Bob came from upstate Troy, New York. He majored in history and philosophy at West Virginia Wesleyan College then majored in theology at Yale Divinity School. While in college and seminary, he worked small churches to support his young family. He did graduate work in intellectual history at Temple University and in theology at Drew University. He was ordained in the New York Conference of the United Methodist Church. In 2006, he retired and a year later, discovered the TCUUC, where started the book club. In 2008, he began seven years of part-time ministry at the TCUUC then retired again and moved to Asheville, NC. A year later, Bob and his wife returned to the area, and the TCUUC. Elaine McArdle Wrapped in a simple linen shroud, the outline of her body obvious to family gathered at the cemetery, the Rev. Judy Welles was placed on a pine board, gently lowered into a hole in the ground, and covered with straw and soil. No casket, no embalming, no cement vault. Just the natural return … Continue reading Unitarian Universalists embrace eco-friendly funeral options
Nazune Menka Some twenty years ago, in a nondescript conference room with high ceilings and Berber carpet, I witnessed an Alaska Native Elder cry while discussing climate change. This Elder and her community have been living on the land—and existing off of it—for eons. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Alice Kurima Newberry In the face of ongoing existential threats, how will you respond? Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Staff Writer Donate to the UUA’s Disaster Relief Fund today to aid affected congregations. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Staff Writer After years without a building, the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Atlanta has held the grand opening of its new campus. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Staff Writer Our hearts are still heavy on the anniversary of September 11, 2001. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Jeff Milchen Kansas organizers succeed through inclusive leadership and seeking dialogue with potential opponents. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Staff Writer An Ingathering greeting from UUA President Susan Frederick-Gray. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Jeff Milchen The January 6 Committee is doing its job admirably. Now we must make sure its work results in action. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Arthur Hirsch Attendees discussed the future of the UUA’s Principles, Purposes, and Sources. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
