Sunday morning, Rev. Julie Taylor of Eden Theological Seminary and UU Trauma Response ministry was our guest speaker and gave us a reflection on hospitality and covenant. How do we affirm the worth and dignity of every person while also drawing the boundaries that let us hold that safe space? Rev. Taylor argued that the webs of our overlapping covenants --- the principles our congregation pledges to affirm and promote, the covenants we make about how to treat each other, etc. --- can lead us. We won't be perfect --- webs have gaps --- but in making and renewing these promises, we can support each other in living out our ideals, not only in our congregation, but out in the world.
Next Sunday, November 6th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Should We Let Toddlers Play with Saws and Knives?," Frank Rycyk
Alison Gopnic argues, "Trying to get rid of too much risk can be dangerous."
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "It is Rarely Simple to Count Your Blessings," Rev. Mike Adamek
Be Positive. Be Grateful. Be Generous. Wait, Wait, you may say that I am a Do-er not a Be-er. I act positive, or grateful or generous when appropriate. Two questions you might consider. Is it true that if you habitually give more than you receive you burn out? Maybe the key to generosity is not focusing solely on giving. What can you name in your life that you did not earn and can never repay?
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:
The November newsletter and print calendar are ready. Paper copies are available in the back of the Sanctuary and electronic copies are available on request.
The Worship Service Committee meets next Sunday, November 6th at 9 am. Contact Alexis.
Also next Sunday, the “Fluent in Faith” book group meets at 2 pm. Contact Alexis for location and more information.
The Membership Committee urgently needs volunteers willing to provide rides to members and friends on Sunday mornings, as one of our usual drivers, Patt Behler, can’t do it right now. If you can help, please contact Bob Antweiler.
A couple of round globe lights have gone missing from our supply closet and we would very much like to find them, especially one made from colored glass. If you know anything about where they might be, contact Alberta Mobley or Katherine Connor.
Community Events this week:
This Saturday, November 5th is Sweet Nirvana at 7 pm at McClung Park Pavilion. This is the annual fundraiser by our friends at Vipassana Buddhist Church, with arts, food, and fun for the whole family. Advance tickets 2 for $15, at the door $8 each, kids 8 and under free. For more information contact Bob Antweiler or e-mail [email protected].
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Beasts of the Southern Wild" (Thursday only) and "Harry & The Snowman" (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, November 6th:
Adult Forum - 9:15 am
"Should We Let Toddlers Play with Saws and Knives?," Frank Rycyk
Alison Gopnic argues, "Trying to get rid of too much risk can be dangerous."
Service and Religious Education - 10:30 am
Message: "It is Rarely Simple to Count Your Blessings," Rev. Mike Adamek
Be Positive. Be Grateful. Be Generous. Wait, Wait, you may say that I am a Do-er not a Be-er. I act positive, or grateful or generous when appropriate. Two questions you might consider. Is it true that if you habitually give more than you receive you burn out? Maybe the key to generosity is not focusing solely on giving. What can you name in your life that you did not earn and can never repay?
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:
The November newsletter and print calendar are ready. Paper copies are available in the back of the Sanctuary and electronic copies are available on request.
The Worship Service Committee meets next Sunday, November 6th at 9 am. Contact Alexis.
Also next Sunday, the “Fluent in Faith” book group meets at 2 pm. Contact Alexis for location and more information.
The Membership Committee urgently needs volunteers willing to provide rides to members and friends on Sunday mornings, as one of our usual drivers, Patt Behler, can’t do it right now. If you can help, please contact Bob Antweiler.
A couple of round globe lights have gone missing from our supply closet and we would very much like to find them, especially one made from colored glass. If you know anything about where they might be, contact Alberta Mobley or Katherine Connor.
Community Events this week:
This Saturday, November 5th is Sweet Nirvana at 7 pm at McClung Park Pavilion. This is the annual fundraiser by our friends at Vipassana Buddhist Church, with arts, food, and fun for the whole family. Advance tickets 2 for $15, at the door $8 each, kids 8 and under free. For more information contact Bob Antweiler or e-mail [email protected].
This week, Capitol City Cinema presents "Beasts of the Southern Wild" (Thursday only) and "Harry & The Snowman" (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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