This Sunday
Two Wings of the Human Spirit
Presented by Mark Bernstein
Many Unitarian Universalists among us would have us believe that Reason and Faith are mutually exclusive. But others will argue that they are compatible, even nurturing of one another. Where does Faith begin and Reason end, and vice versa? Let’s consider how we marry these two ways of looking at the world in order to forge greater relationships and lessen conflict in our congregations.
Bio: Mark Bernstein is a former staff member with the Central East Region of the UUA and currently serves as Adjunct Staff for the Region. He has been a grateful member of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware County in Media, Pennsylvania for nearly 30 years.
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.
Shamanic Journeying
Second Tuesdays, March-June (4 month group)
7-8:30 pm eastern time
($80 per/person)
Explore our monthly themes through shamanic practices. Guided by a UU minister and long-time shamanic practitioner, as well as the steady beat of a drum, participants will journey to compassionate helping spirits for wisdom and guidance connected with each month’s theme. All are welcome! No experience necessary!
Learn more and register HERE.
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
Pomona Road Cleanup
Next Pomona Road Cleanup will be Feb. 4th starting at 9 am and going until 10 am. There will be a sign-up sheet in the back of the sanctuary for all those interested. Grabbers, gloves, and bags will be provided. Any questions, please let me know.
Contact Nancy Watson for more information
Action Hour this Friday!
The next "First Friday Action Hour" is THIS Friday, February 2nd.
Join UUs across the state this Friday, 12-1 p.m., to learn and take action together!
Here's what people are saying:
"An hour well spent. Thank you!"
"A great way to act as an individual citizen with group strength!"
"Thank you for this. A do-able action event."
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.