UUJXN News

  • A New Beginning: 2021 Time-Talent-Treasure Pledge Drive Results December 12, 2020
    THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO PLEDGED! This year we received 19 pledge units (individuals or families) representing 27 members. Members pledged their time to participate on the Ministry Teams: Welcoming Community (2 members), Exploring Our Beliefs (9 members), Living Our Values (5 members), and Changing Our World (8 members). Talents pledged include performances by musicians ...
  • A Message from the UUA President: UU Theology Calls Us to Defend Our Democracy October 31, 2020
    UUA President Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray calls on Unitarian Universalists to support our democracy based on Unitarian Universalist theology and shares several resources to help UUs prepare for this historic election season. She wrote, “One thing we must be honest about is the reality that our democracy is under attack and has been for a long ...
  • Sawandi Olugbala – 1953-2020 October 18, 2020
    We are saddened to announce the passing of another member, Sawandi Olugbala. Sawandi was a passionate advocate for justice. As a former teacher, he taught us much, with his thought-provoking contributions to any discussion, warm smile and hugs, and life of dedication and perseverance. He will be greatly missed!

Our Stories

I visited the church years ago and was interested and impressed with their unique approach to religious community. Now, I’m actively involved and feel as though I am contributing to a community that is meaningful and helps me find the connection that I have always sought but never found in church.

Esther Newell

Most churches only follow one religious tradition, but I am interested in exploring many. Here at UUJXN I can learn about many religious traditions and explore how their practices can be meaningful for me and my life!

Kat Chambers

When I moved to Jackson in 1998, I was looking for a Unitarian Universalist Church because I had been introduced to the denomination by my sister in Texas. When I visited the UUCJ, I decided that it could be my home church due to the friendly members and liberal religious values. And I’ve been attending … Continue reading L. Patricia Ice

L. Patricia Ice

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Resistance and Transformation
For adult members and friends of all ages, this series explores Unitarian Universalist social justice history and our struggle to live up to our ever-evolving [...]
UUJXN-MRC Community Garden Meeting
11/28/2022    
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
UUJXN and the Mississippi Rising Coalition meet weekly to plan and implement a Community Garden to support the neighbor. The meetings may be held online [...]
UUJXN Midweek Vespers Online
11/30/2022    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson is inviting you to Wednesday Evening “Vespers” Online. While other churches consider Vespers a service of evening prayer, we will [...]
First Fridays Family Nights
12/02/2022    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us the first Friday of the month for family fun activities, including games and movies!    
Harvest the Power: Developing Lay Leadership
12/04/2022    
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
For both new and experienced leaders, this series enriches and deepens leadership skills and the Unitarian Universalist faith journey of leaders. 1: Leadership Journey: This [...]
UUJXN-MRC Community Garden Meeting
12/05/2022    
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
UUJXN and the Mississippi Rising Coalition meet weekly to plan and implement a Community Garden to support the neighbor. The meetings may be held online [...]
UUJXN Midweek Vespers Online
12/07/2022    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson is inviting you to Wednesday Evening “Vespers” Online. While other churches consider Vespers a service of evening prayer, we will [...]
CUUPS Full Moon Meditation - Online
12/08/2022    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Phoenix of the Grove chapter of CUUPS for a Full Moon Meditation. We will join together, set intention, raise energy, and have fellowship online [...]
Ministry Council
The Ministry Council holds scheduled meetings on the second Saturday of every month at 9:00 am and special meetings throughout the year as needed. Please [...]
Starting Point New Member Class
Starting Point is a discussion class to explore your personal journey, the journey of Unitarian Universalists, and how to weave these journeys together. Participation fulfills [...]
Chalice Scribes
12/12/2022    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Writing is a long-loved path to personal insight, spiritual discernment and self-expression. By bringing the practice of writing to the exploration of our monthly themes, [...]
UUJXN-MRC Community Garden Meeting
12/12/2022    
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
UUJXN and the Mississippi Rising Coalition meet weekly to plan and implement a Community Garden to support the neighbor. The meetings may be held online [...]
UUJXN Midweek Vespers Online
12/14/2022    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson is inviting you to Wednesday Evening “Vespers” Online. While other churches consider Vespers a service of evening prayer, we will [...]
UUJXN-MRC Community Garden Meeting
12/19/2022    
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
UUJXN and the Mississippi Rising Coalition meet weekly to plan and implement a Community Garden to support the neighbor. The meetings may be held online [...]
UUJXN Board Meeting
12/20/2022    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Board of Trustees holds scheduled meetings on the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm and special meetings throughout the year as needed. Please check [...]
UUJXN Midweek Vespers Online
12/21/2022    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson is inviting you to Wednesday Evening “Vespers” Online. While other churches consider Vespers a service of evening prayer, we will [...]
CUUPS New Moon Meditation - Online
12/23/2022    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Phoenix of the Grove chapter of CUUPS for a New Moon Meditation. We will join together, set intention, raise energy, and have fellowship online [...]
Resistance and Transformation
For adult members and friends of all ages, this series explores Unitarian Universalist social justice history and our struggle to live up to our ever-evolving [...]
UUJXN-MRC Community Garden Meeting
12/26/2022    
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
UUJXN and the Mississippi Rising Coalition meet weekly to plan and implement a Community Garden to support the neighbor. The meetings may be held online [...]
UUJXN Midweek Vespers Online
12/28/2022    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson is inviting you to Wednesday Evening “Vespers” Online. While other churches consider Vespers a service of evening prayer, we will [...]
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