2/8/2015
Today, friend of the Fellowship Dr. Cliff Cain returned to deliver the message for our annual Evolution Sunday, exploring the impact Darwin’s theory has had on many worldviews shaped by Christianity. For someone who believed the story in Genesis, Chapter 1, that humans were created special and apart “in the image of God” and given the earth to “fill” and “subdue,” the idea that we were a part of the animal world could be a shock. But the Bible contains a second creation story in Genesis, Chapter 2, where the first human was created from the dust like any other animal and given the charge to tend and protect the garden. In light of this second account and the realities science shows us, Rev. Cain sees “the image of God” — or for non-Christians, the unique condition of humanity — not as a dominion but as a responsibility to care for the whole of life: not kingship, but kinship.
We also took up a second collection today to benefit The Pantry, the food assistance program of our friends at Table of Grace. It’s not too late to give! The Connors will be bulk-buying food donations, so you can contact them to contribute, or you can give to The Pantry online at gofundme: http://www.gofundme.com/thepantryjc
Next Sunday, February 15th:
March Newsletter Submissions Due.
Adult Forum – 9:15 am
“Jury Selection and the Boston Marathon Case,” Frank Rycyk
The Associated Press provides insights into the jury selection process. While the focus is on the Boston Marathon case, these methods may be utilized in many other criminal situations.
Service and Religious Education – 10:30 am
Message: “Without Love?,” Rev. Nancy Tanner-Thies
Plus Children’s RE with Roger Tanner-Thies; Aide needed!
Youth RE is available. Contact Alexis Engelbrecht-Villafañe
UUFJC Board – 1:30 pm
All are welcome to attend.
UUFJC News and Events this week:
We need Adult Forum Leaders and RE Volunteers for March. Contact Laura Gilkey to lead the Adult Forum or Barb Koenig to help with RE.
We still have our vision board in the back of the sanctuary, and we’re asking members, friends, and guests to write in their ideas for our Fellowship’s future! Contact Katherine Connor for more information.
The Worship Service Committee meets tomorrow, Monday, February 9th at 6:30 pm at the Fellowship. All are welcome to attend and share their ideas. Contact Carol Bontempo.
This Thursday, February 12th, the Transgender Support Group meets at the Fellowship at 7 pm. Contact Ari Morse.
This Friday, February 13th at 7 pm at the Fellowship is the monthly Reader’s Eye Film. This month’s selection: “Faust,” an award-winning Russian film by director Aleksandr Sokurov. Contact Bob Boldt.
Next Sunday, February 15th, the monthly Laughter Yoga session will be held at the Fellowship at 4 pm. Contact Jan Harcourt.
Community Events this week:
Monday, February 9th at 7 pm in the Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents: “The Battle of Island Mound.” John Cunning and Alison Dubbert of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources will show the film depicting the first time that African-American troops were engaged in Civil War combat, almost a year before the battle depicted in the feature film “Glory.” They will discuss the battle, its historical import, and the development of the state historic site commemorating the battle. Contact Madeline Matson.
Tuesday, February 10th at 4 pm, Citizens for Peace meet at MRRL in the Art Gallery. Contact Betty Cooper.
Thursday, February 12th at 7 pm in the Art Gallery, MRRL hosts Sister Peggy Bonnot, founder of el Puente, to explain the work of this important institution that helps new immigrants integrate into mid-Missouri communities. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema continues its presentations of Oscar Nominated Short Films with the Animation and Live Action categories on different nights, plus encore screenings of “Boyhood.” For showtimes and more information, visit: http://www.capitolcitycinema.org/.