With our newly remodeled social hall and campus improvements, engaging Sunday services, and growing children’s and adult programs, we are ready to reach out to the wider community to encourage adults and families who share liberal open-minded religious values, and the call for social justice, freedom and democratic principles, to visit and hopefully join!. This … Continue reading Promoting our Church on WJCT
On Friday, April 10th UUCJ hosted OneJax leaders and members of its Interfaith Committee in their bimonthly Interfaith Dialogue. UUCJ leaders presented on UU and UUCJ history and current events, including a tour of our campus. UUCJ has accepted OneJax’s invitation to serve on its Interfaith Committee.
Welcome to the UUCJ Church Year Dear UUCJ Congregants, September marks the traditional beginning of our “church year.” Over the summer and into early September, our Sunday services have featured thought-provoking sermons and a delightful variety of music, thanks to the dedication of our speakers and musicians. We extend deep gratitude to our worship team … Continue reading A New Beginning: The Start of Our Church Year
On Sunday, September 20, after the service, the Board will sponsor Sign-Up Sunday to promote the committees and teams whose members sustain the church’s mission and selflessly carry out the day-to-day work. Our Beloved Community depends on volunteers willing to share their treasure, skills, talents and expertise as well as their time and energy to help nourish our … Continue reading Join Sign-Up Sunday on September 20
By Peter Racine, Minister, Unitarian Universalist Church of Jacksonville They are our neighbors- mothers, fathers, children, grandparents, young adults- many of whom have lived here since childhood. Hardworking, contributing, tax paying, they are not criminals. Even though it was said that the target of our government was to deport violent criminals, reports indicate that group … Continue reading Statement on Immigrants and Refugees
For those that missed Peter’s update during his sermon on June 16th regarding our campus improvements, I wanted to take this opportunity to provide the latest information. The good news is that we are on track to be in the new social hall by year-end! The new social hall is going to be beautiful! The … Continue reading Letter from The Board President
The bylaws of UUCJ state that an annual report shall be given by the board president at the annual meeting. Oops! I missed that deadline. Instead I am going to give the “State of the Church” speech. I am happy to report that the State of the Church is …. Pretty good. 2024 was not … Continue reading State of the Church Sermon
Catholic Charities will be offering a citizenship class at UUCJ! Catholic Charities is seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with our citizenship class every Saturday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Church, starting on February 1, 2025. If you are interested in helping individuals on their journey to U.S. citizenship, we’d love … Continue reading Volunteer Opportunity: Catholic Charities Citizenship Class
You can now keep up with our children’s religious education program on Instagram @uukidsjax ! Be sure to follow and share the page so more families in our community can learn about the UU approach to spiritual growth. Plus, get a peek at the wonderful stories, games, music, and art we use in our lessons!
Calling all fabulous UUCJ bakers, time to share your skills! Confections—both ready to eat, or freeze—are needed for our very popular annual Bake Sale. Your creations can be dropped off on the deck the Sunday morning of the sale. Hosted by our fundraising team, 100% of the proceeds go to UUCJ.
