Monthly Archives: March 2017

Sunday, April 30, 2017 | Inherent Worth and Sanity | Lay speaker Matt Honig

Inherent Worth and Sanity Lay speaker Matt Honig What is a mental disorder? What is the state of the mental health system? Why should we care? All of these are complicated questions, but the answers to some (and more) will be answered in a sermon getting us ready for May’s Mental Health Month. (Please note … Continued

Sunday, April 16, 2017 | Easter Celebration | Rev. John Marsh

April 16 Easter Celebration Rev. John Marsh We will look at some parallels between the story of Harry Potter and the Christian Gospels, celebrate some good news, and sing songs of rejoicing. Wearing of Easter bonnets is encouraged — regardless of gender.

Sunday, April 9, 2017 | Palm Sunday | Rev. John Marsh

Palm Sunday Rev. John Marsh Palm Sunday remembers a day on which a population puts reason aside and goes crazy over a charismatic leader. Within a week the crowd will turn on the savior as the cause of all of their problems. For many Unitarian Universalists, it is an invitation to look within.

Saturday, May 6, 2017 | Native Plant Sale!

For the 7th year in a row, UUCSJS will be hosting a Native Plant Swap and Sale! For this year’s Annual Native Plant Sale we have amassed a terrific collection of container-grown nursery plants for pre-order! We’ve selected hard-to-find shrubs, trees, and perennials that are especially ecologically beneficial. Sadly, despite their value, virtually none of … Continued

Sunday, April 2, 2017 | Inspiration from General Assembly | Lay speakers Stephanie Achanzar, Aaron Thomas, and Melissa Hutchison

Inspiration from General Assembly Lay speakers Stephanie & Aaron Thomas and Melissa Hutchison Every year representatives from Congregations all over the United States (including Alaska and Hawaii) gather to learn, conduct business, sing, and be joyous together. It happens in June, and this year it will happen in New Orleans. Some of those who attended … Continued