Sunday morning, Rev. Mike gave us a sermon about being present in the moment. Too often, our minds rush to fill the "empty spaces" in our lives. Our thoughts drag us off into the future or the past, sometimes to the point that we're not alive to the present, living moment. How can we come back to ourselves where we are right now? Discomfort brings our attention to the present, but it can be as much an obstacle as a tool. Discomfort and fear can lead us to shy away in those moments when we need courage. Rev. Mike called us to look for the "options around our obstacles" and keep the faith that our efforts, even when they seem inadequate, may have positive effects we will never know about.
Next Sunday, May 8th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Great Wall of Sand," Frank Rycyk
According to columnist Andrew Browne, "China has managed to permanently alter facts on the ground in its favor, ... armed only with a set of revolving teeth on Asia's largest dredger."
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Are You My Mother?," Rev. Nancy TannerThies
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 News and Events this week:
Our building and grounds committee is looking for volunteers to help with weeding. Contact Bob Antweiler.
This Thursday, May 5th, Capital Area Interfaith Alliance, Faith Voices for Jefferson City, and The Jefferson City Muslim Community are sponsoring a program on The Syrian Refugee Crisis with Middle East expert Rihab Sawah. It takes place at 6:30 pm at First Presbyterian Church.
Coming Monday, May 9th is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month, Michael Urban, PhD and Chair of the MU Department of Geography, will speak on the topic of Climate Science. Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk.
Our annual business meeting is coming on Sunday, May 15th. See the May newsletter for more information on proposed budget and bylaw changes or contact a member of the board. If you can’t be there but want to have a say, be sure to fill out a proxy voting form, included in the May newsletter.
And mark your calendars for the UUFJC Rummage Sale coming Saturday, June 18th. Contact Lisa Sanning.
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, May 3rd at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents: "State of Baseball." Bill Clark spent 36 years as a major-league baseball scout and conducted more than 1,000 tryouts in the U.S. and other countries. He’s a great storyteller and will talk about his scouting years, how the game is played today, and Missouri’s two favorite teams. He writes a weekly column for the Columbia Daily Tribune. Contact Madeline Matson.
MRRL also presents their First Friday Film this Friday, May 6th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery. This month's selection: "Trumbo." In 1947, Dalton Trumbo was Hollywood’s top screenwriter until he and other artists were jailed and blacklisted for their political beliefs. Dalton used words and wit to win two Academy Awards and expose the absurdity and injustice of the blacklist. Contact Madeline Matson.
Next Sunday, May 8th from 1-5 pm is Capital Arts' inaugural Art Studio Tour Fundraiser. Visit five artists' studios plus preview exhibits by several other artists. Featuring art raffle and door prizes, refreshments and live music. Advance tickets $12, same-day tickets $15. For more information call573-635-8355 or 635-8512 or visit www.capitalarts.org.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Toy Story" (Saturday only) and "April and the Extraordinary World" (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, May 8th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Great Wall of Sand," Frank Rycyk
According to columnist Andrew Browne, "China has managed to permanently alter facts on the ground in its favor, ... armed only with a set of revolving teeth on Asia's largest dredger."
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Are You My Mother?," Rev. Nancy TannerThies
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 News and Events this week:
Our building and grounds committee is looking for volunteers to help with weeding. Contact Bob Antweiler.
This Thursday, May 5th, Capital Area Interfaith Alliance, Faith Voices for Jefferson City, and The Jefferson City Muslim Community are sponsoring a program on The Syrian Refugee Crisis with Middle East expert Rihab Sawah. It takes place at 6:30 pm at First Presbyterian Church.
Coming Monday, May 9th is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month, Michael Urban, PhD and Chair of the MU Department of Geography, will speak on the topic of Climate Science. Contact Carol Bontempo or Frank Rycyk.
Our annual business meeting is coming on Sunday, May 15th. See the May newsletter for more information on proposed budget and bylaw changes or contact a member of the board. If you can’t be there but want to have a say, be sure to fill out a proxy voting form, included in the May newsletter.
And mark your calendars for the UUFJC Rummage Sale coming Saturday, June 18th. Contact Lisa Sanning.
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, May 3rd at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents: "State of Baseball." Bill Clark spent 36 years as a major-league baseball scout and conducted more than 1,000 tryouts in the U.S. and other countries. He’s a great storyteller and will talk about his scouting years, how the game is played today, and Missouri’s two favorite teams. He writes a weekly column for the Columbia Daily Tribune. Contact Madeline Matson.
MRRL also presents their First Friday Film this Friday, May 6th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery. This month's selection: "Trumbo." In 1947, Dalton Trumbo was Hollywood’s top screenwriter until he and other artists were jailed and blacklisted for their political beliefs. Dalton used words and wit to win two Academy Awards and expose the absurdity and injustice of the blacklist. Contact Madeline Matson.
Next Sunday, May 8th from 1-5 pm is Capital Arts' inaugural Art Studio Tour Fundraiser. Visit five artists' studios plus preview exhibits by several other artists. Featuring art raffle and door prizes, refreshments and live music. Advance tickets $12, same-day tickets $15. For more information call573-635-8355 or 635-8512 or visit www.capitalarts.org.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Toy Story" (Saturday only) and "April and the Extraordinary World" (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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