By Sara Gondwe Juneteenth, often known as “Our Other Independence Day” is a day designated to celebrate the last remaining slaves that were notified of their freedom on June 19th, 1865. As a Unitarian Universalist, I see our goal as being inclusive, to make sure that there are representatives “at...
This month’s theme question: What does it mean to be a people of simplicity? If you knew you were going to be stranded on a deserted island, and could bring only one book with you, what would it be? Seriously … I’m asking. Think about it for a minute. If...
By Bev Thierwechter As you may have heard, the TJMC B&B program is starting up again and you will definitely want to know about it. The program benefits UU travelers, TJMC hosts, and proceeds support TJMC. It’s a … Win-WinWin!! Here’s an overview. We have a number of TJMC members...
2nd Sunday of each month a Soul Matters Group will meet in the new AFD space in the Lower Hall from 11:15-12:30 am While many people appreciate Unitarian Universalism’s absence of dogma and freedom to explore, a common critique of our movement is that we don’t offer people the tools...
Hi friends, One of the board’s goals this year, was to embrace Beloved Conversations about Racial Justice as a way to live our values in the world, strengthen our connections and expand and deepen our spiritual lives. http://www.meadville.edu/beloved I have had the opportunity to complete and now reflect upon a...
Respectfully, and in Faith, Sara Gondwe,sarajayn@live.com Well, because I’m UU, of course. Does that seem surprising to you? It shouldn’t be if you know Unitarian Universalists have been involved in the civil rights of others since slavery days. We were outspoken abolitionists during the 19th Century and participated in the...
by Doug Webbink At the end February, 2016, after 8 months or 66% of the fiscal year, our church continues to be in a reasonably good financial position. Revenues for 8 months totaled $349,871 and expenses were $309,831, which yields a net income of $40,039. Current year pledges were...
Pastoral Visitors Year-Round Program The Pastoral Visitors Program has been designed to complement the roles of the minister and the CareNet program, in providing a comprehensive ministry of pastoral care. It is a lay ministry of support and hope, offered by trained volunteers who offer a sustained caring presence...
From Laura Horn Come help refine the 2016-2017 Church Budget Your board wants to make sure this budget reflects the congregation’s values, aspirations and priorities. We’ve scheduled two sessions to hear from you: Sunday, April 24, 12:30 to 1:30, Lower Hall 3 Wednesday, April 27, 6:00 to...
by Laura Wallace Amid much social justice activity at TJMC, one group formed last summer to invite dialogue about our church’s name. The Considering Our Name committee met through November, and members also contributed to a website RevWik started which is devoted to TJMC’s anti-racism work. Although the committee is...