Sunday morning, Rev. Nancy continued our monthly theme of Presence with reflections on "The Divine Twins." In many cultures and traditions, divine twins appear as opposites --- light and darkness, separation and union --- but paradoxically, they are both part of one whole. Only in darkness does light shine; coming together is impossible without separate selves to bring to the union. In a world where living together with all our differences is increasingly challenging and vital, Rev. Nancy called us to walk alongside each other without trying to judge or control, to embrace the diversity and paradox within ourselves and then use that knowledge to be present to each other.
Next Sunday, August 20th:
Newsletter Submissions Due.
Please submit your items for the September newsletter and print calendar to Laura Gilkey by e-mail ([email protected]) or in wriiting.
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
Kurt Groner
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "When Religion Uses Science," Rev. Mike Adamek
How may religious individuals use science without abusing it? Many Unitarian Universalists do not see a conflict between their religious faith and the pursuit of science. Our ancestors and many others have made similar affirmations. As we prepare for the solar eclipse on August 21st, let us look back and see when the presence of science has helped institutional religions and also when it has been an ill-mannered iconoclastic guest more interested in disruption than “making nice.” Don’t be so sure your faith is immune from the disruptive rigors of science.
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 --- "Presence of Music"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
Last week the Art Committee held the first of several pour painting classes with the aim of creating enough pieces to decorate the Fellowship. More classes will be coming in September. Contact Joanna Babb.
Back-to-School season is upon us, and we are once again collecting funds to support South Elementary School. If you would like to contribute, please submit labeled donations to our treasurer, Bob Antweiler.
We need a small group of people to coordinate UUFJC's participation in Project Homeless Connect, which is scheduled for October 20th. We are particularly seeking donations of new white socks in all sizes. Contact Patt Behler for volunteer forms and more information.
Monday, August 14th is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month, Eugene Vale, State Parks Division, Missouri Department of Natural Resources, will answer questions about the August 21st total eclipse of the sun that you may not have even thought to ask. Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk
This Saturday, August 19th, the Hola Amigos Spanish Speakers group meets in our building from 1 to 4 pm. Contact Patt Behler.
Next Sunday, August 20th, Jefferson City Indivisible meets in our building from 1 to 2:30 pm. Contact Jan Harcourt.
Community Events this week:
This Thursday, August 17th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library hosts an Author Talk by Larry Wood. The author of "Wicked Women of Missouri" will share stories about some of the state’s infamous women. Contact Madeline Matson.
Next Sunday, August 20th at 3:30 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL presents "Black Hole Sun: The Archaeology of Solar Eclipses." Dr. Christine Boston, professor of anthropology at Lincoln University, will explore incidences of solar eclipses as they have occurred in antiquity, addressing how they affected cultural ideology, inspired solar predictions and scientific inquiry, fed into mythology, and influenced individuals’ power. Contact Madeline Matson.
Then, one week from tomorrow, Monday, August 21st is the Total Eclipse of the Sun! Enjoy the sight and protect your eyes!
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Landline" (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) and "E.T." (Sunday only). 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, August 20th:
Newsletter Submissions Due.
Please submit your items for the September newsletter and print calendar to Laura Gilkey by e-mail ([email protected]) or in wriiting.
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
Kurt Groner
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "When Religion Uses Science," Rev. Mike Adamek
How may religious individuals use science without abusing it? Many Unitarian Universalists do not see a conflict between their religious faith and the pursuit of science. Our ancestors and many others have made similar affirmations. As we prepare for the solar eclipse on August 21st, let us look back and see when the presence of science has helped institutional religions and also when it has been an ill-mannered iconoclastic guest more interested in disruption than “making nice.” Don’t be so sure your faith is immune from the disruptive rigors of science.
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 --- "Presence of Music"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
Last week the Art Committee held the first of several pour painting classes with the aim of creating enough pieces to decorate the Fellowship. More classes will be coming in September. Contact Joanna Babb.
Back-to-School season is upon us, and we are once again collecting funds to support South Elementary School. If you would like to contribute, please submit labeled donations to our treasurer, Bob Antweiler.
We need a small group of people to coordinate UUFJC's participation in Project Homeless Connect, which is scheduled for October 20th. We are particularly seeking donations of new white socks in all sizes. Contact Patt Behler for volunteer forms and more information.
Monday, August 14th is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month, Eugene Vale, State Parks Division, Missouri Department of Natural Resources, will answer questions about the August 21st total eclipse of the sun that you may not have even thought to ask. Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk
This Saturday, August 19th, the Hola Amigos Spanish Speakers group meets in our building from 1 to 4 pm. Contact Patt Behler.
Next Sunday, August 20th, Jefferson City Indivisible meets in our building from 1 to 2:30 pm. Contact Jan Harcourt.
Community Events this week:
This Thursday, August 17th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library hosts an Author Talk by Larry Wood. The author of "Wicked Women of Missouri" will share stories about some of the state’s infamous women. Contact Madeline Matson.
Next Sunday, August 20th at 3:30 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL presents "Black Hole Sun: The Archaeology of Solar Eclipses." Dr. Christine Boston, professor of anthropology at Lincoln University, will explore incidences of solar eclipses as they have occurred in antiquity, addressing how they affected cultural ideology, inspired solar predictions and scientific inquiry, fed into mythology, and influenced individuals’ power. Contact Madeline Matson.
Then, one week from tomorrow, Monday, August 21st is the Total Eclipse of the Sun! Enjoy the sight and protect your eyes!
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Landline" (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) and "E.T." (Sunday only). 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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