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Embracing Our Differences and Commonalities

As children explore each other and are very accepting of differences and commonalties, what happens as we grow up? What causes us to move from acceptance to our individual cubbyholes or corners? Ponder these words from Rev. Richard Gilbert: “We are all more human than otherwise The human race is a vast rainbow bursting into … Continue reading Embracing Our Differences and Commonalities

UUJXN News

  • UUA Condemns Violence Against Gaza, Urges Immediate and Total Ceasefire April 29, 2024
    The following statement was developed by the Office of the President and other senior national staff of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), grounded in the values of Unitarian Universalism and in conversation with previous resolutions, statements, and actions passed by General Assembly, the UUA’s democratically-elected governing body. There are crystallizing moments in the course of history ...
  • Statement Regarding the Conflict Between Israel and Hamas November 11, 2023
    UUA President Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt has issued the following statement regarding the current conflict:   Beloveds, I invite you to stop what you are doing if you can and sit with me in the depth of this tragedy. How to reconcile the cost of occupation and of war? How to nuance two very real histories of ...
  • Save and Grow Our Mississippi UU Churches August 15, 2023
    In partnership, the Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson (UUJXN) and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Tupelo (UUCT) are seeking to create a shared ministry to grow and sustain our congregations and establish a new foundation for liberal religious exploration in Mississippi. By joining resources, UUJXN and UUCT are seeking to hire the Reverend Edith A. ...

Our Stories

When I moved to Jackson in 1998, I was looking for a Unitarian Universalist Church because I had been introduced to the denomination by my sister in Texas. When I visited the UUCJ, I decided that it could be my home church due to the friendly members and liberal religious values. And I’ve been attending … Continue reading L. Patricia Ice

L. Patricia Ice

UUJXN has kept me grounded in multiple ways. First, I get to be around a group of progressive people, which is unique in an area surrounded by conservatives. Second, it gives me a place to search inward–to really understand what spirituality means for me. Finally, the connections I have made at UUJXN have been a … Continue reading (Former) Min. Justin McCreary

(Former) Min. Justin McCreary

I visited the church years ago and was interested and impressed with their unique approach to religious community. Now, I’m actively involved and feel as though I am contributing to a community that is meaningful and helps me find the connection that I have always sought but never found in church.

Esther Newell

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Forum: Jester's Hat - Mardi Gras Edition
03/01/2020    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Forum will be a “Jester’s Hat” focused on Mardi Gras. People are encouraged to share stories about Mardi Gras customs and traditions and how UU’s [...]
CANCELED: YUUTH Night
03/06/2020    
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Due to several people traveling and the recent tragedy in our church community, we will be postponing the youth game night for tonight. We will [...]
CUUPS Full Moon Celebration: March
03/07/2020    
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Hosted by Phoenix of the Grove Chapter of CUUPS at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson Each month we celebrate the full moon outdoors, weather permitting, [...]
CANCELLED: Monthly Potluck Luncheon
03/15/2020    
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Due to the Celebration of Life for Brian Heffner, this month's potluck has been cancelled. The next potluck will occur at the Easter Service. Each [...]
Celebration of Life for Brian Heffner
03/15/2020    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The Celebration of Life for Brian Heffner will be held on Sunday March 15th at 2:00 PM at the Embassy Suites in Ridgeland. Since Brian [...]
CANCELED: YUUTH Night
03/20/2020    
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Due to COVID-19 outbreak all in person UUCJ events have been canceled.  Calling all YUUTH! Every other Friday we host a night for YUUTH to [...]
POSTPONED: Baby Shower for Kayla Roberts
03/22/2020    
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Due to COVID-19 outbreak, the Baby Shower has been postponed.   Kayla has registered with Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/kayla-roberts-april-2020-jackson/2HCN2ISZKTEVV
CANCELED: Wheel of the Year Drum Circle: March
03/28/2020    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Due to COVID-19 outbreak all in person UUCJ events have been canceled.  Please join us as we drum to honor Mother Earth, our community, and [...]
CANCELLED: YUUTH Night
04/03/2020    
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Calling all YUUTH! Every other Friday we host a night for YUUTH to connect, learn, and have fun!
CUUPS Full Moon Celebration: April
04/04/2020    
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Hosted by Phoenix of the Grove Chapter of CUUPS and Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson Each month we celebrate the full moon outdoors, weather permitting, or indoors with [...]
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