All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church

Jacquie Zarley — Finding out at Memaw's Age
2024-01-21 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Reed Richmond
Speaker — Jacquie Zarley
Title — Finding out at Memaw’s Age
Topic — Having been recently diagnosed with ADHD and Autism at the age of 60, ministerial candidate, Jacquie Zarley shares the journey; the absurdity of such a late diagnosis and their discovery that ADHD and ASD are both highly heritable (60–93%)
For decades, people who would be diagnosed today found ways to cope with living in a world that was not made to accommodate them. This is, indeed, a great heritage. It is not simply a brain that works gloriously different, but a vast resource of creative, courageous, and downright ingenious coping skills.
Bio — Jacquie Zarley is a nonbinary, queer person. They graduated from the Methodist Theological School in Ohio in 2020 and is a candidate in the UU fellowshipping process. Having recently completed a year-long internship At North Unitarian Universalist Church, they will be finishing up the final steps toward fellowship and ultimately ordination in 2024. They live with their partner of 28 years in Wadsworth. They have a dog, two cats and a weird little cactus plant that has miraculously walked the line between life and death for three years.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
*Masks are requested in the building*

Board Meeting
2024-01-28 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-02-25 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-03-31 09:00 - 10:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
All Souls board meeting starting at 9 a.m.
*Masks requested*

Rev. Will Humphrey — Unitarian Universalism as a World Religion
2024-01-28 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Brian Moore
Speaker — Rev. Will Humphrey
Title — Unitarian Universalism as a World Religion
Bio — Serving as our part-time parish minister, he was ordained with us and has served us since 2015. Rev. Will is also the settled minister of East Shore UU Church. Rev Will is active with anti-racism work within Knox, Richland, and Wayne Counties and throughout the state; he works with the Heritage Universalist groups, including the Universalist Convocation, and Rev Will is active within the Central East Region’s Summer Institute, serving on the ministry/chaplain team for the past four 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, 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 requested in the building*

Potluck
2024-01-28 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-02-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-03-24 12:00 - 14:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
Join us after service for our end of the month potluck meal. If you are interested in bringing a dish, there will be a sign up list at the church.
We hope to see you there!!!

Questions For Your Answers
2024-01-31 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-02-28 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-03-27 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, commencing 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.

Wine with Friends
2024-02-01 19:00 - 21:00 | 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
Theme: Your favorite wine to share on a date/dinner with a loved one
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.

Anthony Brown — The Struggle Was Real But Worth It
2024-02-04 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Jen Gibson
Speaker — Anthony Brown
Title — The Struggle Was Real But Worth It
Topic — How to overcome adversity
Bio — Anthony Brown is the founder and director of Coordinating & Assisting Recovery Environments located in Southern California. His past life has led him to many dark and often dangerous places. Addicted to drugs and alcohol since he was very young, he shares his life to others so that they can have hope in themselves as he has discovered within himself. He authored the book “From Park Bench to Park Avenue”, in which he details his incredible journey from dysfunction and homelessness to recovery and triumph. He is currently pursuing his ultimate passion of giving hope and helping those still imprisoned by destructive behaviors. With an MSN from the United States University, he is currently developing a long-term treatment model in Mansfield, Ohio for transitional services to assist the homeless population.
His favorite quote is “One light does make a difference.”
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
*Masks are requested in the building*

ACIM
2024-02-07 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-02-21 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-03-06 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-03-20 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-04-03 18:30 - 20:30 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
Join Dr. Walter Kania for his bi-monthly class A Course In Miracles
Come down to our church basement at 6:30 p.m.

Celebration of Life for Sandy MacPherson
2024-02-08 17:00 - 20:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our long-time member, Sandy Ball MacPherson. In honor of Sandy’s life, the family cordially invites you to join us for a Celebration of Life on Thursday, February 8, 2024.
Obituary for Sandy MacPherson
Event Details:

Calling Hours: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Snyder Funeral Home, 2553 Lexington Ave, Mansfield, Ohio 44904
Graveside Burial: 3:00 pm – Kokosing Nature Preserve, 10620 Quarry Chapel Rd, Gambier, OH 43022
Celebration of Life Service: 5:00 pm – All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church, 25 Church St, Bellville, Ohio 44813

Following the service, there will be a supper to share memories and support one another.
Your presence and support during this time will mean a great deal to the Ball-MacPherson family. If you have any questions or would like to offer your assistance, please feel free to reach out.

Wendy Bartlett — What’s Love Got to Do with It?
2024-02-11 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Hayley Young
Speaker — Wendy Bartlett
Title — What’s Love Got to Do with It?
Topic — We kick off this Valentine’s week by examining what L-O-V-E means in Unitarian Universalism—with a little help from the immortal Tina Turner.
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, a very old cat, and a grandcat in Fairlawn, Ohio.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
*Masks are requested in the building*

Rev. James Seamus Dillard — Love and love deities and customs from around the world
2024-02-18 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Bambi Gordon
Speaker — Rev. James Seamus Dillard
Title — Love and love deities and customs from around the world
Bio — Rev. James “Seamus” Dillard has been active in the Columbus Ohio Pagan community for over 19 years and is been a member of ADF (ÁrnDraíocht Féin: A Druid Fellowship), RDNA (Reformed Druids of North America and founder of The Columbus Sanctuary.
He has served ADF both locally and internationally including as Vice Archdruid, Warrior Guild Chief and Senior Druid. Seamus has co-written or contributed to three books, Fire on our Hearth, Call of the Crane and Pagan Fires: Ritual Fundamentals and wrote the ADF Warrior’s Guild 1st Circle Training Program and companion book Modern Day Warrior. He is currently writing a book on root-working.
Seamus has also given workshops around the US, including Universal Life Expo, Earth Warriors Festival, Desert Magic Festival, Trillium Gathering, Wellspring Festival, Summerlands Festival, Sirius Rising Festival, and Starwood Festival, among others.
He follows Hoodoo, Asatru’ (Norse) and Druid paths.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
*Masks are requested in the building*

Rev. Elaine Strawn — “Falling in Love with Christian Cooper”
2024-02-25 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. Elaine Strawn
Title — “Falling in Love with Christian Cooper”
Topic — He became famous on that day in Central Park when he asked a woman to leash her dog. But he has much wisdom of nature-most especially birds-and of being gay, African American and male. We are all so complex. On this final Sunday of Black History month, we will look at some of the ways we grow through relationships when we choose love over “othering.”
Bio — Rev. Dr. Elaine served as the settled minister in the UU Fellowship of Wayne County in Wooster for 23 years before semi-retiring. She now co-chairs the regional Commissioned Lay Ministry Council and offers Spiritual Direction to a wide variety of people. Walking, gardening and tai chi keep her grounded and inspired.
Join us downstairs after service for Potluck.
*Masks are requested in the building*

Rev. Will Humphrey — A Love Beyond Belief
2024-03-03 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. Will Humphrey
Title — A Love Beyond Belief
Topic — Social justice and activism through our Christian, Muslim and Jewish source traditions
Bio — Serving as our part-time parish minister, he was ordained with us and has served us since 2015. Rev. Will is also the settled minister of East Shore UU Church. Rev Will is active with anti-racism work within Knox, Richland, and Wayne Counties and throughout the state; he works with the Heritage Universalist groups, including the Universalist Convocation, and Rev Will is active within the Central East Region’s Summer Institute, serving on the ministry/chaplain team for the past four 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, 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 coffee and conversation.
*Masks are requested in the building*

Wine with Friends
2024-03-07 19:00 - 21:00 | 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.

Ron Boyd — Artificial Intelligence - Hopes and Concerns
2024-03-10 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Brian Moore
Speaker — Ron Boyd
Title — Artificial Intelligence – Hopes and Concerns
Topic — Ron has been interested in the Subject of Artificial Intelligence for most of his life. Now that it is becoming more of a reality there has been a lot more serious discussion of the hopes of A.I. but also the concerns. Join us as we go on a journey exploring the ethical implications of this emerging technology.
Bio — In 2016 Ron founded his organization Mystic Spirit Presentations which serves to inform, educate, and inspire interested parties throughout Ohio and beyond. He is the past president of Merging Hearts Spiritual Center in Canton Ohio, where he led numerous programs on topics pertaining to spiritual growth, religious education, and environmental education.
Ron attended and served his local UU congregation for over 20 years, a twice past president of his local congregation, and has spoken for numerous UU congregations and religious organizations over the years. He speaks on a variety of topics, drawing from a diverse range of sources. He is a strong advocate for finding solutions for our current environmental issues, and sees this as one of the most critical moral issues we are facing in our time.
Ron sees our values as UU’s lead us into a wider circle that eventually expands to include the entire planet. We do not seek to make others believe exactly like us but rather to become more inclusive in our diversity and acceptance, with the goal of a world community united in the bond of love.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
*Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.*

UU the Vote Launch Party
2024-03-14 18:30 - 21:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Launch Event: Becoming a 2024 Good Trouble Congregation
Date: Thursday, March 14, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)
Location: All Souls UU Church or Zoom from home (Online Event)
Join us for the Launch Event via Zoom as we take the first step towards becoming a 2024 Good Trouble Congregation. Gain insights into the project and start our journey together. Register at the provided link to watch from home or request the recording if you’re unable to attend.
http://bit.ly/UUTV2024Launch
Let’s embark on this meaningful journey together!

Christopher Reynolds — Everyone Born Is A Christ: Astrological Codes In Greek Christianity
2024-03-17 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Hayley Young
Speaker — Christopher Reynolds
Title — Everyone Born Is A Christ: Astrological Codes In Greek Christianity
Topic — It can be helpful to remember that Christianity began as a path of peace. Christian soldiers posed a problem in the Roman army because they refused to carry weapons. In Alexandria in the first centuries of Christianity, a code for the Christ was developed that integrated the Christian message into the already-existing traditions. A way of writing the name, Jesus, was developed that merged Jesus with words and numbers associated with the sun. Using gematria, where letters can also be read as numbers, Jesus = 888. In Alexandrian cosmology, the numbers associated with the sun are multiples of the number 37 — 111, 222, 333, 444, 555, 666, 777, 888, 999, etc. In astrology, the center of the personality is the sun that appears in our birth chart. The message is that everyone born is a Christ, even our enemies.
Join Chris Reynolds for this helpful instrument for waging peace and creativity.
Bio — F. Christopher Reynolds, M.Ed., is a singer, teacher and roving shaman. His mission is to sing, to teach, and restore American culture’s relationships with the peoples, the lands, and Ancestors, to help the stars touch the Earth again. He is a singer-songwriter with 20 releases. He is the lead author on the only publications on depth psychology, soul, creativity, and giftedness. He is also published in organic creativity in the language classroom. Chris is the founder of No Man’s Folk. He is a co-founder of archetypal ecology. He is a ritual facilitator and board member for returning veterans with Warriors Journey Home. Learn more at his website: urrealist.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.*

Spring Equinox Service
2024-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Join Us for Spring Equinox Service!
Date: March 19, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: All Souls UU Church
Rev. Will Humphrey will lead our Spring Equinox service. You’re invited to join us for an evening of reflection and celebration.
After the service, join us for dinner and conversation at Panchos Tacos on St Rt 97 in Bellville. Let’s continue the fellowship together!
All are welcome! 🌱 #SpringEquinox #Fellowship

Christopher Reynolds — A New Earth and a New Heaven: The Medicine Wheel and Evolutionary Astrology
2024-03-24 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Jen Gibson
Speaker — Christopher Reynolds
Title — A New Earth and a New Heaven: The Medicine Wheel and Evolutionary Astrology
Topic — In the Ojibwe prophecies, when Western culture merges with the Indigenous and we learn to walk forward together for the good of each other, a green and living path into the future becomes possible. For Americans, this is an invitation to release the supremacy of our national vision. We are being invited through the personal pursuit of happiness into the compassionate pursuit of the happiness of all beings.
Join Chris Reynolds as he shares his field notes on how The Medicine Wheel and Evolutionary Astrology have much to receive from each other. Both instruments can harmonize and perform quite well together.
Bio — F. Christopher Reynolds, M.Ed., is a singer, teacher and roving shaman. His mission is to sing, to teach, and restore American culture’s relationships with the peoples, the lands, and Ancestors, to help the stars touch the Earth again. He is a singer-songwriter with 20 releases. He is the lead author on the only publications on depth psychology, soul, creativity, and giftedness. He is also published in organic creativity in the language classroom. Chris is the founder of No Man’s Folk. He is a co-founder of archetypal ecology. He is a ritual facilitator and board member for returning veterans with Warriors Journey Home. Learn more at his website: urrealist.com
Join us downstairs after service for Potluck.
*Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.*

JD Stillwater — Magic Recipes: Science and the Profound Meaning of Spring
2024-03-31 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Reed Richmond
Speaker — JD Stillwater
Title — Magic Recipes: Science and the Profound Meaning of Spring
Topic — Eggs and seeds are quintessential symbols of birth and spring, but did you ever really contemplate the magic that hides inside them? The new science of emergence is like 1+1 = poetry; it’s magic, but also rigorous science, and spring is full of this magical unfolding. The secret is (shhh…) we are that magic, too!
Bio — A graduate of Cornell University, JD Stillwater is a science ambassador and author who writes and speaks about profound insights from natural reality, insights that drive paradigm shifts and cultural awakening. This work springs from JD’s love of science and his gift for making difficult concepts graspable for non-scientists. JD is an officer of the Religious Naturalist Association, a global community of people who take nature to heart, and serves on the governing Council of the Institute on Religion in an Age of Science. JD is married (since 1987) with two grown children.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
*Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.*
