This morning, Rev. Mike Adamek joined us again to begin our month of reflections on Belonging.  As Mike described his message, "Many Hands Make Light Work,"

"Hard to belong when you are observing from a distance.  Hard to belong when you will only join with others when they must follow your directions alone.   Belonging is easier when you share meaningful tasks that make a difference in your life and in other people’s lives.  Belonging is a function of contributing to worthwhile tasks together. What is it you will share?"

Next Sunday, October 13th:

Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Brexit," Frank Rycyk
The complexity of the various entities which make up a government without a constitution will be addressed.  Forum attendees are invited to bring in information about why many want to leave the European Union.

Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: To Be Announced
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 --- "Belonging to Yourself: the Practice of Knowing Who You Are"

UUFJC News and Events this week:

Next Sunday, October 13th, our Worship Service Committee meets at 6 pm.  To get involved in creating our Sunday services, contact our Vice President, Lisa Sanning.

All are invited to our upcoming small group opportunities:

• This I Believe: Participants will learn from one another by sharing stories from their lives in a variety of ways. We will use the themes from Soul Matters as our starting point. The number of participants can vary. No ongoing commitment is required.
• First meeting: Sunday, October 20 from 2-4 PM on the theme of Belonging.
• Other dates (the time remains the same): Nov. 17 and Dec. 15
• To sign up, please follow this link: https://forms.gle/jQ6xRqD7U8Y6BEns5
• Unitarian Universalist Ethics: Participants in this small group explore their values and consider their stances on ethical issues. Important Note: This is a space to learn together and grow, not a space for arguments or debate. While no ongoing commitment is required, regular attendance may be helpful.
• First meeting: Monday, October 28 from 6:30-8PM
• Other dates (the time remains the same): Nov. 11 and Dec. 9
• To sign up, please follow this link: https://forms.gle/K8Xvm32pPe23jFbQ6
• If you know of someone or a few someone's who might be interested in such groups but are not involved in UUFJC, please do let them know they are invited as well.
• For more about small groups, contact Alexis at [email protected].

This Thursday, October 10th, the local chapter of the American Association of University Women meets in our building at 7 pm.  This month's program: "Advocacy and Action in Public Policy," presented by Kay Meyer, MO State Board President and Pat Shores, MO Public Policy Legislative Action Coordinator.  Contact Charlotte Parsons.

This Friday, October 11th, Mid-Missouri Traditional Dancers will hold an English Country Dance in our building.  Setup at 6:30 pm, dance at 7 pm.  Contact Jan Harcourt.

Community Events this week:

This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "ZZ Top" (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!

This morning, our own Alexis helped us conclude our month of reflection on Expectations.  We organize our lives into stories, she explained, where we are the main characters and we think we know how and where things are going, but what if we don't know?  What if we open ourselves to the views of others, even when they shake up our plotlines and expectations?  Alexis shared John Caputo's theology of "Perhaps," This is not, Caputo emphasizes, "the safety of indecision," but a radical risk.  "Perhaps" has a way of shaking things up --- it says yes to a future that includes uncomfortable change, but at the same time it moves us toward greater possibilities.  Even when we don't see ideals like Justice, Compassion, and Peace in our world, "Perhaps" tells us that they can be real and draws us to participate in making them real.

Next Sunday begins our new theme for October: Belonging.

Next Sunday, October 6th:

Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"9/11," Bob Boldt

Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Many Hands Make Light Work," Rev. Mike Adamek
Hard to belong when you are observing from a distance.  Hard to belong when you will only join with others when they must follow your directions alone.   Belonging is easier when you share meaningful tasks that make a difference in your life and in other people’s lives.  Belonging is a function of contributing to worthwhile tasks together. What is it you will share?
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 --- "Belonging to a History: the practice of making sure no one gets left out of the story."

UUFJC News and Events this week:

Our October newsletter and print calendar are ready.  Paper copies are available at the Fellowship in the box on the table near the coat rack.  Electronic copies are now available to view or download: Newsletter, Calendar.

All are invited to our upcoming small group opportunities:

• This I Believe: Participants will learn from one another by sharing stories from their lives in a variety of ways. We will use the themes from Soul Matters as our starting point. The number of participants can vary. No ongoing commitment is required.
• First meeting: Sunday, October 20 from 2-4 PM on the theme of Belonging.
• Other dates (the time remains the same): Nov. 17 and Dec. 15
• To sign up, please follow this link: https://forms.gle/jQ6xRqD7U8Y6BEns5
• Unitarian Universalist Ethics: Participants in this small group explore their values and consider their stances on ethical issues. Important Note: This is a space to learn together and grow, not a space for arguments or debate. While no ongoing commitment is required, regular attendance may be helpful.
• First meeting: Monday, October 28 from 6:30-8PM
• Other dates (the time remains the same): Nov. 11 and Dec. 9
• To sign up, please follow this link: https://forms.gle/K8Xvm32pPe23jFbQ6
• If you know of someone or a few someone's who might be interested in such groups but are not involved in UUFJC, please do let them know they are invited as well.
• For more about small groups, contact Alexis at [email protected].

This Thursday, October 3rd, at 7 pm in Lincoln University's Young Hall room 300, Capital Area Interfaith Alliance will present a special program about the Jefferson City Diocese’s interfaith work in social ministry, presented by Dan Lester, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri and Diocesan Director, Catholic Campaign for Human Development.  The program will illustrate how their social ministries are serving all faiths, plus time for Q&A.  For more information, see Frank Rycyk.

Also this Thursday, October 3rd at 7 pm, the local chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America meets in our building.  Contact Susan Randolph.

Next Sunday, October 6th, 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 talk on Figure Drawing at 3 pm and a donated art supply exchange.  For more information, contact Patt Behler.

Later next Sunday, October 6th, our building is reserved by a community group starting at 6:30 pm.  Please allow privacy.

Community Events this week:

This Tuesday, October 1st at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library hosts an installment of the LU-MRRL Lecture Series: "Cursed! Archaeology & Mummy Curses."  Mummies have fascinated the public for centuries due in large part to ideas concerning the curses associated with them. Join Dr. Christine E. Boston, assistant professor of anthropology and sociology, as she explores the origins, realities, and falsehoods of the ideas of mummies, curses, and the real and imagined dangers in archaeology.  Contact Madeline Matson.  For more library events, visit MRRL.org.

This Friday, October 4th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL presents their First Friday Film.  This month's selection: "Tolkien."  This film covers the formative years of renowned author J.R.R. Tolkien as he finds friendship, courage and motivation among a group of fellow outcasts at school. Their bond strengthens as they mature, until the outbreak of World War II, which threatens to tear the fellowship apart. Tolkien’s early life experiences later inspired him to write his famous Middle-earth novels.  Contact Madeline Matson.  For more library events, visit MRRL.org.

This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "ZZ Top" (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!

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!

This morning, Rev. Nancy TannerThies continued our month of reflection on Expectation.  Often we hear --- or perhaps say --- the words "Well, what did you expect?" when something doesn't turn out so well.  Looking to our knowledge of the past, we may see limitations as obvious and give up on the chances of a different and better future.  But Rev. Nancy reminded us that there is something in us, a "divine spark" perhaps, that can have a hand in shaping the future, our own expectations, and those of others.  We are too interconnected to decide the future by ourselves, but, in the words of Thoreau, we must "reawaken and keep ourselves awake," and never give up the "expectation of the dawn."  If we stay willing to learn and redefine ourselves, open to future possibilities, then we can become responsible participants in the ongoing creation of our shared life.

Next Sunday, September 22nd:

October News Due.
Please submit your items for our October newsletter and print calendar to Laura Gilkey by e-mail ([email protected]) or in writing.

Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"What is Global Dimming?" Bob Boldt

Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: To Be Announced
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 Cooperation"

UUFJC News and Events this week:

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].

Starting this week, our small group ministry coordinator, Alexis, is offering community office hours.  For more information, contact Alexis at [email protected].

Tomorrow, Monday, September 16th, our building is reserved by a community group starting at 6:30 pm.  Please allow privacy.

Next Sunday, September 22nd, our small group ministry coordinator, Alexis, is offering small group facilitator training starting at 4 pm.  If you would like to get involved or are even just curious, please contact Alexis at [email protected].

Also next Sunday, September 22nd, the Worship Service Committee meets at 6 pm.  To get involved in creating our Sunday services, please contact our Vice President, Lisa Sanning.

Community Events this week:

Tomorrow, Monday, September 16th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents: "Changing Relationships in a Changing World."  Dr. Catherine Rymph, chair of the Department of History at the University of Missouri-Columbia, will discuss how social and cultural shifts after World War II shaped the form and function of personal relationships and how the generations responded to these major changes.  Contact Madeline Matson.  For more library events, visit MRRL.org.

This Tuesday, September 17th, the Lincoln University Presidential Lecture Series welcomes political strategist Symone Sanders.  Free and open to the public, held in the Scruggs Center Ballroom.  Doors open at 5:30 pm, program at 6, Q&A at 7.

This Thursday, September 19th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL presents: "The History of Missile Sites in Missouri."  This presentation will showcase Missouri’s history with the Nike and Minuteman II missile programs, rocket and missile engine testing as well as discussions on the decommissioning of the 150 former Minuteman II missile silos and 15 launch control facilities by the Air Force. The presenters will include staff from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources Federal Facilities Section.  Contact Madeline Matson.  For more library events, visit MRRL.org.

Next Sunday, September 22nd, MRRL holds an Artist Reception for Bruce Woodward.  View the exhibit, meet the artist and enjoy some light refreshments. The artwork is on display until the end of October.  Contact Madeline Matson.  For more library events, visit MRRL.org.

This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "The Farewell" (Thursday through Sunday), and a special In The Park After Dark showing of "The Fantastic Mr. Fox" (Saturday only).  For showtimes, more events, and more information, visit capitolcitycinema.org.

And Scene One Theater presents "The Musical of Musicals (The Musical)" directed by Natalie Eickhoff, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 pm.  For more information, visit sceneonetheatre.com.

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!

This morning, we celebrated our annual Water Communion.  One of the rituals we honor --- that we come to expect --- in our year together is when regather our Fellowship as Summer turns toward Fall, perhaps regathering from rest or travel, and we begin a new church year.  Each of us is invited to bring a sample of water --- or use a symbolic dollop of water --- to represent experiences we bring with us as we come together.  Today brought the extra touch of water from the sky, but the storm cleared in time for many of us to come and share, everything from childhood experiences to travels to the justice causes that water represents for us.

Next Sunday, September 15th:

Adult Forum - 9:15 am
""Peacebuilding Leadership," Betty Cooper

Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: Rev. Nancy TannerThies
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 Numbers"

UUFJC News and Events this week:

Our President, Katherine Connor, is seeking people to help in renewing our Welcoming Congregation status.  See our September newsletter for more information or contact Katherine.

We are also 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].

Faith Voices for Jefferson City will be collecting signatures to put an issue on the ballot to expand Medicaid eligibility.  To get involved in this effort, contact Molly Freebairn.

This Tuesday, September 10th, Patt Behler is inviting UUFJC Members and Friends to her home for an informal Deck Discussion at 7 pm.  Starting topic is the 3rd UU Principle, “Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations.”  Space is limited, so you must contact Patt if you wish to attend.

This Thursday, September 12th, the local chapter of the American Association of University Women meets in our building at 7 pm.  Hope Gerdes, Edward Jones Financial Advisor, will be the speaker.  Her topic for the evening is "Outsmart the Scammers."  Contact Charlotte Parsons.

Next Sunday afternoon, September 15th from 2:30 to 4:30, the Art Committee is holding an artist reception and 92nd birthday celebration for our own Patt Behler.  A retrospective show of her work is currently on display here at the Fellowship, and the building will be open for art viewing, a donated art supply market, and more.  For more information, contact Art Committee Chairs Patt Behler and Roberta Dunkel.

Later next Sunday evening, September 15th, the UUFJC Board meets at 6 pm.  All are welcome to attend our board meetings.  Contact our President, Katherine Connor.

Community Events this week:

This Tuesday, September 10th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents an installment of the LU-MRRL Lecture Series: "Gender Reveal! Law and Order: SVU (or, Not on the Money!)"  There’s a “twist” in this well-known episode of Law and Order SVU. Come find out what really happened in the true-life case from the 1960s that tells us about the gender science of the day. Dr. Cal Johnson, associate professor of psychology, will discuss the Dr. John Money and Gender Reassignment Controversy.  Contact Madeline Matson.  For more library events, visit MRRL.org.

This Wednesday, September 11th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL hosts a Capital READ Book Discussion.  Join library director Claudia Cook and adult programmer Madeline Matson for a discussion of the 2019 Capital READ: The Girl’s Guide to Missiles: Growing Up in America’s Secret Desert by Dr. Karen Piper.  Contact Madeline Matson.  For more library events, visit MRRL.org.

This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Late Night" (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!

This morning, Rev. Mike Adamek joined us to begin our month of reflection on Expectations.  Rev. Mike argued that we shouldn't let our expectations -- whether generated by ourselves or others (based on our attitudes of optimism or pessimism) -- create a cocoon around us that keeps us from being vulnerable.  Life isn't the way it's supposed to be.  It's the way you cope that matters.  That takes courage, but being vulnerable means we are open not just to the bad, but also to the good.
(summary by Katherine Connor)

Next Sunday, September 8th:

Adult Forum - 9:15 am
 "The Mueller Report," Bob Boldt

Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: Water Communion, Jim Davis
Please bring a small sample of water that represents a significant experience from the past year.
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 One Voice"

Potluck Lunch After Service - Please bring a favorite dish!

UUFJC News and Events this week:

Our President, Katherine Connor, is seeking people to help in renewing our Welcoming Congregation status.  See our September newsletter for more information or contact Katherine.

Faith Voices for Jefferson City will be collecting signatures to put an issue on the ballot to expand Medicaid eligibility.  To get involved in this effort, contact Molly Freebairn.  Molly will also be accepting signatures next Sunday.

Once again this year, we are calling for donations of lightly used and new clothing for Project Homeless Connect.  This is an event in October supported by several local churches to provide assistance and connections to homeless people.  Please bring donations to First Baptist Church this Saturday, September 7th, starting at 10 am; look for the red and white balloons on Monroe Street.  The following items are requested:
•New or Clean, Gently-used Clothing (Especially Jackets & Coats)
•New or Gently Used Shoes 
•New Adult White Socks (Tube Socks Preferred)
•New Adult Underwear, assorted sizes
•New Washcloths
•Toiletries for care kits (fingernail clippers, razors, deodorant, and feminine hygiene products still needed)
For more information, contact [email protected].

This Thursday, September 5th, the local chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America meets in our building at 7 pm.  Contact Susan Randolph.

Community Events this week:

This Friday, September 5th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents their First Friday Film  This month's selection: "The Public."  On the coldest night of the year, a Cincinnati librarian is caught between a group of homeless patrons staging a sit-in and a face-off with the local police and the media. Emilio Estevez wrote, directed and stars in this film, his gift of love to public libraries and a film 12 years in the making. Also starring Alec Baldwin, Jena Blum, Taylor Schilling and Christian Slater.  Contact Madeline Matson.  For more library events, visit MRRL.org.

This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Late Night" (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!

This morning, we were joined by Doug Hill from First Unitarian Universalist Church of Springfield, Missouri.  Doug shared with us his philosophy of uncertainty.  Having emerged from decades in a fundamentalist cult to now identify as Agnostic, he pointed out that Agnosticism is not lazy shrugging or moral fence-sitting, but a principled commitment to truth and evidence.  Agnosticism is also compatible with many beliefs, but it recognizes the limits of belief and the sanctity of proven knowledge.  Doug especially underlined this point: we can believethings that are neither provable nor disprovable, and these beliefs can be positive, helping us organize our lives and make choices, but when we claim to know what we can't prove --- or hold to beliefs refuted by evidence --- we fall into dangerous delusions.  Embracing the uncertainty of the world is a challenge; our brains like to know what to expect.  Doug finds it helpful to live in the present moment, maintain a sense of humor, and build courage.  In this way we can reap the benefits of uncertainty in greater knowledge and growth and greater joy in diversity.

Next Sunday, September 1st:

Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Prosecutorial Injustice," Hugh Flowers

Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Expectations Rule Our Lives Until We Change Them," Rev. Mike Adamek
Expectations are like an automobile’s cruise-control. Whatever we expect, we experience and we follow the same pattern until our dispirit experiences force us to change our expectations.  In human history and in our development from birth until now, there have been radical changes in what we expect. When do we accept the expectations of others so much that we internalize them as our own and when do we challenge them with every fiber of our being? That is the glory of expectations.
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 We"

UUFJC News and Events this week:

Our September newsletter and print calendar are ready.  Paper copies are available in the wall box near the coat rack.  Electronic copies are now ready to view or download: Newsletter, Calendar

Tomorrow, Monday, August 26th, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds its monthly assembly at 6:30 pm at Quinn Chapel AME Church.  Contact Rev. Kim Woodruff:
[email protected]  

This Friday, August 30th is our monthly Salvation Army meal.  Please contact 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 1st, our building is reserved by a community group starting at 6:30 pm.  Please allow privacy.

Community Events this week:

This Wednesday, August 28th, Missouri River Regional Library's Nonfiction at Noon will be discussing the book "White Fragility" by Robin DiAngelo.  Meets upstairs in the Truman Room.  Contact Lisa Sanning.

This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Maiden" (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!

Our September newsletter and print calendar are now ready to view or download:
Newsletter
Calendar

!This Sunday, Rev. Nancy TannerThies continued our month of reflections on "Invitation."  What does it mean to make a deep invitation --- to invite yourself, your whole self, and others into the moment?  Building on a reading about seeing a grizzly bear in the wild, Rev. Nancy pointed out that often we reduce our experiences into a series of dots --- a footprint here, a few hairs there, the sight of an animal --- and get so busy trying to connect the dots with our minds that we don't engage in the dynamic event that began before we entered and continues after we leave and will make its own meaning naturally in time.  What is uninvited, she suggested, is what overwhelms us, so she called upon us to invite it all, even the unwanted experiences, and invite ourselves to live in the moment with it all.  In this way, we can ready ourselves for new revelations.

Next Sunday, August 25th:

Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"UUs Creating Peace," Betty Cooper
During the 2010 UUA General Assembly, The UUA Statement of Conscience on Creating Peace was adopted.  We'll discuss the document's three sections: Where We Stand; Historical & Theological Context; and Calls to Action.  Bring your "progress report" during this past eight years.

Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Living in a World of Uncertainty," Doug Hill (from First UU Church of Springfield)
Doug will discuss agnosticism and uncertainty, especially compelling topics considering Doug was affiliated with a cult for the first 40 years of his life. 
Our Worship Service Committee first heard about Doug from a member of the Springfield church who describes Doug's message this way: "...one of the most compelling and enlightening talks I have heard in my 60-plus years of being a Unitarian".
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 Practice of Peace"

UUFJC News and Events this week:

Our building is reserved by a community group tomorrow evening, August 19th, starting at 6:30 pm.  Please allow privacy.

Community Events this week:

This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Maiden" 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!