by uuasheville | Feb 1, 2023 | Weekly Message
Dear Ones, I imagine that you, like me are deeply saddened and disturbed by the murder of yet another innocent Black man at the hands of the police. As Tyre was being brutally beaten, he called out for his mother. He was on his way home which was nearby. All five of...
by Faith Dev Team | Jan 31, 2023 | Justice Ministry
UUSJ Event with UUA President Rev. Susan Fredrick-Gray on Thursday, February 2nd at 8:00 PM ET. Rev. Frederick-Gray will offer her reflections on the 118th Session of Congress and will then take questions from UUs across the country. At the start of this new congress,...
by uuasheville | Jan 30, 2023 | Featured
Justice Ministry Film Night, Friday, February 10, 7pm Streets of Dreams Streets of Dreams tells the stories of grassroots activists in communities of color around the U.S. who are using community land trusts (CLTs) to preserve the affordability of their homes, prevent...
by uuasheville | Jan 29, 2023 | Sermons
Sunday, January 29, 2023 11am Susan Fredrick-Gray UUA President “We know from these last several years the challenge, the loss, and the creativity and possibility of these transitional times. In liminal times, there’s always a risk that fear and anxiety...
by uuasheville | Jan 25, 2023 | Weekly Message
Since our marriage 54 years ago, my husband and I have sent out a card and letter to friends and relatives each Christmas. I have read that it is rare to watch entire lives unfold through time; but over the years, our notebook of those missives has grown thick,...
by uuasheville | Jan 25, 2023 | Scoop
Come check out our table in Sandburg every other week. And join our garden crew for the growing season! It’s so exciting to start perusing the seed catalogs and dream of the day when you see those tiny, succulent seedlings pop through the soil. But It’s important to...
by Faith Dev Team | Jan 24, 2023 | Justice Ministry
If you are interested in racial justice and equity, the Western North Carolina Racial Equity Collective is hosting several virtual REI (Racial Equity Institute) workshops heading into the new year. Go to the following links to register and/or express interest:Â Â REI...
by uuasheville | Jan 18, 2023 | Weekly Message
You are a ray of sun. Together, our community brings rays of sunshine into our walls and beyond into the Asheville community. These rays look different for each of us. They are composed of the time, talent, and treasures you choose to share. One of the most precious...
by Faith Dev Team | Jan 17, 2023 | Justice Ministry
NC House Speaker Tim Moore wants to make House Rules Change to Override Vetoes without notice. The NC House rules have previously required advance notice that votes will take place to ensure all representatives are on the floor for crucial decisions. Speaker...
by uuasheville | Jan 13, 2023 | Sermons
Sunday, January 8, 2023 11am Rev. Cathy Harrington, Interim Lead Minister Historically, introverts have been unfairly misunderstood. They are not necessarily shy, though introverts often avoid social situations because they are draining. They are not misanthropic...
