Chalice Lighting May we know once again that we are not isolated beings, but connected, in mystery and miracle, to the universe, to this community and to each other. Check‐in: How is your spirit right now? Introduction to Journey Circles: Journey Circles provide a space free from judgement, interruption and challenge, A space for spiritual exploration and search for meaning, … Continue reading 24-03 Drop In Journey Circle: Truthfulness
March is Dolphin Awareness Month. There are dozens of species of dolphin. Some of the best known are bottlenose dolphin, killer whale, beluga whale, pilot whale, and spinner dolphin. Dolphins are marine mammals. They breathe air through a blowhole. Probably the most distinctive characteristic of these animals is that they perceive their surroundings via echolocation. … Continue reading Animal Chaplain March 2024
ICARE gets city to study climate change There’s no point in building if those buildings are going to be under water ~ Mayor Donna Deegan By 2070, three times as many people in Jacksonville will be exposed to flooding as today. That’s the bad news. The good news? Now that we know about it, we … Continue reading ICARE March 2024
After the hectic pace of the holiday season, I find that we are fully into the second half of the Church’s fiscal year. I hope everyone is having a good beginning to your new year. There are a variety of things to look forward to as we move through the coming months. The staff and … Continue reading President’s Message February 2024
Anyone who has lost a beloved companion animal is likely aware that the death is not just like that of a family member; it is the death of a family member. Many people experience profound sorrow following the death of a dog, cat, or other animal. Animal chaplains are frequently asked such questions as, “When … Continue reading Animal Chaplain February 2024
ICARE Research Issue Update: Mental Health Jax Mayor’s Office Learns About Treatment, Not Jail for People in Crisis Most states spend more money to incarcerate people with mental illnesses than to treat them. ~ Judge Steve Leifman, founder, Miami-Dade County Criminal Mental Health Project They wash their feet. That’s the … Continue reading ICARE February 2024
We would like to thank everyone who participated in the recent survey concerning the UUA changes to Article II of its bylaws, which will come up for a vote at this year’s General Assembly. On October 8th BBUUC held an informative congregational meeting to discuss the proposed changes to Article II. As a follow-up to … Continue reading Results of Article II Survey
Some Unitarian Universalists are unfamiliar with the work of the Unitarian Universalist Animal Ministry, an organization that’s been active since the 1980s. As explained in their mission statement, “Unitarian Universalist Animal Ministry empowers individuals, chapters, and congregations to build justice and compassion for animals.” The group welcomes the involvement of all interested people; members include … Continue reading Animal Ministry – January 2024
As we move into the second half of our church year, we have a lot to look forward to and much to be thankful for. Some of the major things to look forward to in the next six months are the annual stewardship/pledge campaign, our Annual Meeting in May, selection of delegates for the UUA … Continue reading President’s Message – January 2024
