Sunday morning, Rev. Mike began exploring our Soul Matters theme for October: Hospitality. Since Biblical times, hospitality has been used to establish trust between people. To this day we learn of those who go to heroic lengths to protect guests, not as superiors giving charity, but simply as what people do. This outlook of equality can allow for the creative interchange of inviting others into our lives, but only if we confront the fear and discomfort that hold us back from freely receiving our guests.
Questions to Contemplate: What were you taught about "hospitality" growing up? What does hospitality mean to you now?
Next Sunday, October 9th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Is Free Speech the Basis of a True Education?," Frank Rycyk
University of Chicago president Robert J. Zimmer argues, "A university should not be a sanctuary for comfort but rather a crucible for confronting ideas."
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Living Hospitality Through Our Living Tradition."
We’ll watch a message delivered by Rev. Marlin Lavanhar (from All Souls in Tulsa, Oklahoma) during the 2015 General Assembly in which he encourages Unitarian Universalists to broaden their understanding of hospitality.
There will also be time for a brief Congregational Share in which members will be asked “What makes you feel welcome?”
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 --- Volunteers Needed!
Introduction to Unitarian Universalism Class - 1:30 pm
Contact Katherine Connor.
UUFJC News and Events this week:
We have made an adjustment to our Joys and Concerns submission form (see the link above for the online version). You can now grant permission for your Joys and Concerns to be shared via e-mail. Please note the check-boxes carefully when submitting; we take your privacy very seriously and will not assume permission to share if you don't check those options.
UUFJC is turning 25 this year! We will be holding a celebration on Sunday, October 16th, and we need volunteers to help with the event. Please contact Judi Jecmen.
Next week, on Monday, October 9th at 7 pm is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month, retired forensic chemist Jenny Smith will speak on "Duct Tape as Evidence." Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk.
Patt Behler has installed a selection of her artwork at the Fellowship, representing paintings done over several years’ time. The exhibit will remain on display until sometime in November. While the works are on display, they are available (unframed) as silent auction items with a percentage offered to UUFJC’s general fund. Please contact Patt Behler or Roberta Dunkel if you would like to place a bid.
Community Events this week:
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Antibirth" (Friday only) and "Author: the JT LeRoy Story" (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!
Questions to Contemplate: What were you taught about "hospitality" growing up? What does hospitality mean to you now?
Next Sunday, October 9th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Is Free Speech the Basis of a True Education?," Frank Rycyk
University of Chicago president Robert J. Zimmer argues, "A university should not be a sanctuary for comfort but rather a crucible for confronting ideas."
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Living Hospitality Through Our Living Tradition."
We’ll watch a message delivered by Rev. Marlin Lavanhar (from All Souls in Tulsa, Oklahoma) during the 2015 General Assembly in which he encourages Unitarian Universalists to broaden their understanding of hospitality.
There will also be time for a brief Congregational Share in which members will be asked “What makes you feel welcome?”
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 --- Volunteers Needed!
Introduction to Unitarian Universalism Class - 1:30 pm
Contact Katherine Connor.
UUFJC News and Events this week:
We have made an adjustment to our Joys and Concerns submission form (see the link above for the online version). You can now grant permission for your Joys and Concerns to be shared via e-mail. Please note the check-boxes carefully when submitting; we take your privacy very seriously and will not assume permission to share if you don't check those options.
UUFJC is turning 25 this year! We will be holding a celebration on Sunday, October 16th, and we need volunteers to help with the event. Please contact Judi Jecmen.
Next week, on Monday, October 9th at 7 pm is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month, retired forensic chemist Jenny Smith will speak on "Duct Tape as Evidence." Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk.
Patt Behler has installed a selection of her artwork at the Fellowship, representing paintings done over several years’ time. The exhibit will remain on display until sometime in November. While the works are on display, they are available (unframed) as silent auction items with a percentage offered to UUFJC’s general fund. Please contact Patt Behler or Roberta Dunkel if you would like to place a bid.
Community Events this week:
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Antibirth" (Friday only) and "Author: the JT LeRoy Story" (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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