This Sunday, Rev. Nancy TannerThies continued our month of reflections on "Here and Now." Here and Now, we often find ourselves amid a storm of concerns. Our lists of tasks, goals, shortcomings, and distractions can often overwhelm us moment by moment, yet Here and Now is also where we find the "direct experience of transcending mystery and wonder" honored among the sources of our UU faith. So how can we use the moment to stabilize ourselves rather than flying in all directions --- to find a "wider, deeper center"? Rev. Nancy pointed toward mediation, which we may also call mindfulness or prayer. Many traditions offer many techniques for meditation, and Nancy offered some simple steps. Focus on this moment, sufficiently for awareness. As our many thoughts and concerns come, simply let them pass through without obsessing with them, seeing their motion as part of the moment. Through this kind of practice, we can gain the perspective to contain our multiplicity while staying stable and helping ourselves act with integrity.
After services, we also held the first session of our covenant building process. More sessions are planned in the coming weeks. If you wish to attend one or have any other questions, please contact Katherine Connor. More information is also available in a handout Katherine prepared, which is available to view or download here: Covenant Handout.
Next Sunday, August 26th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Project Homeless Connect," Sheila Murphy
Project Homeless Connect is in its 4th year. This presentation will describe Project Homeless Connect and what it attempts to do for those people. Evidence of homelessness in Jefferson City is visible to us all when we drive around town. What is less visible are people who live precariously, such as those who have recently left the Salvation Army Shelter, who live in their car or who are one emergency away from homelessness.
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "The Jewish High Holy Days," Warren Solomon
Warren will invite UUFJC members and friends to attend services at Temple Beth El for Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur.
If you have a joy or concern that you would like to have read during the Service, please submit it by noon on Friday through our website: http://uufjc.org/joys--concerns.html
Plus Children's RE --- "People of Risk - Being Risk Takers"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
The UUFJC Board and President Katherine Connor have asked Jim Davis to form a six member subcommittee to explore whether it may be possible and feasible to hire a part time UU minister for our Fellowship. If you have any questions or any thoughts and suggestions to share, please contact Jim Davis ([email protected] or 573-619-2126).
We are continuing the long process of cleaning our Fellowship building to free up much-needed space. If you have any items stored at the Fellowship, please take them home or make sure that they are clearly labeled. Contact Katherine Connor.
This Thursday, August 23rd, our building is reserved by a community group starting at 6:30 pm. Please allow privacy.
This Friday, August 24th is our monthly Salvation Army Meal. Please see Roberta Dunkel if you can help provide or serve food for those in need. Serving begins at 5 pm; please arrive early to help prepare.
Next Sunday, August 26th, the Soul Matters Small Group meets from 2-4 pm. To get involved with the Soul Matters Small Group, see Jim Davis.
And coming Monday, August 27th, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds its monthly assembly at 6:30 pm at Quinn Chapel AME Church. Contact Katherine Connor.
Community Events this week:
This Thursday, August 23rd at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library hosts a program on "Volunteer Opportunities in Jefferson City." Interested in helping local nonprofit agencies with their important community work? This program will feature representatives from eight United Way health and human service agencies who will describe their missions and volunteer needs. The program will also include Ann Bax, United Way president/CPO, who will introduce the organization’s new digital volunteer application website. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "The Tale of Despereaux" (Tuesday only, in partnership with MRRL) and "Whitney" (Thursday through Sunday). For showtimes, more events, and more information, visit capitolcitycinema.org.
For yoga and even more events, see our online calendars:
Service Committee
Religious Education
Building Use (other)
Social Action
Community Events
Have a great week!
After services, we also held the first session of our covenant building process. More sessions are planned in the coming weeks. If you wish to attend one or have any other questions, please contact Katherine Connor. More information is also available in a handout Katherine prepared, which is available to view or download here: Covenant Handout.
Next Sunday, August 26th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Project Homeless Connect," Sheila Murphy
Project Homeless Connect is in its 4th year. This presentation will describe Project Homeless Connect and what it attempts to do for those people. Evidence of homelessness in Jefferson City is visible to us all when we drive around town. What is less visible are people who live precariously, such as those who have recently left the Salvation Army Shelter, who live in their car or who are one emergency away from homelessness.
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "The Jewish High Holy Days," Warren Solomon
Warren will invite UUFJC members and friends to attend services at Temple Beth El for Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur.
If you have a joy or concern that you would like to have read during the Service, please submit it by noon on Friday through our website: http://uufjc.org/joys--concerns.html
Plus Children's RE --- "People of Risk - Being Risk Takers"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
The UUFJC Board and President Katherine Connor have asked Jim Davis to form a six member subcommittee to explore whether it may be possible and feasible to hire a part time UU minister for our Fellowship. If you have any questions or any thoughts and suggestions to share, please contact Jim Davis ([email protected] or 573-619-2126).
We are continuing the long process of cleaning our Fellowship building to free up much-needed space. If you have any items stored at the Fellowship, please take them home or make sure that they are clearly labeled. Contact Katherine Connor.
This Thursday, August 23rd, our building is reserved by a community group starting at 6:30 pm. Please allow privacy.
This Friday, August 24th is our monthly Salvation Army Meal. Please see Roberta Dunkel if you can help provide or serve food for those in need. Serving begins at 5 pm; please arrive early to help prepare.
Next Sunday, August 26th, the Soul Matters Small Group meets from 2-4 pm. To get involved with the Soul Matters Small Group, see Jim Davis.
And coming Monday, August 27th, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds its monthly assembly at 6:30 pm at Quinn Chapel AME Church. Contact Katherine Connor.
Community Events this week:
This Thursday, August 23rd at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library hosts a program on "Volunteer Opportunities in Jefferson City." Interested in helping local nonprofit agencies with their important community work? This program will feature representatives from eight United Way health and human service agencies who will describe their missions and volunteer needs. The program will also include Ann Bax, United Way president/CPO, who will introduce the organization’s new digital volunteer application website. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "The Tale of Despereaux" (Tuesday only, in partnership with MRRL) and "Whitney" (Thursday through Sunday). For showtimes, more events, and more information, visit capitolcitycinema.org.
For yoga and even more events, see our online calendars:
Service Committee
Religious Education
Building Use (other)
Social Action
Community Events
Have a great week!
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