This morning we continued our month exploring "Expectation" with a sermon from our larger UU community, brought to us via video. Rev. Jamie Hinson-Rieger of the UU Church of Indianapolis responded to questions submitted by the congregation about how to live the first UU Princple, to "affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person," when some persons hold hateful beliefs and commit destructive, even evil acts. How can we live out our covenant of love where we reasonably expect to be met with hate or harm? Rev. Jamie emphasized that this Principle does not require us to be passive in the face of harm, indeed the opposite. It is a call to regard others with compassionate curiosity, yes, but also a call to resist when people are being harmed, and to honor people's capacity to decide and learn by being clear about what is and is not acceptable and holding them accountable for their behavior. In this way, we can resist hate without becoming hateful, and work for justice while remaining open to reconciliation.
In case you missed it (or would like to hear it again), the video is available on YouTube and highly recommended: "Love Thy Enemies? Really?"
Next Sunday, September 29th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"PayActive," Robert Pinhero
PayActive is a system to replace payday loans. Pinhero previously presented to our Forum about "Conscious Capitalism."
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Releasing Expectations, Embracing the Perhaps," Alexis
Inspired by theologian John Caputo's idea that "'Perhaps' does not signify a simple lack of purpose but a way to stay on the tracks of something unknown," let us consider how expectations can limit while "perhaps" can expand - and surprise.
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 --- "The Power of a Mission"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
Tomorrow, Monday, September 23rd, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds its monthly assembly at 6:30 pm at Quinn Chapel AME Church. For more information contact Rev. Kim Woodruff:
[email protected]
This Tuesday, September 24th, Patt Behler is inviting UUFJC Members and Friends to her home for an informal Deck Discussion at 7 pm. Space is limited, so you must contact Patt if you wish to attend.
This Friday, September 27th is our monthly Salvation Army Meal. Please contact Bob Antweiler or Roberta Dunkel if you can help provide and serve food for those in need. Serving begins at 5 pm; please arrive early to help prepare.
Next Sunday, September 29th, the Art Committee will be holding an open house from 2:30 to 4:30 pm. All are welcome to come enjoy our current exhibit, plus a lecture on Plein Air Painting at 3 pm. For more information, contact Art Committee Chairs Patt Behler and Roberta Dunkel.
And we in the process of updating our Members and Friends Directory. The Administrator, Laura Gilkey, may e-mail you or approach you to confirm your contact information and whether you wish to be listed. You can update, add, or remove your directory information at any time by contacting Laura at [email protected].
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, September 24th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents: "The Politics of the Cold War." The Cold War began in 1945 and ended with the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. It was fraught with drama and danger, including several close calls with nuclear war. Although the U.S. and the U.S.S. R were never directly in conflict, there were numerous proxy wars, the Korea War and Vietnam War being only the best known. And politics, both international and domestic, were deeply affected. We will live with the downstream effects of the Cold War for many decades to come. Dr. Terry B. Smith, professor of political science at Columbia College, will explore the key events from and especially the politics of this extraordinary period in modern world history. Contact Madeline Matson. For more library events, visit MRRL.org.
This Thursday, September 26th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL hosts a Capital READ Author Talk on A Girl’s Guide to Missiles: Growing Up in America’s Secret Desert. Dr. Karen Piper’s outstanding memoir deals with the unique environment in which she spent her childhood and adolescence—a secret naval base where wartime missiles were developed. Her life after leaving China Lake has been exciting and event filled. Booklist called her memoir “an incredible view of a little-known community, from WWII all the way through 9/11, and examines how her family navigated life in a town built for war.” Her book will be available for sale and signing after the program. Contact Madeline Matson. For more library events, visit MRRL.org.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "The Farewell" (Thursday through Sunday). For showtimes, more events, and more information, visit capitolcitycinema.org.
For yoga and even more events, see our online calendars:
UUFJC Events
Affiliated Events
Religious Education
Building Use (other)
Community Events
Have a great week!
In case you missed it (or would like to hear it again), the video is available on YouTube and highly recommended: "Love Thy Enemies? Really?"
Next Sunday, September 29th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"PayActive," Robert Pinhero
PayActive is a system to replace payday loans. Pinhero previously presented to our Forum about "Conscious Capitalism."
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Releasing Expectations, Embracing the Perhaps," Alexis
Inspired by theologian John Caputo's idea that "'Perhaps' does not signify a simple lack of purpose but a way to stay on the tracks of something unknown," let us consider how expectations can limit while "perhaps" can expand - and surprise.
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 --- "The Power of a Mission"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
Tomorrow, Monday, September 23rd, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds its monthly assembly at 6:30 pm at Quinn Chapel AME Church. For more information contact Rev. Kim Woodruff:
[email protected]
This Tuesday, September 24th, Patt Behler is inviting UUFJC Members and Friends to her home for an informal Deck Discussion at 7 pm. Space is limited, so you must contact Patt if you wish to attend.
This Friday, September 27th is our monthly Salvation Army Meal. Please contact Bob Antweiler or Roberta Dunkel if you can help provide and serve food for those in need. Serving begins at 5 pm; please arrive early to help prepare.
Next Sunday, September 29th, the Art Committee will be holding an open house from 2:30 to 4:30 pm. All are welcome to come enjoy our current exhibit, plus a lecture on Plein Air Painting at 3 pm. For more information, contact Art Committee Chairs Patt Behler and Roberta Dunkel.
And we in the process of updating our Members and Friends Directory. The Administrator, Laura Gilkey, may e-mail you or approach you to confirm your contact information and whether you wish to be listed. You can update, add, or remove your directory information at any time by contacting Laura at [email protected].
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, September 24th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents: "The Politics of the Cold War." The Cold War began in 1945 and ended with the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. It was fraught with drama and danger, including several close calls with nuclear war. Although the U.S. and the U.S.S. R were never directly in conflict, there were numerous proxy wars, the Korea War and Vietnam War being only the best known. And politics, both international and domestic, were deeply affected. We will live with the downstream effects of the Cold War for many decades to come. Dr. Terry B. Smith, professor of political science at Columbia College, will explore the key events from and especially the politics of this extraordinary period in modern world history. Contact Madeline Matson. For more library events, visit MRRL.org.
This Thursday, September 26th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL hosts a Capital READ Author Talk on A Girl’s Guide to Missiles: Growing Up in America’s Secret Desert. Dr. Karen Piper’s outstanding memoir deals with the unique environment in which she spent her childhood and adolescence—a secret naval base where wartime missiles were developed. Her life after leaving China Lake has been exciting and event filled. Booklist called her memoir “an incredible view of a little-known community, from WWII all the way through 9/11, and examines how her family navigated life in a town built for war.” Her book will be available for sale and signing after the program. Contact Madeline Matson. For more library events, visit MRRL.org.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "The Farewell" (Thursday through Sunday). For showtimes, more events, and more information, visit capitolcitycinema.org.
For yoga and even more events, see our online calendars:
UUFJC Events
Affiliated Events
Religious Education
Building Use (other)
Community Events
Have a great week!
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