Our March newsletter is still in the works. Digital copies will be sent to this mailing list when it is ready.
Yesterday morning, we were finally able to return to services at our building after last year's kitchen fire! Many thanks to everyone who helped with the work day Saturday and to everyone who has supported us through our building's recovery! We still have work to do, but it’s good to be back home.
Returning to this familiar place coincides with the start of our month of reflections on Transformation, which might sound ironic, but we're Unitarian Universalists. As Pastor Susan Panttaja noted in the message we shared via video, the history of our faith is a journey of transformation, and one marked by faith *in* transformation. Locally, our recovery from the fire is not just a matter of making it "like it never even happened," but envisioning what we want our space to become. In our broader faith community, we are preparing to consider changes to the UUA's Article II, including our beloved Principles, but with our rooted faith in transformation and growth, we can consider with clear eyes. We say (sometimes sing) that "revelation is not sealed" --- the good and sacred continuously reveal themselves, and we keep transforming our faith to meet the moment, learn, and grow.
Pastor Susan's message is available to view online:
Returning to this familiar place coincides with the start of our month of reflections on Transformation, which might sound ironic, but we're Unitarian Universalists. As Pastor Susan Panttaja noted in the message we shared via video, the history of our faith is a journey of transformation, and one marked by faith *in* transformation. Locally, our recovery from the fire is not just a matter of making it "like it never even happened," but envisioning what we want our space to become. In our broader faith community, we are preparing to consider changes to the UUA's Article II, including our beloved Principles, but with our rooted faith in transformation and growth, we can consider with clear eyes. We say (sometimes sing) that "revelation is not sealed" --- the good and sacred continuously reveal themselves, and we keep transforming our faith to meet the moment, learn, and grow.
Pastor Susan's message is available to view online:
For those who would like to keep up with our neighbors at the UU Church of Columbia, their service from yesterday is also available to view online:
UUFJC News and Events this week:
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For accessibility and convenience, we have an option to donate to our Fellowship online through PayPal:
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You can also mail donations and pledges to:
UUFJC
Attn: Treasurer
PO Box 1245
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Thank you for being with us and supporting us!
And remember all our ways to stay in touch! You can visit our website at uufjc.org. You can also join our open-posting "UUFJC Cafe" Google Group to chat with other members and friends via e-mail and receive additional announcements and reminders (contact the Administrator at [email protected] to join).
The UUFJC Board is currently accepting comments on a draft Destructive Behavior Policy. If you need a copy of the draft or wish to submit a comment, please email [email protected], or contact a member of our board. Comments are due by next Sunday, March 10th.
Coming in three weeks, on Sunday, March 24th, we will hold our annual Election of Officers. Members, please plan to attend and cast your vote!
We are looking for volunteers who can substitute-teach when our Religious Educator, Samantha Porter, must occasionally be absent. Contact Samantha if you can help.
Attention artists! UUFJC's congregational banner was irreparably damaged in the fire. We are in need of a new banner, perhaps based on the old one, or perhaps using a new design that represents our congregation and community. If you are interested in creating a new banner, contact our Art Committee chair, Patt Behler.
This Thursday, March 7th at 7 pm, we are invited to join our neighbors at First UU of Springfield for their monthly “Date with Death Club” via Zoom. These are standalone sessions exploring our shared mortality. More information about the program can be found at https://datewithdeathclub.com. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87033373838
An independent Insight Meditation group taught by Joe McCormack meets at our building Thursday nights at 7 pm, when possible. Zoom may also be available. For more information, contact Bob Antweiler.
Next Sunday, March 10th, our Intergenerational Book Study meets at our building at 2 pm. This month's selection: "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman. Contact Emma Regnier or Betty Cooper.
Our building (when available) is reserved by community groups Wednesdays and Saturdays starting at 6 pm and Tuesdays and Thursdays starting at 5:30 pm. If you have access to our building, please allow privacy at these times.
For more events, see our online calendars:
UUFJC EventsVirtual Gatherings
Affiliated Events
Religious Education
Building Use (other)
Community Events
And remember all our ways to stay in touch! You can visit our website at uufjc.org. You can also join our open-posting "UUFJC Cafe" Google Group to chat with other members and friends via e-mail and receive additional announcements and reminders (contact the Administrator at [email protected] to join).
The UUFJC Board is currently accepting comments on a draft Destructive Behavior Policy. If you need a copy of the draft or wish to submit a comment, please email [email protected], or contact a member of our board. Comments are due by next Sunday, March 10th.
Coming in three weeks, on Sunday, March 24th, we will hold our annual Election of Officers. Members, please plan to attend and cast your vote!
We are looking for volunteers who can substitute-teach when our Religious Educator, Samantha Porter, must occasionally be absent. Contact Samantha if you can help.
Attention artists! UUFJC's congregational banner was irreparably damaged in the fire. We are in need of a new banner, perhaps based on the old one, or perhaps using a new design that represents our congregation and community. If you are interested in creating a new banner, contact our Art Committee chair, Patt Behler.
This Thursday, March 7th at 7 pm, we are invited to join our neighbors at First UU of Springfield for their monthly “Date with Death Club” via Zoom. These are standalone sessions exploring our shared mortality. More information about the program can be found at https://datewithdeathclub.com. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87033373838
An independent Insight Meditation group taught by Joe McCormack meets at our building Thursday nights at 7 pm, when possible. Zoom may also be available. For more information, contact Bob Antweiler.
Next Sunday, March 10th, our Intergenerational Book Study meets at our building at 2 pm. This month's selection: "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman. Contact Emma Regnier or Betty Cooper.
Our building (when available) is reserved by community groups Wednesdays and Saturdays starting at 6 pm and Tuesdays and Thursdays starting at 5:30 pm. If you have access to our building, please allow privacy at these times.
For more events, see our online calendars:
UUFJC EventsVirtual Gatherings
Affiliated Events
Religious Education
Building Use (other)
Community Events
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