All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church

Food Drive at All Souls
2024-12-24 - 2025-02-02
Support Local Families: Food Drive at All Souls
When: December 25, 2024 – February 2, 2025
Where: All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church, 25 Church Street, Bellville, Ohio

Join us in supporting local families in need this winter!
We are collecting nonperishable food items to help those in our community.
🛒 How You Can Help:

Bring your donations to the collection bins located in the hallway anytime from December 25th through February 2nd.
Consider including manual can openers in your donations. Many families struggle to open canned goods without one.
Help us kick off the food drive by bringing a canned food item to our Christmas Eve Service! Your support will make a big difference and help our pageant celebration give back to the community.

Let’s come together to spread love, kindness, and nourishment this season.
Thank you for helping us support local families!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
2024-12-24 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Advent Candle of Light
Join us for a cherished tradition on Christmas Eve as Hayley Young and Jen Gibson lead us in our annual multigenerational Candlelight Service. This beautiful evening will be filled with warmth, reflection, and holiday spirit, bringing together people of all ages to celebrate the season.
Service begins at 6 PM.
All are welcome to gather for this peaceful, light-filled evening. We look forward to celebrating with you and your loved ones!

All Souls Board Meeting
2024-12-29 09:00 - 10:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
All Souls Board Meeting
Date: Sunday, December 29, 2024
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 — Love is the Center
2024-12-29 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. William Humphrey
Title — Love is the Center
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
2024-12-29 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-26 12:00 - 13:30 | 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!!!

Ring in the New Year: An Early Celebration at All Souls - CANCELED
2024-12-31 19:00 - 22:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States

Wine with Friends
2025-01-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-06 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.

Dr. Paul Robinson — Getting off to a Fresh Start Or Becoming a Better Version of Yourself
2025-01-05 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Brian Moore
Speaker — Dr. Paul Robinson
Title — Getting off to a Fresh Start Or Becoming a Better Version of Yourself
Topic — This is the time of year when many people make new year resolutions. They look at themselves and decide what they want to change in themselves and their lives. It is a period of self-examination and promises to become a better version of themselves. How would your life change if you made a promise to yourself to grow spiritually? What would this new you look like? How would such growth change you and your relationships? Come and explore this important idea
Bio — Dr. Paul Robinson is a retired psychologist and NCSC professor, where he taught for 24 years. He was also on the faculty at Oberlin College before moving back to the Mansfield area some 45 years ago. He was an avid bicyclist, skier, swimmer, and hiker in his younger days. Now, he works a small garden and tends to his property on Possum Run Road, along with his wife of 64 years, while still enjoying being with Mother Nature.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

Community Clothing Swap
2025-01-11 14:00 - 16:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
Community Clothing Swap at All Souls
Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church, 25 Church Street, Bellville, Ohio

Refresh Your Wardrobe. Share with Your Community.
Join us for a Community Clothing Swap at All Souls! Bring gently used clothing and accessories that no longer serve you and exchange them for new-to-you items. It’s a fun and sustainable way to refresh your wardrobe while supporting our community.
How It Works:

Bring It: Clean, gently used clothing for all ages and sizes (men’s, women’s, and children’s items welcome), along with accessories like shoes, scarves, and bags.
Swap It: Browse the tables for items you love. Take what you need – no cost involved!
Share It: Any leftover clothing will be stored until our next event!
Need It? Looking for a specific item or size? Let us know! Stop by during the swap, and we’ll keep an eye out for you.

Whether you’re clearing out your closet, looking for something “new,” or simply want to connect with others in the community, this event is for you!
Let’s Swap, Save, and Share!
Questions? Contact Karli at 216-246-1200 or you can email the church at allsoulsohio@gmail.com

Martina Thompson — "Kant, Francis, and the Kayeyei of Ghana."
2025-01-12 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Reed Richmond
Speaker — Martina Thompson – UUMA Aspirant
Title — “Kant, Francis, and the Kayeyei of Ghana.”
Topic — An exploration of how overconsumption in wealthy countries degrades the quality of life in poorer countries.
Bio — Martina Thompson recently graduated from seminary at the UU House of Studies at Methodist Theological School in Ohio. She has been a UU for more than forty years. She served as Intern Minister at UU Fellowship of Lima, a lay-led 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.

A Course In Miracles
2025-01-15 18:30 - 20:30 | 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!
NOTE: There will be only one meeting in January.

Children's RE Class: Not Meeting This Sunday
2025-01-19
No Children’s Religious Exploration Class Today
Classes will resume on January 26, 2025.
We look forward to seeing everyone then!

Josh Ghiloni — Letters From a Flying Machine
2025-01-19 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Cindy Petri
Speaker — Josh Ghiloni
Title — Letters From a Flying Machine
Topic — Even though we’re living longer than ever, it’s never been more important to connect the past and present to the future. We’ll explore how writing to future generations in our families can keep our stories and wonder alive forever through the lens of fanciful letters from a musician to his nieces and nephews while he flies to his tour dates.
Bio — Josh has been a member of All Souls UU since 2022 and doesn’t really like talking about himself.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

Board Meeting
2025-01-26 09:00 - 10:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
All Souls Board Meeting
Date: Sunday, January 26, 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 — What Now
2025-01-26 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Margaret Lin
Speaker — Rev. Will Humphrey
Title — What Now
Topic — Confronting uncertainty, existential resistance and truth to power.
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.

New Member Class
2025-01-26 13:00 - 15:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Discover Unitarian Universalism at All Souls
Are you curious about the origins of Unitarian Universalism? Interested in becoming an member of All Souls?
We invite newcomers and long-time visitors to join Rev. Will and our Membership team for a UU Orientation Class. This New Member Class is a wonderful opportunity to learn about our beliefs, history, and community. Meet other newcomers, ask questions, and discover how you can get involved. This class is also designed to help you explore whether Unitarian Universalism is the right fit for you, and we’re happy to continue conversations about joining the church and deepening your connection with our community.
Date: Sunday, January 26, 2025
Time: following Fellowship after service
Location: All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church
25 Church St. Bellville, OH 44813
What to Expect:
– An introduction to Unitarian Universalism
– An overview of All Souls’ history and mission
– Information on how to get involved in our community, programs, and joining the church
– A chance to meet our minister, staff, and current members
Whether you’re new to UU or simply new to All Souls, we welcome you to explore and find your place within our vibrant community. Refreshments will be provided.
To RSVP or for more information:
Please contact Jen Gibson, Admin Coordinator, at allsoulsohio@gmail.com or 419-886-3497.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Questions For Your Answers
2025-01-29 10:00 - 11:00 | 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.

Adult R.E. Potluck Dinner Book Club
2025-01-30 18:00 - 20:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
Adult RE Book Club: Man’s Search for Meaning
Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church
Join us for our next Dinner Book Club to discuss Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning. Named one of the “ten most influential books in the United States” by the Library of Congress in 1991, this 1946 classic explores Frankl’s psychotherapeutic approach to finding meaning, shaped by his experiences as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps during World War II.
📖 Prepare for the discussion:
The book takes approximately 5 hours to read and is available at libraries, library apps, and bookstores.
🍽 Potluck:
Facilitated by Amy Brunell, this discussion will include a potluck dinner. Please RSVP and sign up for a dish on the sign-up sheet by January 23, 2025.
Don’t miss this opportunity for meaningful conversation and connection. All are welcome!

Adult RE: Meditation Gathering
2025-02-02 08:45 - 09:15 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Join us for a calming Adult Meditation Gathering every Sunday morning, as part of our Adult RE program. This is a wonderful opportunity to center yourself and prepare for the day ahead.
Date: Sunday, February 2nd
Time: 8:45 AM (before weekly service)
Location: All Souls UU Church
Several members of our congregation are ready to guide you through a short meditation. All are welcome, so feel free to bring a friend!
If you’re interested in participating—or if you’d like to lead a session one Sunday morning—please reach out to Margaret Lin, and we’ll connect you with the team.
We look forward to sharing this peaceful practice with you!

Rev. Dr. Elaine Strawn — Weaving the Cross of Brigid
2025-02-02 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 — Weaving the Cross of Brigid
Topic — Brigid (or St. Brigid in the Christian lexicon) weaves together many strands of Reed. The ancient Celtic wise woman of sacred wells and is the Christian saint, the midwife to Mary. Weaving is a sacred task: using opposing strands to build stronger material.
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 coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

A Course in Miracles
2025-02-05 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-02-19 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!

Adult RE: Meditation Gathering
2025-02-09 08:45 - 09:15, 2025-02-16 08:45 - 09:15, 2025-02-23 08:45 - 09:15 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Join us for a calming Adult Meditation Gathering every Sunday morning, as part of our Adult RE program. This is a wonderful opportunity to center yourself and prepare for the day ahead.
Time: 8:45 AM (before weekly service)
Location: All Souls UU Church
Several members of our congregation are ready to guide you through a short meditation. All are welcome, so feel free to bring a friend!
If you’re interested in participating—or if you’d like to lead a session one Sunday morning—please reach out to Margaret Lin, and we’ll connect you with the team.
We look forward to sharing this peaceful practice with you!

Rev. Joan VanBecelaere — Wearing Your Heart On Your Sleeve
2025-02-09 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Jen Gibson
Speaker — Rev. Joan VanBecelaere
Title — Wearing Your Heart On Your Sleeve – A Intergenerational Service
Topic — Valentine’s Day is said to be a time when we celebrate love of various kinds. And it is said that some of us wear our hearts on our sleeves in this celebration.
This phrase means exposing our true emotions, making ourselves vulnerable and transparent and letting it all hang out. The phrase is so pervasive that from Ringo Starr to Eminem to Carrie Underwood, those words are found in a range of musical genres.
But, what kind of sleeve? And why on a sleeve and not a pants leg or around your neck? There’s no clear answer. But many legends attempt to get at the heart of the matter (we are talking about Valentine’s Day, after all!) and try to explain the source of the saying and how we might put it into positive practice.
This will be an intergenerational service with storytelling.
Bio — Rev. Joan VanBecelaere is a retired Unitarian Universalist community minister. Prior to retirement, she was the Executive Director of Unitarian Universalist Justice Ohio. She has also served as regional Lead with the Central East Region, district executive for the old Ohio Meadville District,, vice president for student services at Iliff School of Theology in Denver CO. She has a long standing interest in politics and has a masters of public administration and policy analysis from CU Denver.
She is a member of the North Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Lewis Center, Ohio. She lives in Columbus with her spouse, Jerry, and four very active felines.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

Jacquie Zarley — What Would God Do?
2025-02-16 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Hayley Young
Speaker — Jacquie Zarley
Title — What Would God Do?
Topic — Remember those Rubber bracelets we all wore in the 90’s WWJD? We thought it was so deep and pious to ask ourselves what would Jesus do? In any given situation. We based our answers on what we know about Jesus, Jesus was loving and healing and forgiving. He fed the poor and healed the sick, raised the dead and cared for the less fortunate. We all know what Jesus would do in any given situation. But what about God? What do we know about God? If we read all the same texts that give us insight into Jesus, we find that God is not always loving and forgiving. God is often wrathful, vengeful, and judgmental.
Jacquie will explore our human concepts of God as they show up in our lives
Bio — Jacquie Zarley is a 2020 graduate of the UU house of Studies, which is embedded within the Methodist Theological School in Ohio. She is a chaplain resident at the VA Hospital of Cleveland. She lives with her partner, Karlan, in Euclid, on the shore of Lake Erie.
Join us downstairs after service for coffee and conversation.
Masks are optional in the building, and we fully support individuals’ choices regarding their use.

Board Meeting
2025-02-23 09:00 - 10:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
All Souls Board Meeting
Date: Sunday, February 23, 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!
