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UUFJC Newsletter, Flame on the Water, November 2023
UUFJC Newsletter, Flame on the Water, November 2023
Yesterday morning, Rev. Nancy TannerThies joined us to begin our month of reflections on Generosity by exploring the question: "What is the Proper Response?"
I did not hear the message myself, but Rev. Nancy's title reminds me that some of us were taught the virtue of Generosity in an unhealthy, self-denying way: that giving was virtuous and "taking" was selfish. The wonder of Generosity, however, is part of a much more complex, lively, and interdependent flow that embraces giving but also receiving and self-care. A proper response to the needs of others is to be open to giving while respecting your own needs. A proper response to gifts from others is to be open to their generosity and capability while respecting your own need to choose what you bring into your life. Giving and receiving are not a black and white duality, but a complex and many-hued tapestry that binds us to each other, echoing the interdependent web of life we are embedded in.
For those who would also like to keep up with our neighbors at the UU Church of Columbia, their service from yesterday is available to view online:
I did not hear the message myself, but Rev. Nancy's title reminds me that some of us were taught the virtue of Generosity in an unhealthy, self-denying way: that giving was virtuous and "taking" was selfish. The wonder of Generosity, however, is part of a much more complex, lively, and interdependent flow that embraces giving but also receiving and self-care. A proper response to the needs of others is to be open to giving while respecting your own needs. A proper response to gifts from others is to be open to their generosity and capability while respecting your own need to choose what you bring into your life. Giving and receiving are not a black and white duality, but a complex and many-hued tapestry that binds us to each other, echoing the interdependent web of life we are embedded in.
For those who would also like to keep up with our neighbors at the UU Church of Columbia, their service from yesterday is available to view online:
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Jefferson City, MO 65102
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Attn: Treasurer
PO Box 1245
Jefferson City, MO 65102
hank 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 restoration of our building after our recent fire continues, although we still expect it to be some time before we can move back. If you have any questions about the state of the restoration, please contact our board president, Rich Burdge.
It's time to update our UUFJC Members and Friends Directory. If you would like to share your contact information with other members and friends, please contact our administrator at [email protected] with the information you would like to share.
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, November 12th, our Intergenerational Book Study group meets at 2 pm. This month’s selection includes several short stories by a wide variety of authors; the stories are available on request from Emma Regnier ([email protected]). Contact Emma or contact Betty Cooper for more information.
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.
Community Events this week:
This evening, Monday, November 6th, the local chapter of the American Association of University Women (which normally meets in our building) holds its monthly meeting. Open to the public. For meeting location, Zoom link, and more information, contact Betty Cooper.
This Tuesday, November 7th at 6 pm, Jefferson City Room At The Inn holds a Volunteer Training & Chili Supper at their new location: First Baptist Church Activity Center, 107 Monroe St. RSVP is helpful but not required by emailing [email protected]. You can also find "Jefferson City Room at the Inn" on Facebook. Jefferson City Room at the Inn is a low-barrier, emergency, overnight winter homeless shelter and is a function of Housing the Community Jefferson City (HCJC).
This Thursday, November 9th at 7:30 pm, the local chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America holds its monthly online meeting. To register or for more information, contact Alicia Erickson at [email protected]
For more events, see our online calendars:
UUFJC Events
Virtual 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 restoration of our building after our recent fire continues, although we still expect it to be some time before we can move back. If you have any questions about the state of the restoration, please contact our board president, Rich Burdge.
It's time to update our UUFJC Members and Friends Directory. If you would like to share your contact information with other members and friends, please contact our administrator at [email protected] with the information you would like to share.
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, November 12th, our Intergenerational Book Study group meets at 2 pm. This month’s selection includes several short stories by a wide variety of authors; the stories are available on request from Emma Regnier ([email protected]). Contact Emma or contact Betty Cooper for more information.
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.
Community Events this week:
This evening, Monday, November 6th, the local chapter of the American Association of University Women (which normally meets in our building) holds its monthly meeting. Open to the public. For meeting location, Zoom link, and more information, contact Betty Cooper.
This Tuesday, November 7th at 6 pm, Jefferson City Room At The Inn holds a Volunteer Training & Chili Supper at their new location: First Baptist Church Activity Center, 107 Monroe St. RSVP is helpful but not required by emailing [email protected]. You can also find "Jefferson City Room at the Inn" on Facebook. Jefferson City Room at the Inn is a low-barrier, emergency, overnight winter homeless shelter and is a function of Housing the Community Jefferson City (HCJC).
This Thursday, November 9th at 7:30 pm, the local chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America holds its monthly online meeting. To register or for more information, contact Alicia Erickson at [email protected]
For more events, see our online calendars:
UUFJC Events
Virtual Gatherings
Affiliated Events
Religious Education
Building Use (other)
Community Events
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