UUJXN News

  • Congregational Vote to Ordain Justin McCreary August 12, 2019
    On Sunday, August 11th at a Special Congregational Meeting, the members of UUCJ voted to ordain Justin McCreary. A special ordination service will be held later this fall.
  • Sale Pending! July 28, 2019
    The Transition Taskforce announced an offer has been made and accepted for the North State Street property. The closing date is planned for early September. The Transition Taskforce will continue to work with our real estate agent to complete the sale of the North State Street property and with our architecture firm to renovate the ...
  • Faithify Request from the UU Fellowship of Lafayette July 22, 2019
    UU Fellowship of Lafayette members are volunteering to provide summer programs at the Rural African American Museum for youth in Opelousas, LA, whose churches were burnt. You can help by donating through Faithify! Only 8 days left to reach the goal!

Our Stories

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

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

UUCJ has been home base for me for many years now. I’ve been able to provide leadership through many positions in the church. There are so many opportunities for personal and spiritual growth here. It has been a blessing to be part of this faith community. I look forward to many more years with this … Continue reading Snowdancer

Snowdancer

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Forum: The Relevance of Confederate Memorial Day in Mississippi
01/12/2020    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
We will be considering this holiday and who and what it serves. Please read the following Wikipedia entries and come prepared to discuss: Confederate Memorial [...]
UUCJ Board Meeting
01/12/2020    
12:15 pm - 2:00 pm
The UUCJ Board will meet today for a regularly scheduled meeting to conduct the business of the church. All are welcome to attend!
Exploring Our Beliefs - Worship Team Meeting
01/12/2020    
12:15 pm - 2:00 pm
The Exploring Our Beliefs Worship Team will be meeting today to plan for the coming year. All who are interested are welcome to participate!
Protecting Religious Freedom Has A Domino Effect
01/19/2020    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Due to workplace rules, especially in public sector positions, some members of minority religious communities are still forced to decide between serving their communities and [...]
Monthly Potluck Luncheon
01/19/2020    
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Each third Sunday, UUCJ hosts a monthly potluck luncheon with an assortment of entrees, salads, main courses, sides, and desserts.   Please bring your favorite [...]
Forum: Where Do We Go From Here?
01/26/2020    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Continuing on with the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., Katie Coates will lead a discussion of Chapter 6 of King’s book, “Where Do We [...]
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