This week, Tom Durkin was here from the Missouri Attorney General's Office to talk about Missouri's Sunshine Law and the importance of providing open access to public proceedings to secure citizens' rights and build their trust. The law applies to public bodies, but represents a standard of good practice for private organizations as well. Democratic self-management is among our principles as UUs, and we need to make sure we're being as open and transparent as we should be in how we make our own decisions.
(Just a reminder, all are welcome at our Board meetings. Board minutes are posted in the Yahoo!Group files and are available on request if you have trouble getting into Yahoo.)
Next Sunday, October 5:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
Next week's discussion leader: Jim Grogan
Service and RE - 10:30 am
Message: "Tough-Minded Optimists Are Needed Now," Rev. Mike Adamek
"The greatest discovery of my generation," said William James, "is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind." This modest little statement covers a lot of people who are not starry eyed Polyannas but realistic folks who make the best of whatever situation. We need more tough-minded optimists.
Plus Children's RE with Barb Koenig and Judi Jecmen - AND - Youth RE with Alexis Engelbrecht-Villafañe.
UUFJC News and Events this week:
The October Newsletter and Calendar are ready! Paper copies are in the back of the Sanctuary, and electronic copies are available.
We're still working on updating our Members and Friends Directory. There's a copy by the door at the Fellowship for you to note any changes, or e-mail Laura Gilkey your updates.
This Thursday, October 2nd at 7 pm, the American Association of University Women meets at the Fellowship. This month's speakers: Missouri State President of AAUW, and Anji Gandhi, independent candidate for Prosecuting Attorney of Cole County. Contact Charlotte Parsons.
This Friday, October 3rd beginning at 5 pm is our First Friday Social, an evening to casually get together with your fellow members and friends. Bring refreshments of your own or to share, and feel free to use our deck and grill. Contact Kath Connor.
This Saturday, October 4th is the Jefferson City Multicultural Festival downtown. UUFJC will have a booth for fundraising and community outreach, and we need volunteers! There's a sign-up sheet at the Fellowship. Contact Bob Antweiler if you can help.
Later next Sunday afternoon at 3 pm at Lincoln University's Soldier's Memorial is the CROP Walk against world hunger. 25% of proceeds stay local to support the Buddy Pack program. To become a walker or donor, please see the sign-up sheet near our cafe bar under the monitor, or contact Kath Connor.
Coming up Sunday, October 12th directly after service, we are having a planning meeting for a fundraising event tentatively scheduled for November 15th. Please come if you can help or contact a Board member if you want to help but can't make the meeting.
Community Events this week:
Monday, September 29th, Documentary Days continue at Capital 8 Theatre with "Code Black," a documentary about the Emergency Department of Los Angeles County Hospital which "offers a tense, doctor’s-eye view, right into the heart of the healthcare debate – bringing us face to face with America’s only 24/7 safety net." Screenings at 5 pm and 7 pm.
Thursday, October 2nd at 7 pm, Missouri River Regional Library hosts "Peace Corps: Then and Now." Returned Peace Corps Volunteers will explore how the Peace Corps experiences have evolved throughout the decades as well as how they have affected the lives of volunteers. Returned Peace Corps Volunteers from Chad, Costa Rica and Ethiopia are just a few of the countries that will be represented at this panel event. Join these volunteers for an evening of cultural experiences and diverse adventures. Contact Madeline Matson.
Friday, October 3rd at 7 pm, MRRL remembers legendary actor and comedian Robin Williams with its First Friday Film: "Good Morning Vietnam." Williams portrays Adrian Cronauer, a wild and crazy radio deejay who came to Saigon in 1965 to host a morning show and shook up the station with humor and irreverence. Williams received his first Oscar nomination for his role in this hilarious film. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema on High Street presents "The Trip to Italy." For showtimes and more information, visit http://www.capitolcitycinema.org/.
The Rotary Spaghetti Supper is coming up Friday, October 10th. Tickets are $10. Contact Frank Rycyk for tickets and information.
For yoga and even more events, see our Calendars.
(Just a reminder, all are welcome at our Board meetings. Board minutes are posted in the Yahoo!Group files and are available on request if you have trouble getting into Yahoo.)
Next Sunday, October 5:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
Next week's discussion leader: Jim Grogan
Service and RE - 10:30 am
Message: "Tough-Minded Optimists Are Needed Now," Rev. Mike Adamek
"The greatest discovery of my generation," said William James, "is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind." This modest little statement covers a lot of people who are not starry eyed Polyannas but realistic folks who make the best of whatever situation. We need more tough-minded optimists.
Plus Children's RE with Barb Koenig and Judi Jecmen - AND - Youth RE with Alexis Engelbrecht-Villafañe.
UUFJC News and Events this week:
The October Newsletter and Calendar are ready! Paper copies are in the back of the Sanctuary, and electronic copies are available.
We're still working on updating our Members and Friends Directory. There's a copy by the door at the Fellowship for you to note any changes, or e-mail Laura Gilkey your updates.
This Thursday, October 2nd at 7 pm, the American Association of University Women meets at the Fellowship. This month's speakers: Missouri State President of AAUW, and Anji Gandhi, independent candidate for Prosecuting Attorney of Cole County. Contact Charlotte Parsons.
This Friday, October 3rd beginning at 5 pm is our First Friday Social, an evening to casually get together with your fellow members and friends. Bring refreshments of your own or to share, and feel free to use our deck and grill. Contact Kath Connor.
This Saturday, October 4th is the Jefferson City Multicultural Festival downtown. UUFJC will have a booth for fundraising and community outreach, and we need volunteers! There's a sign-up sheet at the Fellowship. Contact Bob Antweiler if you can help.
Later next Sunday afternoon at 3 pm at Lincoln University's Soldier's Memorial is the CROP Walk against world hunger. 25% of proceeds stay local to support the Buddy Pack program. To become a walker or donor, please see the sign-up sheet near our cafe bar under the monitor, or contact Kath Connor.
Coming up Sunday, October 12th directly after service, we are having a planning meeting for a fundraising event tentatively scheduled for November 15th. Please come if you can help or contact a Board member if you want to help but can't make the meeting.
Community Events this week:
Monday, September 29th, Documentary Days continue at Capital 8 Theatre with "Code Black," a documentary about the Emergency Department of Los Angeles County Hospital which "offers a tense, doctor’s-eye view, right into the heart of the healthcare debate – bringing us face to face with America’s only 24/7 safety net." Screenings at 5 pm and 7 pm.
Thursday, October 2nd at 7 pm, Missouri River Regional Library hosts "Peace Corps: Then and Now." Returned Peace Corps Volunteers will explore how the Peace Corps experiences have evolved throughout the decades as well as how they have affected the lives of volunteers. Returned Peace Corps Volunteers from Chad, Costa Rica and Ethiopia are just a few of the countries that will be represented at this panel event. Join these volunteers for an evening of cultural experiences and diverse adventures. Contact Madeline Matson.
Friday, October 3rd at 7 pm, MRRL remembers legendary actor and comedian Robin Williams with its First Friday Film: "Good Morning Vietnam." Williams portrays Adrian Cronauer, a wild and crazy radio deejay who came to Saigon in 1965 to host a morning show and shook up the station with humor and irreverence. Williams received his first Oscar nomination for his role in this hilarious film. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema on High Street presents "The Trip to Italy." For showtimes and more information, visit http://www.capitolcitycinema.org/.
The Rotary Spaghetti Supper is coming up Friday, October 10th. Tickets are $10. Contact Frank Rycyk for tickets and information.
For yoga and even more events, see our Calendars.
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