THIS SUNDAY

Bam! We Are All Wounded!

Henri J. M. Nouwen: Nobody escapes being wounded. We all are wounded people, whether physically, emotionally, mentally, or spiritually. The main question is not “How can we hide our wounds?” so we don’t have to be embarrassed, but “How can we put our woundedness in the service of others?” Join Snowdancer as fae leads us … Continue reading Bam! We Are All Wounded!

UUJXN News

  • Congratulations to Amy Craig & Steve Tuttle November 21, 2021
    We’re pleased to announce the elopement of Amy Craig and Steve Tuttle! The ceremony was officiated by Rev. Justin McCreary on Saturday, November 20th. The celebration included family, friends, and cake! We wish them years of love and happiness!
  • Compost Bin October 24, 2021
    Thank you to Justin McWilliams, who as part of his requirements to attain the rank of Eagle Scout, organized the building of a Community Three Bin Composting System at UUCJ! Please take time to check it out and thank all who participated and assisted with this work project!
  • The Fran Leber Reading Resource Library September 5, 2021
    The League of Women Voters of Mississippi (LWVMS) and the Jackson Area (LWVJA) presented a donation of Fran Leber’s library to establish a Reading Resource Library at UUCJ as a memorial for Fran Leber, long-time member, leader, and advocate. LWVJA leaders made the presentation of books to begin the library with hopes it will continue to ...

Our Stories

UUJXN has kept me grounded in multiple ways. First, I get to be around a group of progressive people, which is unique in an area surrounded by conservatives. Second, it gives me a place to search inward–to really understand what spirituality means for me. Finally, the connections I have made at UUJXN have been a … Continue reading (Former) Min. Justin McCreary

(Former) Min. Justin McCreary

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

I was looking for a religiously liberal community where I would find support for living out my values without having to compromise my beliefs. I found that and so much more at UUCJ!

Stacy Callender

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Packing Party
09/06/2019    
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us as we prepare for The Big MOVE by packing up all the small and loose items that remain! We'll have food and music [...]
The Big MOVE
09/07/2019    
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
ALL HANDS ON DECK FOR MOVING!! Our work day will include moving EVERYTHING from our North State Street location to the warehouse on North West [...]
Goodbye Party for North State
09/08/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Come join the celebration as we say goodbye to North State Street, our home for 50 years! We will share memories, reflect on what we [...]
Wheel of the Year Drum Circle & Full Moon Celebration
09/14/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
We'll be hosting our first drum circle at UUCJ's new location! Since it is also the night of the full moon, we are going to [...]
Reflection Group: Your Question
09/15/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Earlier this month, the following reflection questions were shared about this month’s theme: Expectation. This Sunday, we will take time to share the one question [...]
Monthly Potluck Luncheon
09/15/2019    
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 [...]
Jackson Youth Climate Strike
On September 20, three days before the UN Climate Summit in NYC, young people and adults will strike all across the US and world to [...]
UUA Southern Region Leadership Meet-n-Greet
09/22/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Rev. Carlton Smith will lead us in a discussion about the UUA Southern Region Leadership Visit to Jackson and UUCJ.
Online Reflection Group: Lie Back into “Enough”
09/25/2019    
7:00 pm
Sometimes pausing to rest is a spiritual exercise in and of itself. We spend so much time chasing expectations, those of others and those we [...]
Reflection Group: Lie Back into “Enough”
09/29/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Sometimes pausing to rest is a spiritual exercise in and of itself. We spend so much time chasing expectations, those of others and those we [...]
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15 Sep 19
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Jackson Youth Climate Strike
20 Sep 19
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