In the video below, Ann Verdine-Jones, Project Ambassador for 2500 Hours of Love, shares her recommendations for family-friendly, free, and fun, justice-centered activities for busy people who would like to participate in ERUUF's 2500 Hours of Love Project. Check out the list of organizations that have volunteer opportunities or the calendar of events on the 2500 Hours of Love website! If you have questions, need assistance with volunteer opportunities or navigating the website, please email .
News Items
February 24, 2022
- Category: COVID-19 Updates COVID-19 Updates
- Published: Feb 24, 2022 Feb 24, 2022
The percentage of positive covid test results continues to decline rapidly in Durham County, and this week stands at 9% (down from 15% a week ago). We are following both numbers and new research information, and we will relax our reopening policies as soon as possible, after consulting with our public health safety team. That said, we are hopeful to be able to safely welcome people back to the Sanctuary in just a couple of weeks. Children's classes remain scheduled outdoors but do have the option to move indoors if the weather is harsh (or in the case of OWL the class needs to be indoors).
Update on ERUUF Music Director Search
Following a charge from the ERUUF Board of Trustees last summer, the Music Director Search Team began the process of searching for a new Music Director for our Fellowship.
Our preparation for this important work included participating in training to recognize and avoid unconscious bias. We continued with collaborative development of a position description, and development and implementation of a strategy to reach a diverse pool of qualified individuals.
February 10, 2022
- Category: COVID-19 Updates COVID-19 Updates
- Published: Feb 10, 2022 Feb 10, 2022
Although the spread of the omicron variant has begun to slow down, in the Triangle we remain at "extremely high" risk of spreading (and catching) the virus. Local hospitals are at capacity for other patients as well as covid patients. So at this time with a few exceptions, ERUUF programs are either outdoors (with masks and social distancing) or online only.
The exceptions right now are for middle school OWL classes which need to meet indoors. And other children's classes that may move indoors when the weather is extreme. Some rentals may resume if the office determines that they meet public safety guidelines. All this is in accord with CDC and NC DHHS recommendations (e.g. children attend school during the week, sports and other activities; public places are open for business). We continue to live stream worship on Sunday morning (available by recording afterward as well). We have patio heaters and other support for outdoor classes. As usual, the use of outdoor campus space must be arranged through the Office.
This plan for meeting mainly online or outdoors will continue as long as cases remain at the CDC level of "extremely high" in our area. We will continue to monitor public health conditions, and rely on the expertise of ERUUF's public health safety advisors. And we'll continue to follow the guidance provided by the CDC, NCDHHS, and UUA. And we will reopen the campus just as soon as it's safely possible.
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ERUUF Coronavirus Updates
April 27, 2023
A new phase has been reached in the COVID-19 virus.
As a spiritual community, we at ERUUF strive to create a culture of respect and care for one another. Our Covid-19 policies have been guided by serious concern and consideration for the safety and well-being of all ERUUF members, staff, and visitors, with a commitment to equity and care for the most vulnerable among us and those who are marginalized both at ERUUF and in the larger community.