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The Gift of Pluralism

Join Rev. Becker (Snowdancer) leading us in the exploration of The Gift of Pluralism. UUs have proposed new language for the shared value of pluralism: “We celebrate that we are all sacred beings, diverse in culture, experience, and theology. We covenant to learn from one another in our free and responsible search for truth and … Continue reading The Gift of Pluralism

UUJXN News

  • 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. ...
  • Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt elected UUA President and new Article II: Values and Covenant advanced at 2023 General Assembly June 29, 2023
    Between June 21st and 25th, over 4000 Unitarian Universalists, including 2593 delegates from 715 congregations participated in the annual UUA General Assembly in Pittsburgh, PA or virtually. During the proceedings Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt was elected UUA President to serve a six year term. She will be the first queer individual and the first woman ...

Our Stories

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

UUCJ has been home base for me for many years now. I’ve been able to provide leadership through many positions in the church. There are so many opportunities for personal and spiritual growth here. It has been a blessing to be part of this faith community. I look forward to many more years with this … Continue reading Snowdancer

Snowdancer

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

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Packing Party
09/06/2019    
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us as we prepare for The Big MOVE by packing up all the small and loose items that remain! We'll have food and music [...]
The Big MOVE
09/07/2019    
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
ALL HANDS ON DECK FOR MOVING!! Our work day will include moving EVERYTHING from our North State Street location to the warehouse on North West [...]
Goodbye Party for North State
09/08/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Come join the celebration as we say goodbye to North State Street, our home for 50 years! We will share memories, reflect on what we [...]
Wheel of the Year Drum Circle & Full Moon Celebration
09/14/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
We'll be hosting our first drum circle at UUCJ's new location! Since it is also the night of the full moon, we are going to [...]
Reflection Group: Your Question
09/15/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Earlier this month, the following reflection questions were shared about this month’s theme: Expectation. This Sunday, we will take time to share the one question [...]
Monthly Potluck Luncheon
09/15/2019    
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Each third Sunday, UUCJ hosts a monthly potluck luncheon with an assortment of entrees, salads, main courses, sides, and desserts.   Please bring your favorite [...]
Jackson Youth Climate Strike
On September 20, three days before the UN Climate Summit in NYC, young people and adults will strike all across the US and world to [...]
UUA Southern Region Leadership Meet-n-Greet
09/22/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Rev. Carlton Smith will lead us in a discussion about the UUA Southern Region Leadership Visit to Jackson and UUCJ.
Online Reflection Group: Lie Back into “Enough”
09/25/2019    
7:00 pm
Sometimes pausing to rest is a spiritual exercise in and of itself. We spend so much time chasing expectations, those of others and those we [...]
Reflection Group: Lie Back into “Enough”
09/29/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Sometimes pausing to rest is a spiritual exercise in and of itself. We spend so much time chasing expectations, those of others and those we [...]
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Packing Party
6 Sep 19
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7 Sep 19
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Monthly Potluck Luncheon
15 Sep 19
Jackson
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Jackson Youth Climate Strike
20 Sep 19
Jackson
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