Sunday, May 4, 2025 All Ages Service: The Courage to Imagine Presented by Jessica Dunn Safonof, UUCSJS Director of Religious Education Nothing happens that we don’t imagine. Using your imagination is not just for children, our imaginations are actually a very powerful tool in problem solving. Do you have the courage to imagine the solutions … Continued

Sunday, April 20, 2025 All Music Service Presented by Gina Roche, UUCSJS Music Director Join us for a morning of uplifting, joyous music! Gina ROCHÉ (vocalist/guitarist/songwriter/uke player/vocal coach/tap dancer and music director for our beloved UUCSJS and loving it!) Gina studied voice with opera singer and teacher Frank Capelli in Philadelphia. Gina has been a … Continued

April 20, 2025 Love as an Intention Laura Kushner Finding love for ourselves and those around us in these polarizing times. Pulling from our 1st principle, the inherent worth and dignity of every person. How can we apply this mindset for self healing and tolerance for “others”, while living in a society where our political … Continued

April 13, 2025 Who Was Jesus? Rev. Richard Speck April 13, 2025 is Palm Sunday in the Christian calendar. For almost 2000 years, people have tried to understand who this enigmatic individual was. Some say he was a prophet, others say he was a rebel, and others believe he was the son of God. So … Continued

April 6, 2025 For the Fun of It! Jessica Dunn Safonof, UUCSJS Director of Religious Education Joy is important in our lives because it nourishes our well-being, strengthens our connections with others, and gives meaning to our experiences. It provides a sense of fulfillment that goes beyond mere happiness. Join us for this all ages … Continued

March 30, 2025 All Music Service! Featuring Sharon Sable and Joe Holt Sharon Sable and Joe Holt will be sharing songs that speak to the ways we bring more presence and love into our lives, by opening our hearts. “Sharon Sable and Joe Holt create an experience that delights music lovers of all kinds. “Their … Continued

March 23, 2025 A Habit of Generosity Presented by Karen York We will consider the transformative power of generosity. Imagine the connection you feel when someone smiles at you, shares a laugh, or gives you an unexpected gift. Generosity can be showing someone a simple kindness, providing a listening ear, or sharing a meal. This … Continued

March 16, 2025 Spring Equinox Presented by Theresa McReynolds Mother Nature is returning from hibernation to re-bloom life on to the Earth. Animals are coming out of their dens and soon will be mating. The Earth is coming alive! BIO: Rev. Dr. Theresa McReynolds, D.C., has spent the last 50 years of her life in … Continued

  March 9, 2025 From Slave to Saint: The Meaning of St. Patrick’s Life… Rev. Julie Newhall …and sainthood within the UU tradition. Is there such a thing?   BIO: Reverend Julie Newhall currently serves as minister for the UU Ocean County Congregation. She has served as both an Interfaith and a Unitarian Universalist minister … Continued

Sunday, March 2, 2025 Trusting Our Inherent Worth: An All Ages Faith-in-Action Service Jessica Dunn Safonof, UUCSJS Director of Religious Education As Unitarian Universalists our faith calls us to remember and trust in everyone’s inherent worth. Unfortunately, in our society, some people are regularly told by our culture that they are less worthy than others. … Continued