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. 
How to Help Unhoused Families at the UUA Emergency Overnight Shelter
Elaine McArdle : The temporary space, which opened in early March, is expected to accommodate eighty people nightly when at full capacity. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
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North Carolina UUs Celebrate Successful Push for Life-Saving Medicaid Expansion
Jeff Milchen : To help sway lawmakers, the Unitarian Universalist Justice Ministry of North Carolina leaned into its partnerships, developing a blueprint others can follow. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
‘Act of Faithful Witness’: Why the UUA Offered to Temporarily Host Migrant Families at its South Boston Headquarters
Elaine McArdle : Amid a shortage of available shelters across the state, the sixth floor of the UUA’s building at 24 Farnsworth Street could serve as a short-term, overnight haven for newcomers in need of aid. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
UUA Condemns Violence Against Gaza: Read the Statement
Staff Writer : A new statement from the Unitarian Universalist Association condemns the Israeli military’s ongoing violence against Gaza and the U.S. government’s complicity in the crisis in Gaza. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
30 Days of Love: Empower Democracy and Promote Electoral Justice with UU the Vote
Staff Writer : For the fourth and final full week of the Side With Love campaign, the theme is Resilience, and the focus is on Democracy and Electoral Justice. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
30 Days of Love: Inspiring UUs in the Fight for Bodily Autonomy
Staff Writer : In the third week of Side With Love’s campaign, we contemplate our individual rights and our responsibilities toward others. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
30 Days of Love: How Can Unitarian Universalists Champion Climate Justice?
Staff Writer : The second week of Side With Love’s month of spiritual renourishment invites UUs to find their paths for social transformation. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Uniting for Choice: How UUs and Interfaith Partners Helped Secure Reproductive Rights in Ohio
Jeff Milchen To overrule anti-abortion legislatures and courts, reproductive rights advocates are turning to citizen-led ballot measures in states where that power exists. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Ignite Your Heart: A Quick Guide to Side With Love’s 30 Days of Love
Staff Writer Here’s what to know about the annual celebration that offers spiritual nourishment, political grounding, and more. Source: UUA World from UUA.org
Blessing: In the New Year, May Unitarian Universalists Carry Each Other
Beth Monhollen Let’s forgo the pressure of resolutions and spend time in healing community instead. Source: UUA World from UUA.org