We’ll take a short journey through the book “Without Sanctuary: Lynching Photography in America”, with a view to understanding how “good and decent people”—merchants, students, politicians, media owners, and church goers, (among many others)—could rationalize and justify all manner of atrocities primarily against people of color. Taking the time to better know our past can … [Read more…]
In attendance: Lynda Smith, Paul Patton, Jeremy Bowman, Michael Pistrui, Daniel Williams, Barb Harrison, Patrick Gordon, Jackie Warmke, Lois Whealey, Laura Mitchell, Roberta Roberson, Natalie Barman Call To Order: 12:10 Leadership Covenant read by members Review Prior Minutes: Motion to accept: Jackie, Seconded Natalie. No opposition. Minister’s Report: Don Rollins to preach here in May. He is also … [Read more…]
UUFA has been very generous in donating to the Athens County Food Pantry (ACFP). The total contributions for 2014 were $844.00. And, we are off to a very good start for 2015. Last Sunday we collected $121.00! These contributions have and will go a long way to feeding needy individuals in Athens County. For example, … [Read more…]
The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) will be holding elections for the following positions at General Assembly (GA) 2015 in Portland, OR: Board of Trustees 4 trustees-at-large Commission on Appraisal 3 members Commission on Social Witness 2 members Board of Review 2 members General Assembly Planning Committee 5 members Nominating Committee 4 members The Nominating Committee has … [Read more…]
This renaissance module will be a combination of five webinar sessions and one in person workshop. Participation in all sessions is required to receive credit towards Renaissance Recognition or for the RE Credentialing Program. Each session will require the submission of a short reflection and there will be readings and an occasional video that must … [Read more…]
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…]