2/1/2015
This morning, Rev. Mike brought us a message about the progress of science and how it affects our worldviews. We UUs join spiritual progressives of all stripes in our respect for science and embrace of the truths revealed by its rigorous methods. However, incorporating it into our worldviews is an ongoing challenge as new mind-blowing discoveries about our universe emerge. There’s no controversy about Evolution in our Fellowship — in fact we’re celebrating it next Sunday — but how do we build our worldviews when huge proportions of the universe consist of “dark” matter and energy that we can’t see — and may never be able to see? Science can teach us both exhilaration at the world’s wonder and complexity, and also humility before its enormity and mystery.
Next Sunday, February 8th:
Adult Forum – 9:15 am
“Evolution Sunday: Faith vs. Reason,” Bob Boldt
Service and Religious Education – 10:30 am
Message: “Darwin Day,” Rev. Cliff Cain
Plus Children’s RE with Ted Koenig and Judi Jecmen
Youth RE is available. Contact Alexis Engelbrecht-Villafañe
UUFJC Board Meeting – 1:30 pm
All are welcome to attend.
UUFJC News and Events this week:
We have a new Vision board in the back of the sanctuary and we’re asking everyone to write in their ideas! Contact Katherine Connor for more information.
Starting this Tuesday, February 3rd, the Recorder Players’ Group will meet at the Fellowship on Tuesdays from 1 pm to 3 pm. Contact Richard Parsons.
This Thursday, February 5th at 7 pm at the Fellowship, the American Association of University Women hosts Margaret Tollerton of Missouri Cures for a talk on stem cell research. Contact Charlotte Parsons.
This Friday, February 6th starting at 5 pm is our First Friday Social. Bring snacks for yourself or to share, enjoy music and games, or just hang out. Contact Katherine Connor.
Community Events this week:
This Friday, February 6th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents their First Friday Film: “Labor Day.” Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin star in this drama based on Joyce Maynard’s book of the same title. The story follows a lonely woman and her son who take in a stranger who happens to be a prison escapee. Over a Labor Day weekend, a passionate love affair ensues that has major repercussions for all concerned. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents Oscar-Nominated Short Films! The Animation nominees are showing through Thursday, then the Live Action nominees starting on Friday. For showtimes and more information, visit: http://www.capitolcitycinema.org/.