Sunday was our first service of 2016. For many, New Years is when we take stock and resolve to make changes. It's a noble impulse --- as Rev. Mike said Sunday morning, the opposite of spirituality is not secularism but complacency. However, New Years Resolutions often teach us that making those changes isn't so easy. Rev. Mike suggested that one thing holding us back can be our tendency to gloss over the trade-offs; embracing the new always means letting go of the old. We need to accept and feel those losses --- to grieve the "little deaths" --- to move on to a fuller life.
Next Sunday, January 10th:
Clergy Review Begins.
This year we’ll start with a survey to find out what qualities in the clergy relationship are most important to you. Contact Alexis Engelbrecht for more details.
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
Rebecca Bax
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "The Rest of the Story: Constructing Narratives in a Living Tradition," Alexis Engelbrecht
We think in terms of stories - and the way in which we construct those stories - or narratives - influences the way in which we handle change and how we interact with those around us. This talk encourages us to be mindful of what is taken into account, what is dismissed, and what might serve us to revisit as we write our stories and engage with others.
If you have a joy or concern that you would like to have read during the Service, please submit it through our website: http://uufjc.org/joys--concerns.html
Plus Children's RE --- Volunteers Needed!
UUFJC Board - 1:30 pm
All are welcome to attend. Minutes of the previous two board meetings are available on the bulletin board in the sanctuary, and electronic copies are available on request.
UUFJC News and Events this week:
We need RE volunteers. Contact Kim Connor to help.
The Membership Committee is looking for two volunteers who can bring members to the Fellowship one Sunday per month. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Bob Antweiler.
This Friday, January 8th is the monthly Reader’s Eye Film. For film selection and more information, contact Cinthy Wilcox.
Next Sunday, January 10th, the Worship Service Committee meets at 9 am. Contact Alexis Engelbrecht to get involved in planning our Sunday services.
And coming up Monday, January 11th is the next installment of the UUFJC Lecture Series. This month's speaker: Captain Doug Shoemaker of the Jefferson City Police Department. Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk for more information.
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, January 5th, Missouri River Regional Library hosts "Unwind, Design, De-stress" at 7 pm in the Art Gallery. Tired out from all those holiday activities? Need some stress relief? Adult coloring has become an international phenomenon with best-selling books reaching millions of passionate fans. Join us for an evening of color and relaxation. The library will furnish the designs, and the pens and pencils. You can also bring your own materials. Contact Madeline Matson.
The Vipassana Buddhist Center is holding a New Years Meditation Retreat, Friday, January 8th through Sunday, January 10th. Contact Maridee Edwards for more information.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Kids Flicks" (Saturday only) and "Killing Them Safely" (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, January 10th:
Clergy Review Begins.
This year we’ll start with a survey to find out what qualities in the clergy relationship are most important to you. Contact Alexis Engelbrecht for more details.
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
Rebecca Bax
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "The Rest of the Story: Constructing Narratives in a Living Tradition," Alexis Engelbrecht
We think in terms of stories - and the way in which we construct those stories - or narratives - influences the way in which we handle change and how we interact with those around us. This talk encourages us to be mindful of what is taken into account, what is dismissed, and what might serve us to revisit as we write our stories and engage with others.
If you have a joy or concern that you would like to have read during the Service, please submit it through our website: http://uufjc.org/joys--concerns.html
Plus Children's RE --- Volunteers Needed!
UUFJC Board - 1:30 pm
All are welcome to attend. Minutes of the previous two board meetings are available on the bulletin board in the sanctuary, and electronic copies are available on request.
UUFJC News and Events this week:
We need RE volunteers. Contact Kim Connor to help.
The Membership Committee is looking for two volunteers who can bring members to the Fellowship one Sunday per month. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Bob Antweiler.
This Friday, January 8th is the monthly Reader’s Eye Film. For film selection and more information, contact Cinthy Wilcox.
Next Sunday, January 10th, the Worship Service Committee meets at 9 am. Contact Alexis Engelbrecht to get involved in planning our Sunday services.
And coming up Monday, January 11th is the next installment of the UUFJC Lecture Series. This month's speaker: Captain Doug Shoemaker of the Jefferson City Police Department. Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk for more information.
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, January 5th, Missouri River Regional Library hosts "Unwind, Design, De-stress" at 7 pm in the Art Gallery. Tired out from all those holiday activities? Need some stress relief? Adult coloring has become an international phenomenon with best-selling books reaching millions of passionate fans. Join us for an evening of color and relaxation. The library will furnish the designs, and the pens and pencils. You can also bring your own materials. Contact Madeline Matson.
The Vipassana Buddhist Center is holding a New Years Meditation Retreat, Friday, January 8th through Sunday, January 10th. Contact Maridee Edwards for more information.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Kids Flicks" (Saturday only) and "Killing Them Safely" (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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