Wine with Friends
2025-05-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-05 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
Gather with fellow church members and invite a friend to join us for an enjoyable evening filled with wine and engaging conversations.
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Church Basement
Please contribute by bringing a bottle of wine to share or a delightful side dish. A suggested donation of $5 is appreciated.
For additional details, feel free to reach out to Carla Miller.

Recycling Pick Up
2025-05-04 09:00 - 13:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
♻️ Recycling Collection Days at All Souls UU Church ♻️Sunday, May 4, 2025
Drop off your recyclables at the church — the truck will be available before and after the service. Please sort your items before arrival.👉 No glass. No mixed categories.
Proceeds benefit All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church. Thank you!
✅ What You Can Bring:

Aluminum cans (rinse thoroughly)
Steel cans (rinse, remove labels)
Plastic bottles & jugs (#1 & #2 only, no lids)
#1 PETE (pop bottles)
#2 HDPE (milk, juice, laundry bottles)
Metals (aluminum, steel, brass, copper, silver, etc.)
Paper & cardboard
Newspaper (no books, mail, magazines)
Corrugated cardboard only
Office mix (shred if possible)
Automobile or forklift batteries

❌ What NOT to Bring:

Glass
Boxboard or chipboard
Magazines, mail, or phone books

📍 Alternate Drop-Off Site:Sacred Stones Mystical Farm
📞 Contact: Jacqueline or Brian Moore – (419) 589-7707

David FitzSimmons — Surviving a Tornado: My First Attempt
2025-05-04 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Brian Moore
Speaker — David FitzSimmons
Title — Surviving a Tornado: My First Attempt
Topic — In June 2022, an F1 tornado hit our property, damaging our house and parts of our business. To our family, “surviving a tornado” doesn’t just mean making it through a short-duration storm; it means persevering through long-term effects: physical, emotional, and monetary. While sharing images of the damage, I will discuss impacts the twister had—and continues to have—on our lives. I will delve into psychology, celebrate community help, and offer advice to others facing traumas. I subtitled this “My First Attempt” not only because it will be the first time publicly speaking about the storm but also because, from a global warming perspective, the odds may be increasing that this might not be my last time experiencing the effects of a tornado.
Bio — David FitzSimmons is an award-winning photographer and writer. His more than two dozen children’s books have sold over 5 million copies and received numerous awards, including the IBPA’s best first picture book and best picture book. David’s books include Curious Critters, Curious Critters Backyard Animals, Curious Critters Marine, Curious Critters Birds, Curious Critters Raptors, Curious Critters Dogs, and numerous state-focused Curious Critters board books covering over one-third of the US (California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia). He also authored Animals of Ohio’s Ponds and Vernal Pools, Salamander Dance, and Wakem the Rooster: Up All Night. Five Curious Critters books were featured in Chick-fil-A’s kid’s meals, and David has licensed his books to Scholastic and PBS. His TV appearances include ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, and The Weather Channel. David’s magazine credits include Outdoor Photographer, Popular Photography, Professional Photographer, and Shutterbug, among others.
An educator for twenty years, David worked first as high school English teacher and then as a university professor, having taught at Ashland University, Ohio State University, and Cornell University. He holds a Ph.D. in English from Ohio State, with a specialty in narrative theory—investigating the components of storytelling—something that influences his photography and writing. Regularly visiting schools, David helps connect children with nature through writing and photography. He is an active leader in the Children & Nature movement.
David presents seminars and workshops to a wide variety of audiences, from public school, college, and university classes to photography groups, nature clubs, and civic organizations. His works have been exhibited at the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, the National Center for Nature Photography, the Palm Beach Photographic Centre, and the Telluride Photo Festival.
To learn more about David and his award-winning picture books, visit
www.curious-critters.com.

Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

Pollinator Garden Glow Up
2025-05-04 12:30 - 15:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Pollinator Garden Glow-UpSunday, May 4, 2025 | Following Service
Help us welcome spring by giving our pollinator garden a fresh start! Join Carla M. after service as we bring the garden out of its winter slumber and prepare it for the warmer months ahead. Bring your gloves, your green thumbs, and your helping spirit — there’s plenty to do, and many hands make light work. Let’s refresh our corner garden together and create a beautiful, welcoming space for the season!
Rain Date scheduled for May 11th following service.

A Course In Miracles
2025-05-07 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-05-21 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-06-04 18:30 - 20:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
Discover the transformative teachings of A Course In Miracles in our bi-monthly sessions.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Church Basement
Unlock the power of spiritual growth and inner peace.
All are welcome!

Wendy Bartlett — Mothering Sunday
2025-05-11 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Cindy Petri
Speaker — Wendy Bartlett
Title — Mothering Sunday
Topic — Join us this Mother’s Day as we celebrate all those who love and mother—in the myriad of ways that mothering presents in our diverse and beloved UU community.
Note: This will be a multi-generational service. There will be no Children’s RE program downstairs this Sunday; all children are warmly invited to stay upstairs and participate in the service with the congregation.
Bio — Wendy Bartlett is a Quaker who was raised in, and rejoices in, Unitarian Universalist spaces. Wendy graduated from the Unitarian Universalist House of Studies with a Master of Divinity degree in 2021. She is involved with social justice issues including anti-racism and LGBTQ concerns. She lives with her grown-up son and a grandcat in Fairlawn, Ohio.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

Pollinator Garden Glow-Up
2025-05-11 13:00 - 15:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Pollinator Garden Glow-Up
Following Service
Help us welcome spring by giving our pollinator garden a fresh start! Join Carla M. after service as we bring the garden out of its winter slumber and prepare it for the warmer months ahead. Bring your gloves, your green thumbs, and your helping spirit — there’s plenty to do, and many hands make light work. Let’s refresh our corner garden together and create a beautiful, welcoming space for the season!
More times to come if the work is not able to be completed in time.

Spring Highway Clean Up
2025-05-17 | OH
🌿 Join Us for Our Bi-Annual Highway Clean-Up! 🌿
Let’s come together to keep our community beautiful and care for the environment. Your help makes a big difference!
🗓 Date: Saturday, May 17th
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Meet at All Souls UU Church, and we’ll travel to our section of St Rt 13, south of Bellville. Safety gear, supplies, and instructions will be provided.

A sign-up sheet will be available at the church, or you can email Jen at allsoulsohio@gmail.com to sign up.
Let’s roll up our sleeves and show some love to our roadways! 🌍💚
🌧 Rain Date: Not currently scheduled

Recycling Pick Up
2025-05-18 09:00 - 13:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
♻️ Recycling Collection Days at All Souls UU Church ♻️Sunday, May 18, 2025
Drop off your recyclables at the church — the truck will be available before and after the service. Please sort your items before arrival.👉 No glass. No mixed categories.
Proceeds benefit All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church. Thank you!
✅ What You Can Bring:

Aluminum cans (rinse thoroughly)
Steel cans (rinse, remove labels)
Plastic bottles & jugs (#1 & #2 only, no lids)
#1 PETE (pop bottles)
#2 HDPE (milk, juice, laundry bottles)
Metals (aluminum, steel, brass, copper, silver, etc.)
Paper & cardboard
Newspaper (no books, mail, magazines)
Corrugated cardboard only
Office mix (shred if possible)
Automobile or forklift batteries

❌ What NOT to Bring:

Glass
Boxboard or chipboard
Magazines, mail, or phone books

📍 Alternate Drop-Off Site:Sacred Stones Mystical Farm
📞 Contact: Jacqueline or Brian Moore – (419) 589-7707

Anthony Brown — The Heart of the Matter: Restoring Dignity to Our Homeless Neighbors
2025-05-18 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Margaret Lin
Speaker — Anthony Brown
Title — The Heart of the Matter: Restoring Dignity to Our Homeless Neighbors
Topic — A conversation about seeing the humanity behind homelessness — exploring practical ways communities, churches, and individuals can care for those experiencing homelessness with compassion, not judgment. This could cover things like outreach, advocacy, transitional housing, emotional support, and the power of simply listening.
Bio — Anthony Brown is the founder and director of Coordinating & Assisting Recovery Environments (C.A.R.E.), located in Anaheim, California. Since 1999, Anthony’s passion is providing specialized treatment for individuals who suffer with mental illness combined with a substance use disorder. With a B.S. in Nursing from California State University Fullerton, Anthony developed and directed a long-term residential treatment model, which has fueled his dream to open a home for those who have suffered from the disease of addiction and mental illness. He currently enjoys being thankful for each breath and gratefully lives every moment of his amazing life.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

Anti-Oppression Teach-In Workshops
2025-05-18 16:00 - 18:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Anti-Oppression Teach-In Workshops
📅 Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025⏰ Time: 4:00-6:00PM📍 Location: All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church
Join us for an Anti-Oppression Teach-In & Workshop Series at All Souls UU Church. This event is a follow-up to the Yom HaSho’ah service, where we reflected on the past and honored those who resisted oppression. Now, we come together to take action, learn, and grow as a community committed to justice.
✨ Keynote Speaker:
Rabbi Dr. Joan Friedman,College of Wooster, Professor Emerita“How Democracy Died in Germany”
✨ Follow-Up Group Facilitation By:
Edwin Fuller,The UU Justice Ohio and the Ohio Organizing Collaborative
This event is open to all who seek to deepen their understanding and commitment to building a more just world.
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Wine Bottle Luminary Decorating
2025-05-24 12:00 - 15:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
Wine Bottle Luminary Decorating
Join us as we transform saved wine bottles from our Wine with Friends evenings into beautiful luminaries to sell as a fundraiser for the church.
These bottles will be sold at the Rummage Sale in June.
Please bring $5 per person to cover the cost of supplies.
Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
Time: 12-3pm
Location: All Souls UU Church
Sign up at church or here on the link to the sign up sheet.

Board Meeting
2025-05-25 09:00 - 10:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
All Souls Board Meeting
Date: Sunday, May 25, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church
Join us for the upcoming All Souls Board Meeting. All board members are encouraged to attend as we discuss important church matters and plans for the future.
If you have items to add to the agenda, please submit them to Secretary Joan Richmond prior to the meeting.
Thank you for your dedication to our community!

Rev. William Humphrey — The World As It Might Yet Be
2025-05-25 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Reed Richmond
Speaker — Rev. William Humphrey
Title — The World As It Might Yet Be
Bio — Serving as our parish minister, Rev. William Humphrey was ordained with us and has served since 2015. Rev. Will is also the settled minister of East Shore UU in Kirtland, Ohio. Rev. Will is active throughout the state with anti-racism work and collaborates with the Heritage Universalist groups, including the Universalist Convocation. Rev. Will is also involved with the Central East Region’s Summer Institute, serving on the ministry/chaplain team for the past three years.
Passionate about liberation theological perspectives and eco-feminism, Rev. Will advocates for LGBTQ+ rights, anti-racism, and economic justice, affirming the worth and dignity of each person while fighting for justice, equity, and compassion in human relations. Rev. Will believes that “the foundation of our faith, as Unitarian Universalists, is the Love that we live in our interactions and our daily Social Justice work.”
Join us downstairs after service for potluck.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

Potluck
2025-05-25 12:00 - 14:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
Join us after the service for a delicious and heartwarming potluck meal! This is a wonderful opportunity to share your favorite dishes, enjoy great company, and connect with our All Souls community.
Bring your appetite, your favorite dish, and your joyful spirit—we can’t wait to see you there!
Let’s celebrate fellowship together!
When: After the service
Where: All Souls UU Church
Sign up here!
Hope to see you Sunday!

Questions for Your Answers
2025-05-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Bob Evans @ Hanley Rd., 30 W. Hanley Rd., Mansfield, OH, 44903, United States
Come and be part of our monthly gathering, starting at 10 a.m.
Location: Bob Evans on Hanley Road in Mansfield.
Join us for discussions on life, faith, and any topics close to your heart.

Rev. Dr. Elaine Strawn — The Three B's
2025-06-01 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Jacqueline Moore
Speaker — Rev. Dr. Elaine Strawn
Title — The Three B’s
Topic — In “Believing,” New York Times reporter/researcher, Lauren Jackson, revealed results of her research. Religion offers people three B’s: “beliefs about the world, behaviors to follow and belonging in a community or culture. They said they wanted to belong — in rich, profound and sustained ways.”
This is not a shock. But what are the ways we create and maintain such a community here and now?
Bio —Rev. Elaine Strawn retired from UU pastoral ministry in 2019, after having served Wooster, Canton and Westfield congregations. She is temporarily serving as our Primary Contact with the Central East Region of the UUA.
In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, walking with her spouse and their Corgi, and playing with their two month old grandson.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

Annual Congregational Meeting
2025-06-01 12:00 - 13:30 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Annual Congregational Business Meeting
Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025
Time: Immediately following the church service
Location: All Souls UU Church
Mark your calendars for our Annual Congregational Business Meeting on Sunday, June 1, 2025, following the church service. This is an important meeting where we will:

Share updates on how the church is doing.
Discuss plans for the upcoming year.
Vote on new board members.
Approve the annual budget for the new fiscal year.

Your participation matters! We must have a quorum of our membership to proceed with these important votes, so please make every effort to attend.
Together, we’ll celebrate our accomplishments and plan for the future of All Souls. We look forward to seeing you there!

Rummage Sale Donation Drop-Off Day
2025-06-08 09:00 - 14:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
📅 Sunday, June 8, 2025⏰ Before or after church until 2:00 PM
Get ready for our Rummage Sale! Bring your donations to the church on Sunday, June 8 — we’ll be accepting items before and after the service until 2 PM.
👉 Please make sure to check in with Jen G., our “Church Lady,” so she knows your items are for the sale.
🪑 Note for large furniture:We ask that you hold off on bringing large furniture pieces until the sale begins on Thursday, June 12, as we don’t have space to store them ahead of time.
Thank you for supporting this fundraiser!

Brian Moore — Living An Unhurried Life
2025-06-08 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Jen Gibson
Speaker — Brian Moore
Title — Living An Unhurried Life
Topic — Imagine crossing an icy winter stream that might crack at any moment—remaining cautious and watchful, while also alert to imminent danger. These descriptors paint a picture of those who live unhurriedly, yet in a profound state of awareness.
We will explore how we can enjoy an indescribably profound cooperation with the world, and live flexible, peaceful lives like those of the ancient masters and sages.
Bio — Brian serves as the Chairman of the Pulpit and Worship Committee at All Souls. Celebrating 30 years of marriage to Jacqueline and embracing life in his 60s, they share their home with 2 cats, 3 dogs, and a vibrant aquarium and pond boasting over 35 fish. Proud parents of two grown children and grandparents to three grandchildren, they find joy in family and music, performing together in the group Tao Bridge. As the dedicated proprietors of Mid-Ohio Supply Co. for four decades, they embody commitment and entrepreneurial spirit. Outside of work, Brian’s passions include gardening, yard work, and culinary adventures. He also nurtures Sacred Stones Mystical Farm as its curator. Since joining All Souls in 2005, Brian finds fulfillment in his Unitarian Universalist faith and cherishes the opportunity to serve the church community.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

Rummage Sale Donation Drop-Off Day
2025-06-09 14:00 - 18:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
📅 Monday, June 9, 2025⏰2:00pm -6:00pm
Get ready for our Rummage Sale!
👉 Please make sure to check in with Jen G., our “Church Lady,” so she knows your items are for the sale.
🪑 Note for large furniture:We ask that you hold off on bringing large furniture pieces until the sale begins on Thursday, June 12, as we don’t have space to store them ahead of time.
Thank you for supporting this fundraiser!

Rummage Sale Donation Drop-Off Day
2025-06-10 10:00 - 16:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
📅 Tuesday, June 10, 2025⏰ 10am-4pm
Get ready for our Rummage Sale!
👉 Please make sure to check in with Jen G., our “Church Lady,” so she knows your items are for the sale.
🪑 Note for large furniture:We ask that you hold off on bringing large furniture pieces until the sale begins on Thursday, June 12, as we don’t have space to store them ahead of time.
Thank you for supporting this fundraiser!

Rummage Sale Donation Drop-Off Day
2025-06-11 14:00 - 18:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
📅 Wednesday, June 11, 2025⏰ 2:00pm-6:00pm
Get ready for our Rummage Sale!
👉 Please make sure to check in with Jen G., our “Church Lady,” so she knows your items are for the sale.
🪑 Note for large furniture:We ask that you hold off on bringing large furniture pieces until the sale begins on Thursday, June 12, as we don’t have space to store them ahead of time.
Thank you for supporting this fundraiser!

All Souls Rummage Sale
2025-06-12 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-13 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-14 09:00 - 16:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church🌟 Rummage Sale – Drop-Off Schedule & Event Info 🌟
Get ready for the All Souls Rummage Sale — a weekend of great bargains and community spirit!
Discover household goods, clothing, books, and unique treasures, all while supporting the mission and programs of our church. Whether you’re shopping, donating, or volunteering, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

🛍 Sale Dates & Times:📅 Thursday, June 12 – Saturday, June 14⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

📦 Donation Drop-Off:Bring your donations before or after church on Sunday, June 8 — we’ll accept items until 2 PM.👉 Please check in with Jen G., our “Church Lady,” so she knows your items are for the sale.🪑 Large furniture items: Please hold off until the sale begins on Thursday, June 12 as we have limited storage space.

💛 Volunteer Opportunity:We need many hands to make this sale a success! Please consider signing up for a volunteer shift — it’s a great way to connect and give back.

♻️ Post-Sale Donations:Any unsold items after church on Sunday, June 15 will be donated to local charity shops — ensuring nothing goes to waste.

Thank you for your generosity and support!To get involved or volunteer, please contact Jen Gibson.

All Souls Children's Religious Exploration Group — Wisdom of the Young
2025-06-15 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Hayley Young
Speaker — Karen Gotter (RE Educator), Margaret Lin (RE trustee), All Souls Children’s Religious Exploration Group
Title — Wisdom of the Young
Topic — Join as we celebrate Fathers Day with the Children’s RE in this multigenerational service.
Bio — Our Children’s RE Group is a vibrant and integral part of All Souls UU Church. Focused on fostering curiosity, compassion, and community, the group offers engaging, age-appropriate activities designed to explore Unitarian Universalist values and principles.
The Children’s RE Group is excited to take the lead in organizing a Sunday service, sharing their creativity, insights, and unique perspectives with the entire congregation.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.
