’s Report: Submitted 1-4-15. Old Business Treasurer Appointments: … [Read more…]
Dear Attorney General Mike DeWine, We are writing to you in the midst of heartbreak and grief this week. We are heartbroken to learn of the grand jury decisions regarding the deaths of Mike Brown and Eric Garner that have come in recent weeks. We grieve alongside the families of John Crawford and Tamir Rice, … [Read more…]
The Rev. Peter Morales, president of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), issued this statement following the news in Ferguson, MO, that charges will not be brought against Officer Darren Wilson in the death of Michael Brown: “Our fear that justice will not be served is now a reality. Regardless of the reasons why a grand … [Read more…]
OU Homecoming not your thing? We’ve got you covered. BYOB and enjoy a night of games with good friends at the UUFA!
Rev. Lynda Smith as graciously provided this transcript of her October 5th service. UU Identity, Jewish History & Atonementby Rev. Lynda Smith Yom Kippur, the Holiest Day of the Year in the Jewish tradition ended yesterday. Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. Atonement, making amends. Asking & receiving, giving & accepting forgiveness, is hard work. … [Read more…]
On Sunday, October 12, Dana Gardner will lead us in celebrating the animals in our lives and the many blessings they bring us. So, bring your well-behaved beasts (or photos of them!) and some plastic bags (just in case!) and let’s show our feathered and/or furry friends how much we love them! Following Service at 2pm (1:30pm … [Read more…]
The annual Athens CROP Hunger Walk to counter hunger, both locally (25%) and overseas (75%), is scheduled for Sunday, October 12. We will walk on the bike path, beginning at 2 PM by the Richland Ave. bridge/Peden Stadium. See Lois Whealey for more information and a signup envelope, and please ask friends and neighbors (on line works too) … [Read more…]
The Ohio-Meadville District UU Young Adult Network Presents Fall Conference: Pop Con: Pop Culture and UU – A gathering of UU young adults (18-35) October 10 – October 12 East Shore Unitarian Universalist Church, Kirtland, OH To register go to: http://www.ohiomeadville.org/omdevents/540-yafallcon For more information visit: omduuyan.ohiomeadville.org www.facebook.com/groups/OMDUUYAN or email omduuyan@gmail.com Cost: $25-$45 (sliding scale), $5 discount if you bring a friend … [Read more…]
Paul Patton and CUUPS will lead us in service to recognize the end of summer and the perfect balance between the light and the dark. In this moment of balance, we will reflect on the changes we have experienced as a community and as individuals. The ribbon cutting ceremony for Camden’s Sanctuary will take place … [Read more…]
CUUPS will host a drum circle at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens on Thursday, September 18th beginning at 7pm. All including children are welcome to join and bring any instrument they have have.