Sunday morning, our own Alexis Engelbrecht continued exploring our monthly theme of "Emergence" with reflections on what can emerge when we come together, and how. When we join together, it's tempting to cling to our own stories and want others to let go of theirs, but to truly let the gifts of togetherness emerge, we have to "un-center" ourselves and truly listen. This calls for vulnerability, and sometimes pain. As Alexis led us to find in a collaborative drawing exercise, when we come together, things often don't go how we individually may have planned. However, like the science of "emergent behavior" in complex systems, when we open ourselves to the full complexity of our engagement with others something new and exciting is created, and we can find our way closer to the just society and beloved community we aspire to.
This will be Alexis' last sermon to the Fellowship for some time, as she is soon embarking on trainings and internships in her path to becoming a UU Minister. As such, she took a moment to thank the Fellowship, and the gratitude runs both ways. She will be missed while she's away, but our best wishes for her endeavors go with her.
Next Sunday, April 15th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Emergence from Debt," Frank Rycyk
A growing number of companies are paying employees to get their financial lives in order, reflecting concern over the impact money problems have on employees' stress and productivity levels.
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Dawn and Dusk: Emerging into Possibility," Rev. Nancy TannerThies
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 --- "Emergence of Unitarianism - Happy Birthday, Channing!"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
We have new carpet in our sanctuary and hallways. Final touches will be added later this week. Many thanks to everyone who helped with the planning and to everyone who donated.
Our annual pledge drive has begun! 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.
Our Members and Friends Directory has been updated. Electronic copies have been shared with our Google Group; if you are unable to access this, paper or electronic copies are available on request from the administrator ([email protected]). Inclusion in this list of members and friends' contact information is entirely optional. If you would like your information added, updated, or removed, please contact the administrator at any time.
Monday, April 9th at 7 pm is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month, Capital Area Interfaith Alliance presents a preview of the Mid Missouri Festival of Faiths. For more about the festival, see our April newsletter or talk to Frank Rycyk.
This Tuesday, April 10th at 7 pm, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America meets at our building. They will be meeting here monthly on second Tuesdays at 7 pm. Contact Susan Randolph.
This Thursday, April 12th at 7 pm, the American Association of University Women meets at our building in the Forum Room. Contact Charlotte Parsons.
At the same time, Thursday at 7 pm, the local Transgender Support Group meets at our building in the Sanctuary. Contact [email protected].
This Saturday, April 14th, the Hola Amigos Spanish Speakers group meets in our building from 1:30 to 4 pm. Contact Patt Behler.
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, April 10th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents: "Trout Fishing in Missouri." Mark Van Patten will explain how trout fishing came to be one of Missouri’s greatest tourist attractions. A former biologist with the Missouri Department of Conservation, Van Patten is a nationally known authority on the fly fishing experience. He will discuss the impact of the state’s trout parks, the trout hatcheries, and the impact of the industry on the state’s economy. Contact Madeline Matson.
This Wednesday, April 11th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL screens "Reel Life Cinema: Brick by Chance and Fortune: The Story of Brick in St. Louis." Filmmaker Bill Streeter chronicles the rich history of St. Louis as both producer and user of a building material that’s as lovely as it is sturdy. Once a major player in the U.S. brick-making industry, St. Louis still boasts countless brick houses, from bungalows to mansions, and this documentary artfully illustrates the diversity and beauty of the city’s striking brick edifices, an often-ignored aspect of the city’s urban landscape. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "The Party" (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
This will be Alexis' last sermon to the Fellowship for some time, as she is soon embarking on trainings and internships in her path to becoming a UU Minister. As such, she took a moment to thank the Fellowship, and the gratitude runs both ways. She will be missed while she's away, but our best wishes for her endeavors go with her.
Next Sunday, April 15th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Emergence from Debt," Frank Rycyk
A growing number of companies are paying employees to get their financial lives in order, reflecting concern over the impact money problems have on employees' stress and productivity levels.
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "Dawn and Dusk: Emerging into Possibility," Rev. Nancy TannerThies
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 --- "Emergence of Unitarianism - Happy Birthday, Channing!"
UUFJC News and Events this week:
We have new carpet in our sanctuary and hallways. Final touches will be added later this week. Many thanks to everyone who helped with the planning and to everyone who donated.
Our annual pledge drive has begun! 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.
Our Members and Friends Directory has been updated. Electronic copies have been shared with our Google Group; if you are unable to access this, paper or electronic copies are available on request from the administrator ([email protected]). Inclusion in this list of members and friends' contact information is entirely optional. If you would like your information added, updated, or removed, please contact the administrator at any time.
Monday, April 9th at 7 pm is the monthly UUFJC Lecture Series. This month, Capital Area Interfaith Alliance presents a preview of the Mid Missouri Festival of Faiths. For more about the festival, see our April newsletter or talk to Frank Rycyk.
This Tuesday, April 10th at 7 pm, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America meets at our building. They will be meeting here monthly on second Tuesdays at 7 pm. Contact Susan Randolph.
This Thursday, April 12th at 7 pm, the American Association of University Women meets at our building in the Forum Room. Contact Charlotte Parsons.
At the same time, Thursday at 7 pm, the local Transgender Support Group meets at our building in the Sanctuary. Contact [email protected].
This Saturday, April 14th, the Hola Amigos Spanish Speakers group meets in our building from 1:30 to 4 pm. Contact Patt Behler.
Community Events this week:
This Tuesday, April 10th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, Missouri River Regional Library presents: "Trout Fishing in Missouri." Mark Van Patten will explain how trout fishing came to be one of Missouri’s greatest tourist attractions. A former biologist with the Missouri Department of Conservation, Van Patten is a nationally known authority on the fly fishing experience. He will discuss the impact of the state’s trout parks, the trout hatcheries, and the impact of the industry on the state’s economy. Contact Madeline Matson.
This Wednesday, April 11th at 7 pm in their Art Gallery, MRRL screens "Reel Life Cinema: Brick by Chance and Fortune: The Story of Brick in St. Louis." Filmmaker Bill Streeter chronicles the rich history of St. Louis as both producer and user of a building material that’s as lovely as it is sturdy. Once a major player in the U.S. brick-making industry, St. Louis still boasts countless brick houses, from bungalows to mansions, and this documentary artfully illustrates the diversity and beauty of the city’s striking brick edifices, an often-ignored aspect of the city’s urban landscape. Contact Madeline Matson.
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "The Party" (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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