Information for Visitors

Directions to UUCJ

	From I-55 take Exit 100: Northside Drive.
	Head west on Northside Drive (1.3 miles) to North State Street (3rd light).
	Turn right (north) on North State Street (0.5 miles).
	The Church is located on the right (east) side of the road.

 

The church is a wood shingle building on a tree covered lot. The entrance is easy to miss, so look for the maroon ENTER sign! We have two parking spaces in the front lot specifically for guests to use.

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We make a special effort to welcome newcomers to the church. Below is some information you might find useful as a first time visitor to the church. 

When Should I Arrive?

On Sundays, we generally open the buildings between 9:20-9:30 a.m. for Adult Forum. Between Forum and our worship service, we have about 30 minutes for casual conversation and coffee. Please make yourself a cup of coffee in the kitchen and join the conversation!

What Should I Wear?

We suggest you wear clothes that are comfortable. While you are certainly welcome to come in your finest suit or dress, you'll find the majority of our members dress in a weekend casual style.

Most of our children attend services in play clothes. Weather permitting, our children have time for outside play before and after services and often have art or craft projects. We do provide smocks and try to keep messes to a minimum, but accidents do happen on occasion.

Should I Bring Anything With Me?

Everything you will need for most services will be provided by the church. We occasionally have special services when we ask people to bring items (e.g., flowers, water from your vacation, or personal symbolic items). Check our Home Page to see when these special services are scheduled. Even if you don't have the item please come! We usually have extra items on hand for those who have forgotten or were unable to bring them.

We also hold a Pot Luck Lunch after services on the third Sunday of the month. Visitors are encouraged to attend these services without bringing food as we always have extra for Pot Luck!

Is There Childcare?

Childcare is available during Sunday services. See the Children's Religious Education Page for detailed information on children's programming currently offered during service. Please note, you are always welcome to keep your children of any age with you during service if you prefer.

How will I be Greeted?

We will make every effort to greet you as you arrive. We also encourage you to record your visit in our visitor's book and to make a name tag for yourself so we can get to know you. In the visitors book, you can sign up to receive our weekly e-mail newsletter.