GUIDELINES for Nov 24, 2024 Sale Deadline to reserve a table is November 1st We will provide a table. You must set up the day before, Saturday November 23, between 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. You can not set up before Sunday’s service on Nov 24. No activity at all during the Nov 24 service. … Continue reading Arts & Crafts Sale – Seller Guidelines
Going Places One of the most life-changing challenges people may face is not being able to drive. While there are friends in our circles who can graciously give occasional rides, it can be difficult to depend on the kindness of others. Here are some services that can keep you on the go. Duval County … Continue reading Going Places – Transportation Options for Duval & Clay Counties
Those of us who have reached a certain age remember the old television series, “Lassie.” In the quintessential Lassie story, the beautiful collie runs, barks, and whines to tell the family that their son Timmy has fallen down the well and needs help. The family realizes what Lassie is trying to communicate, and a courageous … Continue reading Interdependence
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On September 28 and 29, UUs across the nation have the opportunity to participate in a UU Climate Justice Revival, with the theme, “Reimagine Together: From an Extractive Age to a New Era.” It remains to be seen exactly what the details of the revival will be, but the idea of turning away from an … Continue reading Reimagine Together: From an Extractive Age to a New Era
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Have you ever wondered what it means when animals appear in your dreams? If you believe dreams bring us information and messages, it’s useful and sometimes even fun to consider what a dream may be telling you. People who study dreams tell us the first step in understanding an animal dream is to focus on … Continue reading Animals in Your Dreams?
As hurricane season begins in Florida June 1, it’s important to remember companion animals in your preparations. The SPCA recommends having leashes, harnesses, and carriers on hand in case evacuation becomes necessary. Other important items to keep in your emergency departure kit include your animals’ medication, food (can opener if needed), water, and bedding. Another … Continue reading Hurricane Season and Pets
Despite sheriff, ICARE’s social justice assembly draws a faithful crowd Following a weeklong back-and-forth in the press, Sheriff T.K. Waters did not meet with faith leaders at ICARE’s annual Nehemiah Assembly. But three other Jacksonville officials and the city’s public defender did. 47 members from BBUUC joined with over 730 from other Jacksonville churches at … Continue reading ICARE Justice Ministry Report: May 2024
Do you ever get the feeling that Florida lags behind other states in a lot of important categories? Here’s one rating we can definitely celebrate. In terms of strong legal protections for animals, the Animal Legal Defense Fund ranks Florida seventh in the nation. ALDF notes a number of Florida statutes that it considered in … Continue reading Animal Chaplain May 2024
