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In This Great Turning Pt 1: The Toolkit

In a world full of uncertainty, what we know for sure is that there’s no going back. During This Great Turning we cannot go back to the way things were – whether it be a time of innocence, a time of ignorance, or a time … read more.

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Our Social Justice activities encompass efforts from Racial Justice to Hunger Relief. Join us in making the world a more just place.

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Activities For All

Activities For All

Looking for a way to connect with others who share your values? Our activities are as varied as our congregation, whether family oriented, multi-generational or singles.

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Upcoming Events

  1. Democracy Bootcamp (A4J)

    Sep 22, 2018 - 10:00 am to 01:30 pm
    Location: Sanctuary

    Free. Become a larger part of our Democratic Process. Immerse yourself in a multi-generational, multi-faceted learning fair to hone your voter outreach skills. Register at Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/democracy-bootcamp-rruuc-6301-river-road-bethesda-md-20817-tickets-48517108979?aff=ehomecard

  2. Contemporary Issues Forum- Warren Coats

    Sep 23, 2018 - 10:25 am to 11:30 am
    Location: Fireside Room

    Bitcoin, Cybercurrencies, and Blockchain by Warren Coats: Retired IMF economist The questions of what is money and what determines its value has fascinated economists and the layman from the beginning of trade. Bitcoin and cybercurrencies in general have added new challenges to answering these questions. Dr. Coats will answer these questions and will explore the blockchain technology used by bitcoin and whether it has useful applications in other areas.

  3. E4C "A Ripple of Hope" Film and Discussion ARE​

    Sep 23, 2018 - 06:30 pm to 09:30 pm
    Location: Fireside Room

    A 60-minute documentary about RFK’s campaign stop in a predominantly African-American neighborhood after MLK, Jr. was shot. Delivering one of the great political speeches of the 20th century, Kennedy made a moving, extemporaneous plea for peace with powerful words that resonated with a grief-stricken crowd. How and why could RFK be a credible spokesman for reconciliation across racial communities? Educating4Change presentation. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/ybfkemoy

  4. College Access Fundraiser

    Sep 29, 2018 - 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm
    Location: Sanctuary

    Buy tickets here! https://tinyurl.com/y8okx7mq Jazz: History & Influence in American Music. Lecture & performance by Daryl Davis & Seth Kibel (Back by Popular Demand!) Night includes: 6-7pm Light Snacks, Cash Bar with Wine, Beer & Sodas 7-8:30pm Performance! 8:30-9pm Coffee, Tea, Dessert and Meet the Artists. Sponsored by RRUUC's Racial Justice Task Force (RJTF). Proceeds support the work of college scholarships for students mentored by College Bound and Mentors, Inc.

  5. Contemporary Issues Forum- Peter Wilson

    Sep 30, 2018 - 10:25 am to 11:30 am
    Location: Fireside Room

    National Security Challenges Facing the Trump Administration by Peter Wilson – Adjunct Researcher at RAND Corp The US faces diverse national security challenges. Peter Wilson, RRUUCer and professor at the Center for Security Studies, Georgetown University, will explore how the Trump has met these challenges and what might lie ahead as his policies face a range of domestic political influences. Emphasis will be given to the state of Syrian civil war and ongoing negotiations with North Korea.

  6. Contemporary Issues Forum- John Vorhes

    Oct 07, 2018 - 10:25 am to 11:30 am
    Location: Fireside Room

    John Vorhes, Industrial/architectural Designer (ret.) The Wild West is a period we still romanticize. Diverse groups of primarily white homesteaders moved westwards constructing forts, towns, railroads and cities with little oversight. The West was often lawless where rules were secondary to prospering. Cultural problems clashes resulted in racism, gun violence, nativism, cruelty with Indian cultures almost eliminated. How much of the Wild West has extended into today's political scene?

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Community Events

  1. 5th Annual Immigration Film Fest (IFF)

    October 27 - October 28

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Why RRUUC?

My family started coming to River Road when our kids were not yet one and three. We came for the Religious Education program. Our kids learned about their bodies and how to communicate with them and how to keep them safe. They learned how to help people and the environment. They learned about people from all different walks of life. River Road was a safe place during middle school and high school, where they checked in with friends and built lasting relationships. They are now graduating from college, and I am thankful they had this grounding at River Road. ~ Joan   Read more reasons Why RRUUC.