by uuasheville | Nov 18, 2021 | Weekly Message
Natalie Briscoe, the Lead of the UUA Southern Region’s Congregational Live staff team wrote those words. I wish I could take credit. Her entire article is so good I just have to share it. Here it is: Dear Congregations, There are a couple of things that have been...
by uuasheville | Nov 11, 2021 | Weekly Message
It was roughly 4 years ago when a major turning point occured in my relationship with UUCA. It was on one random Sunday afternoon in Sandburg Hall that James Casarra and Rev. Mark Ward approached me about stepping in to fill the spot of a Board member who was unable...
by uuasheville | Nov 4, 2021 | Weekly Message
The Soul Matters theme for November is Holding History, and Scott Taylor shares a rabbinic wisdom story to illustrate the importance of “holding” our history. A disciple asks the rebbe: “Why does Torah tell us to ‘place these words upon your hearts’? Why does it not...
by uuasheville | Oct 28, 2021 | Weekly Message
Last Sunday our full Audio Visual Team was in the Sanctuary supporting our first live-streamed service. Rev. Cathy and I know it was frustrating when the link didn’t go live. We stuck it out, and many of you did, too. Thank you! Once we were live, the service went...
by uuasheville | Oct 21, 2021 | Weekly Message
Glad you asked. I mean, just because you did it last year doesn’t mean you remember any of it. Here’s a rundown on what you need to know. If you’re still unclear, contact Ann McLellan, Tory Schmitz, or Margaret McAlister. (And thank them for the enormous time they’ve...
by uuasheville | Oct 14, 2021 | Weekly Message
Tomorrow, many UU Asheville friends, members, and staff will head to The Mountain for our annual congregational retreat and I am giddy with anticipation. For new folks, the Mountain is a UU camp and conference center located outside Highlands, NC atop 4,200’ Little...
