This Sunday, Rev. Mike Adamek began our month of reflections on Creativity. Creativity, Rev. Mike argued, consists of both "Inspiration" and "Dedication." We need to be take the time to be filled with insight and energy, as well as applying that energy even when we have to battle our own premature internal editor and when we may look ridiculous to others. This is not only a matter of art; everyone is creative, and Rev. Mike even suggested that our creativity is our "soul" --- not, for him, a supernatural soul, but the essence of self that makes us human.
Next Sunday, May 13th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Mothers' Peace Day," Betty Cooper
The Mother’s Day Proclamation was created in 1870 by Julia Ward Howe, a Unitarian; it was a passionate plea for disarmament and peace. Two questions will be discussed: How did it get hijacked and become a “Consuming Day?” And how can it be restored to a day for peace and disarmament?
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Ramadan," Nasruddeen Al Awwal
The Muslim month of fasting, Ramadan, begins May 16th. "Nas" will educate us about Ramadan. Congregation members will offer appropriate readings.
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 --- "Creativity and Justice - Mama’s Day"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
Our annual pledge drive is still in progress. Thank you to everyone who supports UUFJC with their pledges, and thank you to those who submit their estimates of giving; it's a tremendous help to us in planning for the year ahead. For pledge forms, Fair Share giving suggestions, and more information, contact our Treasurer, Bob Antweiler.
It’s less than a month now until our annual Rummage Sale, coming Saturday, June 2nd. Please be looking for items to donate; thanks to you we always plenty to offer. This year we’re asking for no adult clothing, please; children’s clothing is welcome and appreciated. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer to help with the sale, please see Bob Antweiler and Lisa Sanning.
This Tuesday, May 8th at 7 pm, the local chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America meets at our building. Contact Susan Randolph.
This Thursday, May 10th at 7 pm, the local Transgender Support Group meets at our building. They will begin with a closed meeting in the RE room at 6:30 pm, followed by an open meeting in the Sanctuary starting at 7 pm.
At the same time, the American Association of University Women also meets at our building, Thursday evening at 7 pm in the Forum room. Contact Charlotte Parsons.
Coming Monday, May 14th is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month: "A Low-Carbon Diet: Reducing your Climate-Change Footprint through Dietary Choice," with Mark Haim, peace activist and owner-operator of The Peace Nook in Columbia, MO. Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk.
And coming Sunday, May 20th is the UUFJC Annual Business Meeting. For more information, see the May newsletter or talk to Katherine Connor.
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, May 8th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents: "It’s Yesterday Once More…Petroleum Memorabilia of Bygone Days." Description:Duane Campbell has been collecting petroleum memorabilia for almost 40 years. What started with a few items has grown to a collection now housed in its own building—a replica of a 1930s gas station. The collection focuses primarily on items from the 1920s to the 1950s and has been featured in the St. Louis Post Dispatch and other newspapers. Campbell will share selected items from his collection, his passion for petroliana and how his collection started and grew. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "The Death of Stalin" (Thursday through Sunday). For showtimes, more events, 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, May 13th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Mothers' Peace Day," Betty Cooper
The Mother’s Day Proclamation was created in 1870 by Julia Ward Howe, a Unitarian; it was a passionate plea for disarmament and peace. Two questions will be discussed: How did it get hijacked and become a “Consuming Day?” And how can it be restored to a day for peace and disarmament?
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Ramadan," Nasruddeen Al Awwal
The Muslim month of fasting, Ramadan, begins May 16th. "Nas" will educate us about Ramadan. Congregation members will offer appropriate readings.
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 --- "Creativity and Justice - Mama’s Day"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
Our annual pledge drive is still in progress. Thank you to everyone who supports UUFJC with their pledges, and thank you to those who submit their estimates of giving; it's a tremendous help to us in planning for the year ahead. For pledge forms, Fair Share giving suggestions, and more information, contact our Treasurer, Bob Antweiler.
It’s less than a month now until our annual Rummage Sale, coming Saturday, June 2nd. Please be looking for items to donate; thanks to you we always plenty to offer. This year we’re asking for no adult clothing, please; children’s clothing is welcome and appreciated. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer to help with the sale, please see Bob Antweiler and Lisa Sanning.
This Tuesday, May 8th at 7 pm, the local chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America meets at our building. Contact Susan Randolph.
This Thursday, May 10th at 7 pm, the local Transgender Support Group meets at our building. They will begin with a closed meeting in the RE room at 6:30 pm, followed by an open meeting in the Sanctuary starting at 7 pm.
At the same time, the American Association of University Women also meets at our building, Thursday evening at 7 pm in the Forum room. Contact Charlotte Parsons.
Coming Monday, May 14th is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month: "A Low-Carbon Diet: Reducing your Climate-Change Footprint through Dietary Choice," with Mark Haim, peace activist and owner-operator of The Peace Nook in Columbia, MO. Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk.
And coming Sunday, May 20th is the UUFJC Annual Business Meeting. For more information, see the May newsletter or talk to Katherine Connor.
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, May 8th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents: "It’s Yesterday Once More…Petroleum Memorabilia of Bygone Days." Description:Duane Campbell has been collecting petroleum memorabilia for almost 40 years. What started with a few items has grown to a collection now housed in its own building—a replica of a 1930s gas station. The collection focuses primarily on items from the 1920s to the 1950s and has been featured in the St. Louis Post Dispatch and other newspapers. Campbell will share selected items from his collection, his passion for petroliana and how his collection started and grew. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "The Death of Stalin" (Thursday through Sunday). For showtimes, more events, 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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