Sunday morning, on the eve of Independence Day, Rev. Mike explored what fosters a sustainable democracy. He argued that American Democracy rests on three pillars: Liberty, Equality, and Security. Many UUs lean more heavily on the Liberty and Equality pillars, and while Security is a necessity, we are in a proud tradition. Rev. Mike shared with us a metaphor from UU religious educator Sophia Lyon Fahs, saying that democracy is a fruit whose continued flourishing depends on each generation planting its seeds in new ground --- welcoming more people into the circle of our democratic society. Again and again in US history, we have seen security concerns about the "other" (Catholics, Mormons, Asians, and many more) give way to the flourishing of a more free and equal America.
Next Sunday, July 10th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
TBA, Leader Needed!
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Called to a Hungry People," Rev. Michelle and Stephanie Scott-Huffman
The story of how our neighbor church Table of Grace and its food assistance program The Pantry were called into being, the hunger they intended to address, and all the hungers that continue to emerge among people who live at the edges.
This service will include a second collection to benefit The Pantry.
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!
UUFJC News and Events this week:
We are planning another “This UU Life” service in August on the theme of “Summer.” Members and friends are invited to write and share reflections or share poetry and readings. If you’re interested or if you have another idea to contribute, please contact Laura Gilkey by this Wednesday, July 6th.
The UUFJC board is requesting special donations to invest in our Fellowship's growth this year with child care, leadership development, and other initiatives. For more information or to donate please contact our Treasurer, Bob Antweiler.
We need drivers who can give rides to services once a month to members and friends who need them. This is an important part of being a welcoming Fellowship, and some of our current volunteer drivers have had situations come up where they could use a break. Please contact Bob Antweiler if you can help!
We also need Adult Forum leaders for July 10th and July 17th. Please contact Laura Gilkey.
Sunday evening and today, July 3rd and 4th, Alberta Mobley has offered to clean our carpets. Many thanks to her! If you must come to the building at those times, please watch your step.
This Friday, July 8th at 7 pm is the monthly Reader’s Eye Film. Contact Cinthy Wilcox.
Next Sunday, July 10th at 1:30 pm is the next meeting of our “Examining Whiteness” Anti-Racism workshop. Contact Katherine Connor and Sharon Morgan.
And coming a week from tomorrow, Monday, July 11th at 7 pm is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month, Dr. Debra Green will speak about Lincoln University History. Contact Frank Rycyk or Carol Bontempo.
Community Events this week:
This Thursday, July 7th at 6:30 pm, Missouri River Regional Library invites you to Exercise Your Mind and Body with a Literary Nature Walk. Earn extra points for MRRL’s adult reading program by sharing an evening walk along Runge’s trails and identifying trees mentioned in selected books. Leaders will provide a sheet of quotations to match with trailside locations. Not able to join us this evening? Request a copy of our tree quotation sheet to complete on your own after our walk. Contact Madeline Matson.
Next Sunday, July 10th at 2 pm, MRRL hosts Music @ the Library: 32 BarTenders. This mid-Missouri group mixes up a cocktail of tunes from American, Irish, English and French traditions with a twist of original tunes and a splash of swing and tango. The group’s instruments include fiddle, banjo, flute, penny whistle, mandolin, guitar, and keyboard. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Wiener" (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, July 10th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
TBA, Leader Needed!
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Called to a Hungry People," Rev. Michelle and Stephanie Scott-Huffman
The story of how our neighbor church Table of Grace and its food assistance program The Pantry were called into being, the hunger they intended to address, and all the hungers that continue to emerge among people who live at the edges.
This service will include a second collection to benefit The Pantry.
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!
UUFJC News and Events this week:
We are planning another “This UU Life” service in August on the theme of “Summer.” Members and friends are invited to write and share reflections or share poetry and readings. If you’re interested or if you have another idea to contribute, please contact Laura Gilkey by this Wednesday, July 6th.
The UUFJC board is requesting special donations to invest in our Fellowship's growth this year with child care, leadership development, and other initiatives. For more information or to donate please contact our Treasurer, Bob Antweiler.
We need drivers who can give rides to services once a month to members and friends who need them. This is an important part of being a welcoming Fellowship, and some of our current volunteer drivers have had situations come up where they could use a break. Please contact Bob Antweiler if you can help!
We also need Adult Forum leaders for July 10th and July 17th. Please contact Laura Gilkey.
Sunday evening and today, July 3rd and 4th, Alberta Mobley has offered to clean our carpets. Many thanks to her! If you must come to the building at those times, please watch your step.
This Friday, July 8th at 7 pm is the monthly Reader’s Eye Film. Contact Cinthy Wilcox.
Next Sunday, July 10th at 1:30 pm is the next meeting of our “Examining Whiteness” Anti-Racism workshop. Contact Katherine Connor and Sharon Morgan.
And coming a week from tomorrow, Monday, July 11th at 7 pm is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month, Dr. Debra Green will speak about Lincoln University History. Contact Frank Rycyk or Carol Bontempo.
Community Events this week:
This Thursday, July 7th at 6:30 pm, Missouri River Regional Library invites you to Exercise Your Mind and Body with a Literary Nature Walk. Earn extra points for MRRL’s adult reading program by sharing an evening walk along Runge’s trails and identifying trees mentioned in selected books. Leaders will provide a sheet of quotations to match with trailside locations. Not able to join us this evening? Request a copy of our tree quotation sheet to complete on your own after our walk. Contact Madeline Matson.
Next Sunday, July 10th at 2 pm, MRRL hosts Music @ the Library: 32 BarTenders. This mid-Missouri group mixes up a cocktail of tunes from American, Irish, English and French traditions with a twist of original tunes and a splash of swing and tango. The group’s instruments include fiddle, banjo, flute, penny whistle, mandolin, guitar, and keyboard. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Wiener" (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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