Happy Easter!
Yesterday, when Christians celebrated the resurrection of Jesus, Rev. Mike brought us a message exploring the Christian roots of Unitarian Universalism, and what part of that Christian inheritance we might embrace as universal. We can take universal lessons from Jesus' teachings about how to treat one another, but Rev. Mike argued that we are also called to something further, whether we call it "relationship with God," or, in the words of our own covenant, "harmony with the universe," some kind of reach beyond into something deeper and transcendent.
On a day celebrating a story of resurrection, we also celebrated the return of Spring with our annual Flower Communion. Thanks to everyone who was there and helped make it a beautiful ceremony!
Next Sunday, April 12th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"5 Problems Facing the UN," Frank Rycyk
The UN is nearing its 70th aniversary. However, according to a recent AP story, "The world has changed dramatically since the United Nations was established after World War II, but the organization has not adapted to reflect the 21st century."
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "NEEED and Heart of Missouri Gardens," Jack Ryan
Ryan is the founder of the NEEED Project, a charitable, educational and community service organization. NEEED is an acronym derived from the first letter of the words Nutrition, Energy, Environment and Economic Development. The nutritional component of the project is the Heart of Missouri Gardens which grows produce for donation to food pantries. The Heart of Missouri Gardens will be looking for volunteers this year to assist with planting, maintenance, harvesting, and distribution of produce to the food insecure in our community.
Plus Children's RE with Barb Koenig; Aide Needed!
Youth RE is available. Contact Alexis Engelbrecht-Villafañe
UUFJC Board - 1:30 pm
All are welcome to attend the Board meeting. This meeting's agenda and the previous meeting's draft minutes are available on the bulletin board in the back of the Sanctuary, and electronic copies are available on request.
UUFJC News and Events this week:
Our annual pledge forms are here! See our Treasurer, Bob Antweiler, or the April Newsletter for a copy of the form and a letter from our Fellowship President, Katherine Connor. Your pledges are very important for us as we draw up a budget for our activities in the coming year; your help is truly appreciated!
Any member willing to serve on the Board next year as Director of Religious Education is asked to please contact a member of the Nominating Committee: Bob Boldt, Kim Connor, or Frank Rycyk.
The books for the “Shared Pulpit” sermon seminar are in. See Katherine Connor if you ordered one. If you still need one, it’s available on Kindle and Google Play, or see Katherine for ordering information.
This Tuesday, April 7th at 7:30 am, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds a Faith and Labor Alliance Breakfast at 2nd Baptist Church. RSVP to Brenda Tish-Haller (573-634-3303 [email protected]) or to Michelle Scott-Huffman ([email protected]).
The Transgender Support Group meets this Thursday, April 9th, at 7 pm. Contact Ari Morse.
This Friday, April 10th at 7 pm is the Reader’s Eye Film. This month’s selection is “Rashomon,” Akira Kurosawa’s classic tale of unreliable witnesses. Contact Bob Boldt.
Community Events this week:
Rebecca Bax is gauging interest in Inclusion Project of JCMO's effort to build an accessible playground. Contact Rebecca for more information.
This Thursday, April 9th at 7 pm in the Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library hosts recent UUFJC speaker Bob Priddy for his "Reflections on a Capital Career." Priddy has enjoyed a distinguished career not only for his work as a journalist, newscaster and radio personality but also for the important books of Missouri history he has written. He is the author of Across Our Wide Missouri, a multi-volume series, and his long interest in art has resulted in The Art of the Missouri Capitol: History in Canvas, Bronze, and Stone and Only the Rivers Are Peaceful: Thomas Hart Benton’s Missouri Mural. Priddy will share observations and stories about his experiences covering Missouri government and politics over some 40 years. Contact Madeline Matson.
From a recent speaker to an upcoming speaker, "Blue on Black," an exhibition of Essex Garner's paintings of the Buffalo Soldiers, is on display for the month of April at Lincoln University's Memorial Hall. An Artist Reception will be held this Friday, April 10th, from 4:30 to 8 pm, in cooperation with Jefferson City Art Around Town. Images of the paintings can be seen at Garner's website: http://www.essexgarner.com/
For yoga and even more events, see our Calendars.
Yesterday, when Christians celebrated the resurrection of Jesus, Rev. Mike brought us a message exploring the Christian roots of Unitarian Universalism, and what part of that Christian inheritance we might embrace as universal. We can take universal lessons from Jesus' teachings about how to treat one another, but Rev. Mike argued that we are also called to something further, whether we call it "relationship with God," or, in the words of our own covenant, "harmony with the universe," some kind of reach beyond into something deeper and transcendent.
On a day celebrating a story of resurrection, we also celebrated the return of Spring with our annual Flower Communion. Thanks to everyone who was there and helped make it a beautiful ceremony!
Next Sunday, April 12th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"5 Problems Facing the UN," Frank Rycyk
The UN is nearing its 70th aniversary. However, according to a recent AP story, "The world has changed dramatically since the United Nations was established after World War II, but the organization has not adapted to reflect the 21st century."
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "NEEED and Heart of Missouri Gardens," Jack Ryan
Ryan is the founder of the NEEED Project, a charitable, educational and community service organization. NEEED is an acronym derived from the first letter of the words Nutrition, Energy, Environment and Economic Development. The nutritional component of the project is the Heart of Missouri Gardens which grows produce for donation to food pantries. The Heart of Missouri Gardens will be looking for volunteers this year to assist with planting, maintenance, harvesting, and distribution of produce to the food insecure in our community.
Plus Children's RE with Barb Koenig; Aide Needed!
Youth RE is available. Contact Alexis Engelbrecht-Villafañe
UUFJC Board - 1:30 pm
All are welcome to attend the Board meeting. This meeting's agenda and the previous meeting's draft minutes are available on the bulletin board in the back of the Sanctuary, and electronic copies are available on request.
UUFJC News and Events this week:
Our annual pledge forms are here! See our Treasurer, Bob Antweiler, or the April Newsletter for a copy of the form and a letter from our Fellowship President, Katherine Connor. Your pledges are very important for us as we draw up a budget for our activities in the coming year; your help is truly appreciated!
Any member willing to serve on the Board next year as Director of Religious Education is asked to please contact a member of the Nominating Committee: Bob Boldt, Kim Connor, or Frank Rycyk.
The books for the “Shared Pulpit” sermon seminar are in. See Katherine Connor if you ordered one. If you still need one, it’s available on Kindle and Google Play, or see Katherine for ordering information.
This Tuesday, April 7th at 7:30 am, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds a Faith and Labor Alliance Breakfast at 2nd Baptist Church. RSVP to Brenda Tish-Haller (573-634-3303 [email protected]) or to Michelle Scott-Huffman ([email protected]).
The Transgender Support Group meets this Thursday, April 9th, at 7 pm. Contact Ari Morse.
This Friday, April 10th at 7 pm is the Reader’s Eye Film. This month’s selection is “Rashomon,” Akira Kurosawa’s classic tale of unreliable witnesses. Contact Bob Boldt.
Community Events this week:
Rebecca Bax is gauging interest in Inclusion Project of JCMO's effort to build an accessible playground. Contact Rebecca for more information.
This Thursday, April 9th at 7 pm in the Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library hosts recent UUFJC speaker Bob Priddy for his "Reflections on a Capital Career." Priddy has enjoyed a distinguished career not only for his work as a journalist, newscaster and radio personality but also for the important books of Missouri history he has written. He is the author of Across Our Wide Missouri, a multi-volume series, and his long interest in art has resulted in The Art of the Missouri Capitol: History in Canvas, Bronze, and Stone and Only the Rivers Are Peaceful: Thomas Hart Benton’s Missouri Mural. Priddy will share observations and stories about his experiences covering Missouri government and politics over some 40 years. Contact Madeline Matson.
From a recent speaker to an upcoming speaker, "Blue on Black," an exhibition of Essex Garner's paintings of the Buffalo Soldiers, is on display for the month of April at Lincoln University's Memorial Hall. An Artist Reception will be held this Friday, April 10th, from 4:30 to 8 pm, in cooperation with Jefferson City Art Around Town. Images of the paintings can be seen at Garner's website: http://www.essexgarner.com/
For yoga and even more events, see our Calendars.
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