THIS SUNDAY

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 … read more.

UUJXN News

  • Transitions February 15, 2022
    Rev. Justin McCreary and the Board announced on February 2, 2022, that Rev. Justin will be leaving his ministry with us in August. We came to this mutual agreement as he has felt the pull for full-time ministry. This transition will be bittersweet for all of us, but we celebrate with Rev. Justin as he ...
  • Mary Margaret Morrison Bollinger 1947-2022 January 16, 2022
    We are saddened to announce the passing of our former member Mary Margaret Morrison Bollinger. Mary Margaret was a faithful member and elder of our church, who served and loved our community. She was a weekly attendee of Service and Forums sharing her compassion, joy, and laughter. While at UUCJ, Mary Margaret met and married ...
  • Make Your Time-Talent-Treasure Pledge for 2024 November 24, 2021
    This coming year we will be breaking ground on our renovations and building new connections within our members, friends, and larger community. We have already garnered generous support to enable our work to begin, but it will not be successful without YOU and your TIME, TALENTS, and TREASURE! Please make your pledge today to help our congregation ...

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, … read more.

(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 … read more.

Esther Newell

After not feeling fully embraced by several other denominations and paths, UUCJ offers me a place to celebrate my faith and values.

Eric Wood

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Medical Marijuana
07/28/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
According to the Marijuana Policy Project, Mississippi is one of the 23 states that have decriminalized personal use marijuana possession; however, data indicates that Mississippi’s marijuana [...]
28 Jul
07/28/2019    
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
The Transition Taskforce will meet this Sunday after service to discuss next steps.
RE Meeting and Demo
07/31/2019    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
All parents and those interested in volunteering for Religious Exploration are invited to this meeting where I’ll be sharing plans and presenting a demonstration of [...]
What Is IWOC? Unions In the Age of Mass Incarceration
08/04/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Guest speaker, Bezal Jupiter, will be talking about what Incarcerated Workers Organizing Committee is, why it is necessary, and some of the events the IWOC [...]
UUCJ Work Day
08/10/2019    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Please help as we prepare our new classroom spaces for our young children! We'll be cleaning the space and painting the rooms. A pizza lunch [...]
Alliance of Sustainable Farms, Part 2
08/11/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Guest speaker, D.J. Baker, will lead the second part of a discussion on sustainable farming and ecology. Originally from Edmond, OK, D.J. Baker came to [...]
August's Full Moon Celebration
The ritual will be outside in our beautiful green space, and potluck will be inside under the A/C. It is an open circle, and children [...]
UUCJ Work Day
08/17/2019    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Please help as we continue to prepare our new spaces for our congregation! We'll be cleaning the space and painting the rooms. A pizza lunch [...]
Song Circle Forum
08/18/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
We'll Rise Up Singing at the UUCJ Forum this Sunday at 9:30 a.m. All ages are welcome! It's very casual. Bring your voice (and your [...]
Song Circle Forum
08/18/2019    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
We'll Rise Up Singing at the UUCJ Forum this Sunday at 9:30 a.m. All ages are welcome! It's very casual. Bring your voice (and your [...]
Monthly Potluck Luncheon
08/18/2019    
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Bring your favorite dish to share!
Monthly LGBT and Community Potluck
08/22/2019    
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for our monthly Potluck dinner.
UUCJ Work Day
08/24/2019    
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
ALL HANDS ON DECK!! We will be meeting at the West Street property and dividing the work among those present. We will have some people [...]
UUCJ Work Day
08/31/2019    
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
ALL HANDS ON DECK FOR MOVING AND PREPARATION!! Our work day will include moving all but the final essentials from our North State Street location [...]
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Medical Marijuana
28 Jul 19
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28 Jul
28 Jul 19
Jackson
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RE Meeting and Demo
31 Jul 19
Jackson
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UUCJ Work Day
10 Aug 19
Jackson
Drum Circle
10 Aug 19
Jackson
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August's Full Moon Celebration
16 Aug 19
Jackson
Events on 08/17/2019
UUCJ Work Day
17 Aug 19
Jackson
Events on 08/18/2019
Song Circle Forum
18 Aug 19
Jackson
Song Circle Forum
18 Aug 19
Jackson
Monthly Potluck Luncheon
18 Aug 19
Jackson
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UUCJ Work Day
24 Aug 19
Jackson
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UUCJ Work Day
31 Aug 19
Jackson