Sunday morning, Alexis continued exploring our monthly theme of Courage. Stories of courage by superheroes and those touched by magic can inspire and guide us, and indeed we are often tempted to turn our real-life heroes into "superheroes" who stand above the common run of humanity. But in doing this with heroes fictional or actual, we let ourselves off the hook --- we admire the courage of others, rather than accepting the challenge of courage in our own lives. Alexis reminded us that true heroes are not fearless; those who achieve something great have always had to achieve something while "doing it scared." She challenged us to look for the place where we can use our gifts and passions bravely to contribute to the interdependent web of life, and she invited us to use our UU home both as a "harbor" for safety and healing and as a "launching pad" to propel us to new heights of courage.
Next Sunday, October 15th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Ferguson Civil Rights Report," Dr. Gary Kowaluk
Dr. Gary Kowaluk, Prof. Criminal Justice, LU, presents: “A Review of Ferguson’s Civil Rights Reports: Using the Criminal Justice system to Demonize Minorities”
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Anti White Supremacy Teach-In," Katherine Connor and Sharon Morgan
Our second Anti White Surpremacy Teach-In will focus on "Courage to Make a Difference."
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 --- "Courage and letting go"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
Our booth at the Jefferson City Multicultural Festival Saturday was canceled due to weather. Items that had been donated for sale at the festival are still available for purchase. Contact Bob Antweiler.
Monday, October 9th at 7 pm is the monthly UUFJC Lecture series. Veteran journalist Bob Watson will speak on the topic "Toward Bias-Free Reporting". Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk.
This Thursday, October 12th at 7 pm, the local Transgender Support Group meets at our building in the Sanctuary. Contact mbnut@hotmail.com.
At the same time, Thursday, October 12th at 7 pm, the American Association of University Women will also meet in our building, in the Forum Room. Ms. Barbara Ross will speak on "Moral and Ethical Principals of a Holistic Life." Contact Charlotte Parsons.
This Friday, October 13th at 7 pm, Capital Area NOW (National Organization for Women) presents their monthly film at our building. All are welcome to attend. Contact Sue Gibson.
This Saturday, October 14th, the Hola Amigos Spanish Speakers group meets in our building from 1-4 pm. Contact Patt Behler.
And next Sunday, October 15th, Jefferson City Indivisible meets in our building from 1-3 pm. Contact Sue Gibson.
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, October 10th at 4 pm, Citizens for Peace meet at Missouri River Regional Library, upstairs in the Storyhour room. Contact Betty Cooper.
This Wednesday, October 11th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL hosts a session of their continuing Mini Law School for the Public. Learn how to better navigate the legal field in this exciting series taught by some of the brightest legal minds in the state. Law professors, judges and practicing attorneys will share their experiences and provide insight on topical issues. Participants will learn about the role of our federal courts and the practices and procedures of our state and U.S. Supreme Courts. Registration is limited; call 866-366-0270 or go to www.mobar.org/minilawschool. Co-sponsored with The Missouri Bar. Contact Madeline Matson.
This Thursday, October 12th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL hosts an Author Talk by Dr. Richard E. Schroeder. Dr. Schroeder is a Georgetown University professor, retired CIA officer, and author of a newly published book, The Foundation of the CIA: Harry Truman, the Missouri Gang, and the Origins of the Cold War. At the end of World War II, President Truman and a small group of advisors, dubbed The Missouri Gang, developed a new centralized agency directly subordinate to and responsible to the President, despite entrenched institutional resistance. Schroeder will discuss the research he undertook for his book and the CIA/Missouri connection. The book will be available for purchase and signing after the program. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "I Do Until I Don't" (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). For showtimes 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!
Next Sunday, October 15th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Ferguson Civil Rights Report," Dr. Gary Kowaluk
Dr. Gary Kowaluk, Prof. Criminal Justice, LU, presents: “A Review of Ferguson’s Civil Rights Reports: Using the Criminal Justice system to Demonize Minorities”
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Anti White Supremacy Teach-In," Katherine Connor and Sharon Morgan
Our second Anti White Surpremacy Teach-In will focus on "Courage to Make a Difference."
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 --- "Courage and letting go"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
Our booth at the Jefferson City Multicultural Festival Saturday was canceled due to weather. Items that had been donated for sale at the festival are still available for purchase. Contact Bob Antweiler.
Monday, October 9th at 7 pm is the monthly UUFJC Lecture series. Veteran journalist Bob Watson will speak on the topic "Toward Bias-Free Reporting". Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk.
This Thursday, October 12th at 7 pm, the local Transgender Support Group meets at our building in the Sanctuary. Contact mbnut@hotmail.com.
At the same time, Thursday, October 12th at 7 pm, the American Association of University Women will also meet in our building, in the Forum Room. Ms. Barbara Ross will speak on "Moral and Ethical Principals of a Holistic Life." Contact Charlotte Parsons.
This Friday, October 13th at 7 pm, Capital Area NOW (National Organization for Women) presents their monthly film at our building. All are welcome to attend. Contact Sue Gibson.
This Saturday, October 14th, the Hola Amigos Spanish Speakers group meets in our building from 1-4 pm. Contact Patt Behler.
And next Sunday, October 15th, Jefferson City Indivisible meets in our building from 1-3 pm. Contact Sue Gibson.
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, October 10th at 4 pm, Citizens for Peace meet at Missouri River Regional Library, upstairs in the Storyhour room. Contact Betty Cooper.
This Wednesday, October 11th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL hosts a session of their continuing Mini Law School for the Public. Learn how to better navigate the legal field in this exciting series taught by some of the brightest legal minds in the state. Law professors, judges and practicing attorneys will share their experiences and provide insight on topical issues. Participants will learn about the role of our federal courts and the practices and procedures of our state and U.S. Supreme Courts. Registration is limited; call 866-366-0270 or go to www.mobar.org/minilawschool. Co-sponsored with The Missouri Bar. Contact Madeline Matson.
This Thursday, October 12th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL hosts an Author Talk by Dr. Richard E. Schroeder. Dr. Schroeder is a Georgetown University professor, retired CIA officer, and author of a newly published book, The Foundation of the CIA: Harry Truman, the Missouri Gang, and the Origins of the Cold War. At the end of World War II, President Truman and a small group of advisors, dubbed The Missouri Gang, developed a new centralized agency directly subordinate to and responsible to the President, despite entrenched institutional resistance. Schroeder will discuss the research he undertook for his book and the CIA/Missouri connection. The book will be available for purchase and signing after the program. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "I Do Until I Don't" (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). For showtimes 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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