Sunday, September 20, 2026 The Beginnings That Occur at the End: The Cyclical Nature of Life on the Farm Presented by Meredith Massey What can a farm during harvest teach us about new beginnings? As we welcome Mabon and the autumnal equinox, we reflect on how beginnings are quietly woven into endings within the cycles … Continued

Sunday, September 13, 2026 Living in Israel Presented by Marcy Cyter Living overseas creates a very different way of life than what we’re accustomed to in America. Getting through each day can often be stressful, especially when daily demands and chores are to be completed in a foreign language! However, living in Israel has its … Continued

Sunday, September 6, 2026 Annual Water Service Ingathering Presented by Jessica Dunn Safonof Each autumn, our congregation takes the time to regather and recommit ourselves to one another and to our faith community. Join us for the unique UU ritual of Water Communion. Everyone is invited to bring water to add to our community bowl. … Continued

Sunday, August 30, 2026 The Beauty of Taoism Presented by Deb Dagavarian Deb’s long-term interest in Taoism stems from a paper she wrote as a student at McGill University in Montreal in the early ‘70s. Since that time, she has read numerous translations of Lao Tzu’s Way of Life, and enjoys the differences among translations. … Continued

Sunday, August 23, 2026 The Lore and Allure of the Jersey Devil Presented by Cynthia Grzywinski Growing up in the Pinelands, I’d heard many lurid stories about the Jersey Devil. For over 300 years the legend of this infamous enigmatic cryptid has endured – many claiming to have seen it. The tale begins at Leeds … Continued

Sunday, August 16, 2026 “The Odyssey” – Movie, Myth, Metaphor Presented by David Fenimore As our media feeds overflow with coverage of Christopher Nolan’s new film, countless critics, celebrities, politicians, and audience members are weighing in for and against his modern, CGI-driven, Game of Thrones-style adaptation of Homer’s poem. But what is The Odyssey? What … Continued

Sunday, August 9, 2026 On Ranked-Choice Voting Presented by Barry Bendar As UUs, our commitment to democracy is theological. Our shared values call us to participate in and defend democracy as a way to affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every person with the knowledge that we are all interconnected. Come find out how … Continued

Sunday, August 2, 2026 Taste of Soul Presented by Jessica Dunn Safonof Have you ever wondered what happens in one of our Soul Matters small groups? Or if this type of faith formation may be for you? Are you seeking deeper relationships with others in our congregation? Looking for guidance on your journey for truth … Continued

Sunday, July 26, 2026 Theology on Tap, Yes That Tap! Presented by Denise O’Meara Theology on Tap is for young adults or older folks, combining fellowship and casual drinks at pubs, sometimes with a guest speaker and Q and A session. There’s plenty of time to socialize in a no-pressure environment. It brings faith, fellowship, … Continued

Sunday, July 19, 2026 Surviving Death (Not Your Own) Presented by Kit Marlowe The recent or imminent death of a loved one makes us quite vulnerable. Friends, family, the community, and, especially, businesses “should” all over you. Kit Marlowe is past president of the UUCSJS Board. He was executor for his bother-in-law’s estate. As a … Continued