Sunday morning, we continued to explore our monthly theme of "Awakening" with the help of Maridee Edwards, who shared her experiences of awakening in Buddhism. Learning about Buddhism as a teenager "awakened" her to the possibilities of different religious paths and of forging her own path. Later, joining a Buddhist chanting group awakened her to a deep experience of unity with others. And Buddhism calls her into the daily awakenings of mindfulness practice. Maridee described mindfulness as "paying attention in a particular way in the present moment, without judgment," and she led us in an experience of mindfully eating grapes and pieces of clementine oranges.
You can experience this for yourself. Next time you're eating something, take a moment to look at it and feel it in your hand. Slowly bring it to your mouth and look at it as it comes closer to you. Notice its scent. Notice how it feels on your lips. When you put it in your mouth, take a moment to lower your hand --- do each step fully before moving on to the next step. Chew slowly, noticing the texture and taste, noticing your own reactions. One of the members at the service said she'd been eating clementines all winter but hadn't really tasted one until this!
Next Sunday, January 29th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Hunting's New Controversy: Snipers," Frank Rycyk
New long-range shooting systems measure distance, determine wind effect, and fire high-powered ammunition. Some say that this takes unfair advantage of the game animal.
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "This Unitarian Universalist Life: I Used to Believe"
Members and friends will share prepared reflections regarding experiences that “awakened” them to new possibilities or ideas. As always, special readings and music will be part of this UU Life service.
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!
Potluck Lunch after service --- please bring a favorite dish!
UUFJC News and Events this week:
The Nominating Committee is seeking volunteers willing to serve UUFJC on next year’s board. If you’re interested, please talk to one of the committee members: Carol Bontempo, Betty Cooper, or Lisa Sanning.
Monday, January 23rd at 6:30 pm, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds its monthly assembly at Quinn Chapel AME Church. See Katherine Connor for more information.
The Transgender Support Group meets this Thursday, January 26th at 7pm.
This Friday, January 27th, our monthly Salvation Army meal is canceled. We are re-thinking our schedule for these meals going forward; contact Bob Antweiler if you would like to have input or stay in the loop.
Friday evening at 7 pm is the monthly Last Friday Documentary film. For film selection and more information, contact Cinthy Wilcox.
Community Events this week:
Camryn is selling Girl Scout Cookies. Contact Kim Connor.
This Tuesday, January 24th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library hosts an Author Talk by R.M. Kinder. Music is the heartbeat of Kinder’s new novel, The Universe Playing Strings, which focuses on the world of four hometown musicians. Kinder is professor emerita of literature and creative writing for the University of Central Missouri. Her previous novel, An Absolute Gentleman, was the 2008 Capital READ. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Seasons" (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!
You can experience this for yourself. Next time you're eating something, take a moment to look at it and feel it in your hand. Slowly bring it to your mouth and look at it as it comes closer to you. Notice its scent. Notice how it feels on your lips. When you put it in your mouth, take a moment to lower your hand --- do each step fully before moving on to the next step. Chew slowly, noticing the texture and taste, noticing your own reactions. One of the members at the service said she'd been eating clementines all winter but hadn't really tasted one until this!
Next Sunday, January 29th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Hunting's New Controversy: Snipers," Frank Rycyk
New long-range shooting systems measure distance, determine wind effect, and fire high-powered ammunition. Some say that this takes unfair advantage of the game animal.
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "This Unitarian Universalist Life: I Used to Believe"
Members and friends will share prepared reflections regarding experiences that “awakened” them to new possibilities or ideas. As always, special readings and music will be part of this UU Life service.
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!
Potluck Lunch after service --- please bring a favorite dish!
UUFJC News and Events this week:
The Nominating Committee is seeking volunteers willing to serve UUFJC on next year’s board. If you’re interested, please talk to one of the committee members: Carol Bontempo, Betty Cooper, or Lisa Sanning.
Monday, January 23rd at 6:30 pm, Faith Voices for Jefferson City holds its monthly assembly at Quinn Chapel AME Church. See Katherine Connor for more information.
The Transgender Support Group meets this Thursday, January 26th at 7pm.
This Friday, January 27th, our monthly Salvation Army meal is canceled. We are re-thinking our schedule for these meals going forward; contact Bob Antweiler if you would like to have input or stay in the loop.
Friday evening at 7 pm is the monthly Last Friday Documentary film. For film selection and more information, contact Cinthy Wilcox.
Community Events this week:
Camryn is selling Girl Scout Cookies. Contact Kim Connor.
This Tuesday, January 24th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library hosts an Author Talk by R.M. Kinder. Music is the heartbeat of Kinder’s new novel, The Universe Playing Strings, which focuses on the world of four hometown musicians. Kinder is professor emerita of literature and creative writing for the University of Central Missouri. Her previous novel, An Absolute Gentleman, was the 2008 Capital READ. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Seasons" (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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