February 18th: What If
Presented by Suzzette Ortiz
What if
What if we change hate for love
What if we change indifference for compassion
What if we stop and listen
What if we stop and reflect
What if we can agree to disagree
What if we can learn to accept each other for who we are
What if we learn to realize that there is a space in this world for
For you and me!
Let’s do it together BECAUSE There is power in togetherness
Feb. 25th: Curious Awakenings
Presented by Richard Smykla
In this talk we will consider briefly some of the popular myths regarding Buddhism and Zen in the US, describe methods of Zen practice in the development of mindfulness, and examine how they can change our orientation toward the ways we care for ourselves and others.
Sunday, February 11, 2024
What is Equality, Equity, and Justice?
Kids ages 5-13 are welcomed to join us in the RE Learning Lab during worship service to explore the differences between the words “equality," "equity,” and “justice.” We will learn what The Platinum Rule is and play a game about the values of Unitarian Universalism.
Email Jess at religiouseducation@uucsjs.org to register.
UUA Common Read Announced!
Our new common read is On Repentance and Repair by Rabbi Danya Rittenberg. We have ordered several copies which will be available in the lobby this Sunday. Discussion will take place April 14th after the service.
Danya Rittenberg’s book is rooted in traditional Jewish concepts and the work of medieval philosopher Maimonides, Born in Spain around 1135 AD.
When it comes to harmful situations, society has placed a great deal of emphasis upon forgiveness which places the brunt of repair on the wounded. Repentance and Repair turns to those who are struggling to take responsibility for their mistakes. Chapter one describes five steps of repentance based on Maimonides teachings. These teachings can be applied to personal transgressions and to our culture’s most painful and unresolved issues.
On a personal note, I was telling one of my friends of Jewish heritage about our common read. She said she has a book about Maimonides that was given to her when she was confirmed in 10th grade. The copyright on the book is 1903. So our Jewish members and friends may very well have some extra insight for us.
UUCSJS Book Club
Book club will be meeting Friday, February 16th at 7:00 pm on zoom (www.tinyurl.com/uucsjszoom).
All are welcome to join the meeting.
THE VANISHING HALF by Brit Bennett
A multi-generational family saga that tackles prickly issues of racial identity and bigotry and conveys the corrosive effects of secrets and dissembling. It's also a great read that will transport you out of your current circumstances, whatever they are.
SOUP SALE RETURNS
SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY
Soup sale will be returning Sunday, February 18th. It is that time of year and we would like to repeat an event we have enjoyed in past years !!!!!!!!
*We need your help*
We need you to make your delicious homemade soup, and using the containers provided by the front entrance, to fill and return by February 18th. Soup can be frozen.
Soup will be for sale before and after service on the 18th. If making soup is not for you, we welcome bread or other baked goods to add to the sale. This has been a fun way to share our culinary skills in the past and hopefully will be again.
Have questions text:
Barb Morell 215 805 7599
An Opportunity from Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice
Webinar
Hopkins v. Watson: Challenging Lifetime Voting Bans
A briefing by Patrick Berry, Counsel, Voting Rights, Brennan Center for Justice.
Tuesday, February 13
8:00pm ET
Meeting ID: 893 6476 9773
Need Help?
Contact a member of the Caring Team
Team members can provide you with support during/after an illness, a death in the family, or other loss or hardship. They can find you resources, run errands, or provide meals in time of need.
Reach out to:
Tracey Catino at (609) 674-8721 email: Traceysnaps@msn.com
Helen Utts at (609) 338-3391 email: HelenUtts@aol.com
Tony Zitelli at (201) 463-2800 email: happy85a@aol.com
Barbara Morell at (215) 805-7599 email: morellb@msn.com
Janet Longo at (609) 748-8608 email: jilportnj@comcast.net
Denise O'Meara at (610) 316-7495 denome53@gmail.com
Caring Team is looking for members who are willing to attend monthly Zoom meetings and help out when congregants are sick or suffering from hardships. Please contact Tracey Catino if you can join our confidential group.