All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church

Wine with Friends
2024-11-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-01-02 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | All Souls Church Basement, 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.

Love On A Mission Gala
2024-11-09 17:30 - 22:00 | Mid Ohio Conference Center, 890 West 4th Street, Mansfield, OH, 44903, United States
Love on a Mission Gala
“Dancing Queen”
November 9, 2023
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Mid-Ohio Conference Center

Join All Souls and LOAM on Saturday, November 9, 2024, for an unforgettable night of ’70s fun at the Love on a Mission Gala, hosted at the Mid-Ohio Conference Center! Dress in your grooviest ’70s attire for a night filled with dinner, dancing, a silent auction, entertainment, and a cash bar. Enjoy live music from KC & The Moonlighters as they play all the hits of the ’70s.
Please see Jen Gibson for more information and tickets
Proceeds raised from this event will continue to help LOAM provide a safe place for the LGBTQ+ youth in our community.
Love on a Mission is a non-profit organization that is creating a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth in our community to feel unconditionally loved and accepted for being their authentic selves. We are currently meeting weekly to offer support, advocacy and education. Our goal is to have our own facility and also have available an emergency bed shelter for those that find themselves homeless after coming out to their families.

Ron Boyd — Does Democracy Survive?
2024-11-10 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
No Children’s RE today, but children are always welcome to stay upstairs with their parent(s) during any service.
Leader — Hayley Young
Speaker — Ron Boyd
Title — Does Democracy Survive?
Topic — Our 5th principle is: The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large. In recent times it seems we have come very close to losing our national democracy, and we must remain ever vigilant in ensuring that it continues to endure. We’ll examine in greater depth issues surrounding this vital issue.
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.

Rev. Joan VanBecelaere — Implications of the election - no matter how it turns out.
2024-11-17 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. Joan VanBecelaere
Title — Implications of the election – no matter how it turns out.
Topic — We just went through a tumultuous election. There are repercussions that affect all of us even a week and a half later that may last for more weeks/months/years to come. Rev Joan will unpack the recent election and what it might mean for social justice and Unitarian Universalism’s work for beloved community.
Bio — Rev. Joan VanBecelaere is a retired Unitarian Universalist community minister. Prior to retirement, she served as the Executive Director of Unitarian Universalist Justice Ohio. She has also worked as the Regional Lead with the Central East Region, District Executive for the former Ohio Meadville District, and Vice President for Student Services at the Iliff School of Theology in Denver, CO. She has a longstanding interest in politics and holds a master’s degree in public administration and policy analysis from CU Denver.
She is a member of the North Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Lewis Center, Ohio, and 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.

A Course In Miracles
2024-11-20 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-12-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-12-18 18:30 - 20:00 | All Souls Church Basement, 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!

Board Meeting
2024-11-24 09:00 - 10:00 | All Souls Church Basement, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
All Souls board meeting starting at 9 a.m.

Rev. Will Humphrey — Thanksgiving and theodicy
2024-11-24 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 — Thanksgiving and theodicy
Topic — Facing the problem of suffering and gratitude
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
2024-11-24 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-29 12:00 - 14:00 | All Souls Church Basement, 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!!!

Deck the Halls
2024-11-24 12:30 - 14:30 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Deck the Halls with Us!

Please join us on Sunday, November 24th, right after the service to help bring the Christmas spirit to our church! We’ll work together to decorate the sanctuary and basement spaces, creating a warm and festive atmosphere for the season.
All are welcome to lend a hand in transforming our space for the holidays!

Questions For Your Answers
2024-11-27 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, 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.

Brian Moore — Living with an Independent Mind
2024-12-01 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Advent Candle of Hope
Leader — Jen Gibson
Speaker — Brian Moore
Title — Living with an Independent Mind
Topic — It’s crucial to remain independent of both the positive and negative opinions of other people. Allowing yourself to be guided by your essential being-ness, the “natural you”
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.

Wine Bottle Luminary Decorating
2024-12-07 12:00 - 15:00 | All Souls Church Basement, 25 Church St, Bellville, OH, 44813, United States
Wine Bottle Luminary Decorating
Example of what you could make.
Join us as we transform saved wine bottles from our Wine with Friends evenings into beautiful luminaries to decorate the church! Led by Susan Gentille, this fun crafting session includes painting and decorating the bottles. Please bring $5 per person to cover the cost of supplies.
Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
Time: 12-3pm
Location: All Souls UU Church
Bring your creativity, and let’s add a warm glow to our church space!
Sign up at church or here on the link to the sign up sheet. Sign up will close following church service on December 1st.

Jacquie Zarley — ROSA MYSTICA
2024-12-08 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Advent Candle of Peace
Leader — Reed Richmond
Speaker — Jacquie Zarley
Title — ROSA MYSTICA
Topic — This time of year, our minds are drawn to the myth of the nativity, the sacred birth of the Christ. Truth be told, this holiday is not about Jesus. The Christmas nativity story is really about Mary. Mary represents the goddess, the bringer of life, the vessel. She is the first. Life comes through her. Jacquie explores the symbolism of birth and pregnancy and “bringing forth,” and what it can teach all of us.
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.

Wendy Bartlett — Hearts Unfold Like Flowers: A Touch of Buddhist Joy for Advent
2024-12-15 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Advent Candle of Joy
Leader — Hayley Young
Speaker — Wendy Bartlett
Title — Hearts Unfold Like Flowers: A Touch of Buddhist Joy for Advent
Topic — On this third Sunday in Advent, we’ll celebrate the Buddhist approach to understanding and cultivating joy.
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.

Spirits & Hymns
2024-12-17 18:00 - 20:00 | OH
Annual Spirit and Hymns Celebration
Join us on December 17th for an evening of holiday spirit, music, and fellowship! Our pianist, along with Tao Bridge—a trio of two church members and a friend of the congregation—will provide live music. We’ll sing beloved holiday songs, share stories, and enjoy the warmth of the season together.
Singing starts at 6 PM.
Feel free to bring your favorite holiday cookies or a side dish to share, and you’re welcome to bring your favorite “spirits” (beer or wine) to enjoy responsibly. A small donation is appreciated to support future events. Let’s make it a joyful celebration to remember!

Questions For Your Answers - Date Change
2024-12-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Bob Evans @ Hanley Rd., 30 W. Hanley Rd., Mansfield, OH, 44903, United States
Note that the date has changed for December due to the last Wednesday of the month falling on Christmas Day this year.
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.

Christopher Reynolds — The Christ in Me Acknowledges the Christ in You: A Celebration of Life
2024-12-22 10:30 - 12:00 | All Souls UU Church, 25 Church St., Bellville, Ohio, 44813
Sunday Service — 10:30 a.m.
Advent Candle of Love
Leader — Cindy Petri
Speaker — Christopher Reynolds
Title — The Christ in Me Acknowledges the Christ in You: A Celebration of Life
Topic — Emmanuel, God is with us, Gott mit uns, is more than theology. It’s also depth psychology. This was C. G. Jung’s message in 1957 in his book, The Undiscovered Self. This was Christina and Stan Grof’s message in their book, Spiritual Emergency: When Personal Transformation Becomes a Crisis in 1989. Join Christopher Reynolds for this celebration of the innate sacredness of all humanity and all life. Noel derives from the Gaelic, nowel — new sun.
Together we can celebrate, honor, and nourish the “birth of the sun of the new year,” the light, warmth, joy, and love of the life of each other, all our relations.
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.

Winter Solstice Potluck & Sacred Fire Ceremony
2024-12-22 13:00 - 17:00 | Sacred Stones Mystical Farm, 3072 State Route 430, Mansfield, OH, 44903, United States
Winter Solstice Potluck & Sacred Fire Ceremony
Join us after the service for a community potluck at 1 PM, followed by a Winter Solstice Sacred Fire Ceremony led by Christopher Reynolds at 2 PM. We’ll gather at Sacred Stones Mystical Farm, 3072 ST RT 430, Mansfield, OH 44903, to journey into the winter’s night with warmth and reflection.
For directions: Call 419-589-7707.
Come celebrate the season with food, fellowship, and a sacred ritual under the winter sky!

Food Drive at All Souls
2024-12-24 - 2025-02-02 | OH
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 | 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 Church Basement, 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.

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

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 Church Basement, 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
