In Sunday Children’s RE we will be doing a clean-up project. Change for some is hard. What’s coming and the anticipation can be difficult. What are some active ways to combat the anxiety of a new school year, job, curriculum, or friend circle? Meditation on Letting Go By Carol Allman-Morton Many of us carry a … Continue reading Clean up, Blessing Bags, and Letting Go
Hi everyone, My name is Jenn Jones (she/they), and I am excited about becoming your new Director of Lifespan Religious Education and getting to know everyone. As the DRLE I am committed to helping those seeking spiritual growth, a transforming faith, and vital communities of justice and love at any age in Unitarian Universalism. I … Continue reading Letter from DLRE Jenn Jones
My son began attending preschool when he was eighteen months old. He is now 8 years old, and I have said “Hello” and “Goodbye” to many preschool and elementary school teachers and therapists. He receives occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech therapy. At the beginning of every school year, the new teachers and therapists become … Continue reading Minister’s Message August 2022
This is the month we note the birth, on August 29, 1813, of Unitarian Henry Bergh, founder of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The hallmark of Bergh’s advocacy for animals was its hands-on practicality. Whenever he witnessed a driver beating a horse, he intervened, vocally and physically, stepping between the … Continue reading August Journey Animal Chaplain
UU Animal Chaplain Elizabeth DeCoux is available by telephone to discuss the recent, long-ago, or anticipated loss of a companion animal. She is also available to attend euthanasia and to celebrate the life of an animal. These services are available to BBUUC members at no charge. A recent study conducted by veterinary academics revealed that … Continue reading UU Animal Chaplain July 2022
In June I had the enormous privilege of attending the General Assembly of the Unitarian Universalist Association, in person in Portland, Oregon. It was inspiring and uplifting to be with 2,000 Unitarian Universalists in person and hundreds more participating online. I reunited with longtime friends and made new connections. The highlight of my General Assembly … Continue reading Ministers Report July 2022
I started writing this newsletter article on the morning of Tuesday May 24. At that time, I was feeling grief and anger over the racist mass shooting in Buffalo, New York, and the leaked draft Supreme Court decision overturning Roe V. Wade. I was thinking a lot about the toll it takes on our spirits … Continue reading Minister’s Report June 2022
Celebrate Success! BBUUC took home top awards at the ICARE Celebration dinner last month. One award for bringing 100% of our average worship attendance to the Nehemiah Assembly and another for investing over $5,000 in the social justice ministry. Thanks to our wonderful ICARE team, champions of justice in Jacksonville! Photo from left: Chuck Smithers … Continue reading ICARE 2022 Celebration Dinner
UU Animal Chaplain Elizabeth DeCoux is available to provide support to any BBUUC member grieving the death of an animal, whether the loss is recent, many years ago, or anticipated. She is also available to attend an animal’s euthanasia within Duval County and to provide a ceremony celebrating an animal’s life. Her email is edecoux@comcast.net. … Continue reading Animal Chaplain
As our programming is increasing, The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center, UU-affiliated, in western North Carolina is filling several seasonal and permanent positions. The Mountain is a magical place to live and work. Please consider applying for one of these positions, and encourage others who could be a good fit for The Mountain. Join our … Continue reading The Mountain is Hiring!
