All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church

New Member Class
2025-01-26 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 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, 2025-02-26 10:00 - 23:30, 2025-03-26 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.

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, 2025-03-05 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-03-19 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!

Wine with Friends
2025-02-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-06 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.

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!

Rev. William Humphrey — Universalism today, as a response to Injustice
2025-02-23 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. William Humphrey
Title — Universalism today, as a response to Injustice
Please note: Rev. Will Humphrey will not be in-house for this service. We will share a video sermon from him.
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
2025-02-23 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
Hope to see you Sunday!

Christopher Reynolds — The Hunt for the Holy: Soul Cross-Training with Sweat Lodge and Trance-Channeling
2025-03-02 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 — The Hunt for the Holy: Soul Cross-Training with Sweat Lodge and Trance-Channeling
Topic — From 2002 to 2008, Christopher Reynolds learned through Earth-based ways that he combined with Wisdom Sessions with his friend, Dr. Michael Olin Hitt. They called their monthly practice, The Hunt for the Holy. This soul cross-training was a small part of the effort to establish what Chris calls, Home-Making, as well as Michael’s, Braided Way. Chris says of that time: “I was able to learn at a remarkable rate during those years. I learned that each tradition has its language. Each month, both languages expressed a similar loving intention that resonated with the landscape, trees, animals, day, night, month and season of the year.”
Chris will share his field notes from this time as well as art inspired by those years that he calls, Urth.
Bio — F. Christopher Reynolds, M.Ed., is a singer, teacher and roving shaman. His mission is to sing, to teach, to restore American culture’s sacred relationships into the Anthropocene Epoch. 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.

Wendy Bartlett — National Get Over It Day --- really!
2025-03-09 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Margaret Lin
Speaker — Wendy Bartlett
Title — National Get Over It Day — really!
Topic —In this intergenerational service, we’ll talk about how being in a loving and supportive UU community can help us get over things when we’re stuck. Learn how climate activist Greta Thunberg’s outlook and approach can inspire people of all ages to get up and over it!
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.

Brian Moore — Living Beyond Form
2025-03-16 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Reed Richmond
Speaker — Brian Moore
Title — Living Beyond Form
Topic — Try to imagine the idea of forever: that which has never changed, that which has no beginning or end. It cannot be seen, heard, or touched…but you know it is and always has been. Think of that which even now, in this very moment as you read these words, is the very understanding that’s within you-that essence that permeates you and everything else, yet always eludes your grasp.
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.

Spring Equinox Service
2025-03-20 18:00 - 20:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Join All Souls and Rev. Will Humphrey for a Spring Equinox Service
Thursday, March 20th at 6:00 PM
Location: All Souls UU Church
Come together as we welcome the changing seasons and honor the balance of light and dark.
The Spring Equinox is a time of renewal, growth, and awakening—an opportunity to reflect, reset, and embrace the energy of new beginnings. As part of this special gathering, Rev. Will will offer a seed blessing, symbolizing the potential for growth in our lives and our community.
🌱 All are welcome to this service of reflection, ritual, and connection.
We look forward to sharing this moment of balance and renewal with you!

Transformation and Community Days: Leading with Love at the Center
2025-03-22 10:00 - 16:00 | UU Congregation of Cleveland, 21600 Shaker Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH, 44122, United States
Transformation and Community Days: Leading with Love at the Center.
Saturday, March 22, 2025
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join us for a day of training, connection, and skill-building at the UU Congregation of Cleveland in Shaker Heights. This workshop is designed to strengthen our local responses to oppression, deepen our connections with fellow UUs engaged in justice work, and build collaborative networks across communities in the Central East Region.
Participants will gain practical tools to support meaningful action, share insights with others committed to social justice, and leave empowered to create positive change in their congregations and beyond.
A sliding scale registration fee is available, and as part of our shared ministry, East Shore UU has generously offered scholarships to help make this opportunity accessible to all.
For more details and registration information, please Register by March 15.

Ivie Sorkin — IT'S SPRING!!
2025-03-23 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Leader — Jacqueline Moore
Speaker — Ivie Sorkin
Title — IT’S SPRING!!
Topic — It’s that time of year where we create, where we find joy, inspiration, and new beginnings..
I’ll also share animal totems for spring.
Bio —Ivie is a Retired Commissioned Lay Minister for the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Wayne County. She is an avid gardener and a reader of sci-fi and dragon stories.
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
2025-03-30 09:00 - 10:00 | All Souls Fellowship Hall, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
All Souls Board Meeting
Date: Sunday, March 30, 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 — Love, Trust, and Friendship—building beloved community as resistance to oppression.
2025-03-30 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. William Humphrey
New Member Installation Service
Title — Love, Trust, and Friendship—building beloved community as resistance to oppression.
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 Installation Service
2025-03-30 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
New Member Installation ServiceSunday, March 30, 2025During the 10:30 a.m. Service
Join us for a special New Member Installation Service with Rev. Will Humphrey as we warmly welcome new members into our All Souls community.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please reach out to Jen Gibson, Church Secretary, to let her know you will be joining.
All are invited to celebrate this meaningful moment of connection and commitment!
