Sunday morning, Rev. Nancy TannerThies continued our monthly theme of "Welcome" by reflecting on two personages of lore: the witch who welcomed Hansel and Gretel and tried to make them her supper, and Jethro of the Hebrew Bible, who welcomed Moses and made him his son-in-law. These very different welcomes both had roots in the welcomer's needs for survival --- the witch's need for food, Jethro's need for connection and reciprocal kindness amid a harsh landscape. Rev. Nancy called on us to acknowledge our needs as we welcome others in --- our dark thoughts, our fears, our motives --- but to beware "power over," surviving at others' expense, and look to "power with" that will help us thrive together.
Next Sunday, September 24th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
Terri Rodgers
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "My Irresponsible Search for Truth and Meaning," Andy Grizzle
UUs work ever more frequently with Christian congregations on social justice efforts in our community. As we spend more time together, it is natural to ask and answer about each other's belief systems. Through trial and error - but mostly error - Andy has collected some lessons to share on avoiding the unintentional alienation of other people of faith.
Divinity student Andy Grizzle from St Louis will be our guest speaker. This will be Andy’s first time with us, and may very well not be his last. Please come to meet and welcome Andy to UUFJC.
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 --- "Welcoming All Beings"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
The art committee is holding pour painting classes with the aim of creating enough pieces to decorate the Fellowship. The first class was held Sunday. Another class will be held next Sunday, September 24th from 1-3 pm, and a class for parents and kids will be held the week after that. There is a sign-up sheet by our entrance and an $8 materials fee per participant. The classes will be held in Judi Jecmen’s garage. For directions and more information contact Joanna Babb or Judi Jecmen.
Monday, September 18th at 6:30, a local Girl Scout troop meets in our building. Contact Kim Connor.
This Friday, September 22nd is our monthly Salvation Army Meal. Please contact Jim and Joanna Babb if you can help prepare or serve food for those in need. Serving begins at 5 pm, please arrive early to help prepare.
This Saturday, September 23rd, the Hola Amigos Spanish Speakers group meets at our building from 1-4 pm. Contact Patt Behler.
Next Sunday, September 24th at 4 pm, a Soul Matters small group will meet at the Fellowship. This meeting is now full, but contact Alexis if you would like to participate in future meetings in person or online.
Later next Sunday at 6:30 pm, the UUFJC Board meets at the Fellowship. All are welcome to attend the board meeing. A meeting agenda is available for download. Contact our president, Katherine Connor, for more information.
And coming Monday, September 25th at 6:30 pm, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds its monthly assembly at Quinn Chapel AME Church. Contact Katherine Connor.
Community Events this week:
Monday, September 18th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents a program on Mid-Missouri Book Groups. Representatives from book groups in Cole and Osage counties will talk about the history of their groups, how they choose books, how the groups are structured, and offer advice to those interested in starting their own book groups. Contact Madeline Matson
This Wednesday, September 20th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL invites you to Craft Your Own Book Sculpture. Turn old books into works of art. Learn a few simple folding techniques to transform a book that’s past its prime into a mesmerizing sculpture. All supplies, including books, will be provided. Courtney Waters , the library’s teen services coordinator and crafter extraordinaire, will provide instruction for this unique art form. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Bayou Maharaja" (Wednesday only), "The Last Dalai Lama" (Thursday only), and "Whose Streets" (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, September 24th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
Terri Rodgers
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "My Irresponsible Search for Truth and Meaning," Andy Grizzle
UUs work ever more frequently with Christian congregations on social justice efforts in our community. As we spend more time together, it is natural to ask and answer about each other's belief systems. Through trial and error - but mostly error - Andy has collected some lessons to share on avoiding the unintentional alienation of other people of faith.
Divinity student Andy Grizzle from St Louis will be our guest speaker. This will be Andy’s first time with us, and may very well not be his last. Please come to meet and welcome Andy to UUFJC.
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 --- "Welcoming All Beings"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
The art committee is holding pour painting classes with the aim of creating enough pieces to decorate the Fellowship. The first class was held Sunday. Another class will be held next Sunday, September 24th from 1-3 pm, and a class for parents and kids will be held the week after that. There is a sign-up sheet by our entrance and an $8 materials fee per participant. The classes will be held in Judi Jecmen’s garage. For directions and more information contact Joanna Babb or Judi Jecmen.
Monday, September 18th at 6:30, a local Girl Scout troop meets in our building. Contact Kim Connor.
This Friday, September 22nd is our monthly Salvation Army Meal. Please contact Jim and Joanna Babb if you can help prepare or serve food for those in need. Serving begins at 5 pm, please arrive early to help prepare.
This Saturday, September 23rd, the Hola Amigos Spanish Speakers group meets at our building from 1-4 pm. Contact Patt Behler.
Next Sunday, September 24th at 4 pm, a Soul Matters small group will meet at the Fellowship. This meeting is now full, but contact Alexis if you would like to participate in future meetings in person or online.
Later next Sunday at 6:30 pm, the UUFJC Board meets at the Fellowship. All are welcome to attend the board meeing. A meeting agenda is available for download. Contact our president, Katherine Connor, for more information.
And coming Monday, September 25th at 6:30 pm, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds its monthly assembly at Quinn Chapel AME Church. Contact Katherine Connor.
Community Events this week:
Monday, September 18th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents a program on Mid-Missouri Book Groups. Representatives from book groups in Cole and Osage counties will talk about the history of their groups, how they choose books, how the groups are structured, and offer advice to those interested in starting their own book groups. Contact Madeline Matson
This Wednesday, September 20th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL invites you to Craft Your Own Book Sculpture. Turn old books into works of art. Learn a few simple folding techniques to transform a book that’s past its prime into a mesmerizing sculpture. All supplies, including books, will be provided. Courtney Waters , the library’s teen services coordinator and crafter extraordinaire, will provide instruction for this unique art form. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Bayou Maharaja" (Wednesday only), "The Last Dalai Lama" (Thursday only), and "Whose Streets" (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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