There’s been a lot of talk about islands lately, from John Donne’s quote (“No man is an island.”) to the news about China’s island constructions in the South China Sea.  On August 21, 1959, Hawaii became a state.  Join us as Diane Wright returns to Hopedale, and we consider the meaning of islands, as metaphor, … Continued

There have been many attempts throughout history to define and adopt “the simple life”.  Sages, theologians, and laypersons alike have espoused philosophic ideals and practical wisdom ranging from life-transforming principles to everyday ‘life hacks’.  Join Drew Ruther as he leads a discussion about how we might all strive to lead simpler lives in the 21st … Continued

Pat Meade will give a brief history of how the commission came to be.  He will talk about why Oxford needs a commission like this and provide information on what the commission has done so far.  He will present our responsibilities as citizens to be an active part of solutions that help establish justice and … Continued

Hopedale members Linda Amspaugh and Don Isaac have been longtime participants in the Oxford Farmers Market Uptown. Linda and Don will talk with us about their work, and help us think about our own gardening as spiritual practice. Service leader: Ann Fuehrer.

This is our second field trip of the summer. We will meet at the easement-protected property of longtime Hopedale friend Ann Geddes, 2575 Indian Creek Road, Oxford. Ann will give us a tour of the property and talk about the importance of land protection. She will host us for lunch from her garden/chickens, though dessert … Continued

Diane Ruther-Vierling, Faith Community Outreach Coordinator for the local chapter of PFLAG (Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays), will join us to talk about the organization. Service leader: Ann Fuehrer.

July 10, 10:30 “Continuing our Alliance-Building work” On June 12, we hosted 28 people at Hopedale for an Alliance-Building workshop, facilitated by Busi Diamini. We will continue the conversation to plan the work of the Social Justice Committee for the near future. Service leader: Ann Fuehrer.

On September 24, we will be heading to Ohio State University to participate in the Ohio Interfaith Power and Light’s Earthkeeping Summit, celebrating the Wonders of the Earth. Libby Earle will help us construct a fabric panel to display at that gathering. Service leader: Ann Fuehrer. This is an INTERGENERATIONAL service.

This year the Unitarian Universalist Association’s General Assembly is being held in Columbus, OH.  Some of us will be traveling to Columbus.  For those of us staying in Oxford, we will view the Assembly Sunday Worship remotely in our own sanctuary.  This is the largest annual gathering of UUs joining in worship.  Host:  Ann Fuehrer.  … Continued

Libby Earle will help us celebrate the Summer Solstice with a fire circle and rituals and stories.  This is an INTERGENERATIONAL service.  The celebration will be followed by a potluck. Service at 10:30am.