Year: 2022
Minister’s Message for December 2022
Happy Holidays, Everyone!
Our liturgical theme for December is “The Path to Wonder.” That path invariably leads me to contemplate sources of light – the stars, the moon, the sun, the torch, and the candle in the window.
Research estimates that eighty to eighty-five percent of our … read more.
Labor of Love Work Day
Saturday November 19, 8 AM to noon. Meet at UUCJ to spruce up and repair where needed. Opportunities for improvement include grounds cleanup, deck repair and decluttering the south wing rooms. Other suggestions are welcome. Please contact Steve Settle at if you have … read more.
Help out with our Thanksgiving Potluck
Bring your favorite dish to share!
We need volunteers for the following:
Saturday Set-up
Set up the Social Hall on Saturday November 19th (tables, chairs, tablecloths, decor)
Sunday Set-up
Set up outside tables on Sunday morning before the service. Make coffee and drinks, set out food (warm up dishes as … read more.
Letter from the Minister for November 2022
Dear Ones,
Our liturgical theme for November is Path to Change. When I realized this, I laughed out loud. Sometimes I think the Universe is playing jokes on me and other times, like now, I think the Universe is giving me just what I need – whether … read more.
President’s Letter
The success and survival of UUCJ relies on the contributions of many members. The Worship Committee, Music Committee, and Minister coordinate a great variety of wonderful programs. But we do not see the work done by many others.
When things need to be repaired, the grounds … read more.
Join the Fundraising Team
If you have creative skills such as photography, writing, crafting, decorating, cooking/baking, or computer skills, the Fundraising Team could use you for their annual fundraising projects! Contact Darlene Larsen for more info.
Mission Funding Campaign Cottage Meetings
The Mission Funding Campaign this year includes Cottage Meetings, small gatherings to discuss the programs planned for 2023. We hope to generate a lot of interest and enthusiasm for our activities that start in January 2023.
Meetings are planned at the following locations:
Downtown and Westside – … read more.
Choir Rehearsals
We’re Back!! Our choir for the holidays will start rehearsals on October 30 from 12:30 to 1:30 in the chapel. We plan a Solstice Ceremony to see the year out and the new year in.
Music readers and non-readers of all ages are invited. We have … read more.
The Board Needs Additional Members
The UUCJ Board currently has 5 members (out of 8 members specified in the UUCJ Bylaws). 5 members are required for a quorum. Currently one member is out of the country until the end or October. So, the Board cannot conduct any official business (including … read more.