Upcoming Activities at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson, MS

Special Activities

7/25 Forum: Summer film series “Letting Go of God” featuring comedienne Julia Sweeney. For more info visit www.juliasweeney.com

Gathering: “Quest for Soul” featuring Bill Gressett

8/1 Forum: Elizabeth Overman leads us on this Remembrance Day for the Holocaust. The 65th anniversary of the detonation of the Atomic Bomb on Hiroshima is between August 6, the actual day, and August 9. We will talk about both travesties within the scope of World War II and the impact of each on society today.

Gathering: Our featured speaker will be Elizabeth Overman.

8/8 Forum: “Magic, Mojo & Mercy” with guest presenter Anne Lovelady.

Gathering: Dr. Chandra Persaud, Mississippi Valley State University is our featured speaker on “The Enduring Spiritual Practices of the Indian Diaspora.”

8/15 Forum: David Voisin leads this discussion on Mississippians Educating for Smart Justice, a group working to abolish the death penalty.

Gathering: Backpack Blessing,

8/22 Forum: TBA

Gathering: Patricia Ice will be our featured speaker.

8/29 Forum: Tom Head leads a discussion on the Personhood Amendment

Gathering: The League of Women Voters presents a drama in period costume celebrating women's right to vote.

9/5 Blending of the Waters

Board of Trustees Meeting
Second Sundays at 12:30 p.m.
in RE Building

Monthly Potluck
-- After morning gathering

12:30 p.m. on Third Sundays

Lunch Bunch
After Morning Gatherings on the First, Second,
Fourth and Fifth Sundays

(Location announced during Morning Gathering)

Fourth Friday Film Festival

7:00--9:00 p.m.

The Following groups and activities are available at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson:

Care Ring: There to help you in times of joy, sorrow or need. Brian Heffner and Susan Haik, have agreed to be part of our Care-Ring. If you have a need such as illness or something else with which you wish the congregation’s help, please contact one of them and they will find someone or some way for us to assist you.

Forums: Sunday morning engaged discussion on a surprising variety of subjects. Forum discussions have included such diverse topics as the rise of Buddhism in America, euthanasia in our culture, environmentally sound practices such as the use of local produce, and our philosophical history of doubt.

Fourth Friday/Saturday Films: Each month an award winning, independent film featuring thought-provoking topics will be shown at UUCJ. Call the church for further information or directions. Bring any snacks or drinks you would like! (Popcorn and sweet tea provided.)

Lambda AA: Lambda AA meets at the church Monday, Wednesday and Saturday nights. If you are interested in joining this group, or would like more information about this group or other AA groups in the area, please contact the Jackson Area Intergroup Central Office at (601) 982-0081.

Pot Luck: We have a pot luck lunch held after service on the third Sunday of each month. Check the calendar for dates. Join us for good food and great company! Children are expected and enjoyed.

Religious Education: We have activities planned each term for Religious Education for Children and Youth as well as Religious Exploration for Adults.

UU 101 and UU 102: UU 101 and 102 are a series of classes for those seeking more information on Unitarian Universalist thought, principles, polity, history, and stewardship. Each series is offered annually (more often if there is interest).

Sunday Morning Services: Chalice lighting, Joys & Concerns, songs, and sermons by our Minster, guest speakers, and our own membership.

New Buddhist Study Group meets in the Sanctuary at 7:00-8:30 on Friday evenings. Contact David Hoskins at dchoskins@gmail.com for more information.

Last Modified on 08/27/2010