Today, Rev. Mike brought us a message about the increasing militarization of police forces throughout the US, both in tactics and in equipment. The results can be frightening for the health of our communities and for our civil rights, as we have recently learned once again from the events in Ferguson, Missouri. However, pitting officer safety against the rights of the community is a false choice. By meeting the community on a human level, face-to-face, police officers can both respect citizens and forestall the danger that comes from confrontation. In light of the events in Ferguson, local people and organizations are working toward just this kind of dialogue, including Faith Voices for Jefferson City, Missouri Association for Social Welfare, and our own Bob Boldt.
Note: I'm trying out adding a "Next Sunday" section below. Let me know if it helps, or if the News and Events feel too buried.
Next Sunday, September 28:
Adult Forum: "Humans Need Not Apply," Laura Gilkey
We will view a video and discuss the challenges as increasingly sophisticated computers and robots threaten to displace human jobs in a new age of automation.
Service Message: "Open Meetings Law," Tom Durkin
Tom Durkin lived through the era of Watergate and has worked in the Missouri Legislature, Supreme Court, and Attorney General's office --- as well as on the soap opera General Hospital! He's sure to bring this boring-sounding but vitally important topic to life!
UUFJC News and Events This Week:
We are updating our Members and Friends Directory. A copy is on a table by the entrance for you to review and note any corrections, or contact Laura Gilkey if you need your information updated, added, or removed.
If you shop at Hy-Vee, we have $50 Gift Cards you can purchase and spend like any other gift card on groceries, gas and more, but these cards benefit the Fellowship! See Bob Antweiler to get one (or more!).
This Friday, September 26th at 5 pm is our monthly Salvation Army meal. Contact Bob Antweiler if you can help prepare or serve food for those in need.
Later Friday evening at 7 pm at the Fellowship is the monthly Last Friday Documentary Film. We're marking the 100th birthday of math and science writer Martin Gardner with an episode of David Suzuki's "The Nature of Things: Mystery and Magic of Mathematics - Martin Gardner and Friends," followed by some additional short films. Contact Laura Gilkey.
We still need volunteers for some upcoming events and fundraisers:
October 4th we will have a booth at the Jefferson City Multicultural Festival. See the sign-up sheet by the entrance or contact Bob Antweiler if you can help!
October 5th is the CROP Walk against world hunger. Kath Connor is signing up walkers and donors; contact her or see the sign-up sheet on the Cafe Bar below the monitor.
We have another fundraiser tentatively scheduled for November 15th and we need volunteers to decide what kind of fundraiser we want and put it on. There will be a planning meeting directly after services October 12th --- if no one steps forward we will have to cancel the plan and consider budget cuts.
Community Events This Week:
Monday, September 22nd, Documentary Days continue at Capital 8 Theatre with "Life Itself" about the life of beloved film critic Roger Ebert. Screenings at 5 pm and 7 pm.
Tuesday, September 23rd at 7 pm, Missouri River Regional Library hosts "The Voice Within Us: An Evening of Poetry" in the Story Hour room. Bring a poem of your own or one of your favorite poet to share. Contact Madeline Matson.
At the same time, Tuesday evening at 7 in the Art Gallery, MRRL is also hosting "Things to Know Before You Go." Come prepared with the questions you’ve always had about death but were too afraid to ask! Certified Preplanning Consultant Samatha Boudria Renner of Riverview Cemetery takes a lighter approach to death while discussing historic funeral customs, the many options available today in addition to practical financial considerations. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema on High Street presents "Mood Indigo" and "A Trip to Italy." For showtimes, visit http://www.capitolcitycinema.org/.
For yoga and even more events, see our Calendars.
Note: I'm trying out adding a "Next Sunday" section below. Let me know if it helps, or if the News and Events feel too buried.
Next Sunday, September 28:
Adult Forum: "Humans Need Not Apply," Laura Gilkey
We will view a video and discuss the challenges as increasingly sophisticated computers and robots threaten to displace human jobs in a new age of automation.
Service Message: "Open Meetings Law," Tom Durkin
Tom Durkin lived through the era of Watergate and has worked in the Missouri Legislature, Supreme Court, and Attorney General's office --- as well as on the soap opera General Hospital! He's sure to bring this boring-sounding but vitally important topic to life!
UUFJC News and Events This Week:
We are updating our Members and Friends Directory. A copy is on a table by the entrance for you to review and note any corrections, or contact Laura Gilkey if you need your information updated, added, or removed.
If you shop at Hy-Vee, we have $50 Gift Cards you can purchase and spend like any other gift card on groceries, gas and more, but these cards benefit the Fellowship! See Bob Antweiler to get one (or more!).
This Friday, September 26th at 5 pm is our monthly Salvation Army meal. Contact Bob Antweiler if you can help prepare or serve food for those in need.
Later Friday evening at 7 pm at the Fellowship is the monthly Last Friday Documentary Film. We're marking the 100th birthday of math and science writer Martin Gardner with an episode of David Suzuki's "The Nature of Things: Mystery and Magic of Mathematics - Martin Gardner and Friends," followed by some additional short films. Contact Laura Gilkey.
We still need volunteers for some upcoming events and fundraisers:
October 4th we will have a booth at the Jefferson City Multicultural Festival. See the sign-up sheet by the entrance or contact Bob Antweiler if you can help!
October 5th is the CROP Walk against world hunger. Kath Connor is signing up walkers and donors; contact her or see the sign-up sheet on the Cafe Bar below the monitor.
We have another fundraiser tentatively scheduled for November 15th and we need volunteers to decide what kind of fundraiser we want and put it on. There will be a planning meeting directly after services October 12th --- if no one steps forward we will have to cancel the plan and consider budget cuts.
Community Events This Week:
Monday, September 22nd, Documentary Days continue at Capital 8 Theatre with "Life Itself" about the life of beloved film critic Roger Ebert. Screenings at 5 pm and 7 pm.
Tuesday, September 23rd at 7 pm, Missouri River Regional Library hosts "The Voice Within Us: An Evening of Poetry" in the Story Hour room. Bring a poem of your own or one of your favorite poet to share. Contact Madeline Matson.
At the same time, Tuesday evening at 7 in the Art Gallery, MRRL is also hosting "Things to Know Before You Go." Come prepared with the questions you’ve always had about death but were too afraid to ask! Certified Preplanning Consultant Samatha Boudria Renner of Riverview Cemetery takes a lighter approach to death while discussing historic funeral customs, the many options available today in addition to practical financial considerations. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema on High Street presents "Mood Indigo" and "A Trip to Italy." For showtimes, visit http://www.capitolcitycinema.org/.
For yoga and even more events, see our Calendars.
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