UUJXN News

  • Steve Bollinger 1938 – 2021 February 10, 2021
    We are saddened to announce the passing of our former member Steve Bollinger. Steve attended UUCJ for many years and taught psychology at Jackson State University. He was a faithful member and elder of our church, who served on the Board, and was a weekly attendee of Service and Forums. His critical thought, passion, and ...
  • Request to Refrain from Counter-Protesting January 19, 2021
    Given the horrific violence in our nation’s capital last week, there is a real concern this violence might continue–not only in Washington, DC–but also in each state capital. The Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson has a long history of taking direct action to promote social justice; however, the leadership of UUCJ has joined with the UUA ...
  • Capital Building Fund Established: Building the Future December 13, 2020
    During the Fall Congregational Meeting, the UUCJ membership voted to establish a Capital Building Fund: Building the Future to support renovation of the West Street facilities and grounds! These funds will first be used to renovate Heffner Hall, our current meeting space on the corner of West and Hartfield Streets. The renovation planned will redesign a ...

Our Stories

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

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 … read more.

L. Patricia Ice

I was looking for a religiously liberal community where I would find support for living out my values without having to compromise my beliefs. I found that and so much more at UUCJ!

Stacy Callender

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JXN Community Garden Work Day
Join us for the weekly work day, weather permitting, at the JXN Community Garden located on the grounds of UUJXN! Learn more at: https://www.uujackson.org/justice/community-garden-and-water-ministry/ and [...]
UUJXN Midweek Vespers Online
05/31/2023    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson invites you to our Midweek Evening “Vespers” Online. While other churches consider Vespers a service of evening prayer, we will [...]
First Fridays Family Nights
06/02/2023    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us the first Friday of the month for family fun activities, including games and movies!    
Moms Demand Action: Wear Orange Weekend
06/03/2023    
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Join Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America for the annual Wear Orange weekend to honor those whose lives were taken by gun violence [...]
CUUPS Full Moon Meditation
06/03/2023    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Phoenix of the Grove chapter of CUUPS for a Full Moon Meditation. We will join together, set intention, raise energy, and have fellowship online [...]
JXN Community Garden Work Day
Join us for the weekly work day, weather permitting, at the JXN Community Garden located on the grounds of UUJXN! Learn more at: https://www.uujackson.org/justice/community-garden-and-water-ministry/ and [...]
UUJXN Midweek Vespers Online
06/07/2023    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson invites you to our Midweek Evening “Vespers” Online. While other churches consider Vespers a service of evening prayer, we will [...]
Ministry Council
The Ministry Council holds scheduled meetings on the second Saturday of every month at 9:00 am and special meetings throughout the year as needed. Please [...]
11 Jun
06/11/2023    
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
The summer biannual UUJXN Congregational Meeting will be held on June 11, 2023 at the church, after the service. Your attendance and participation is key [...]
JXN Community Garden Work Day
Join us for the weekly work day, weather permitting, at the JXN Community Garden located on the grounds of UUJXN! Learn more at: https://www.uujackson.org/justice/community-garden-and-water-ministry/ and [...]
Chalice Scribes
06/12/2023    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Writing is a long-loved path to personal insight, spiritual discernment and self-expression. By bringing the practice of writing to the exploration of our monthly themes, [...]
UUJXN Midweek Vespers Online
06/14/2023    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson invites you to our Midweek Evening “Vespers” Online. While other churches consider Vespers a service of evening prayer, we will [...]
CUUPS New Moon Meditation
06/17/2023    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Phoenix of the Grove chapter of CUUPS for a New Moon Meditation. We will join together, set intention, raise energy, and have fellowship online [...]
JXN Community Garden Work Day
Join us for the weekly work day, weather permitting, at the JXN Community Garden located on the grounds of UUJXN! Learn more at: https://www.uujackson.org/justice/community-garden-and-water-ministry/ and [...]
UUJXN Board Meeting
06/20/2023    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Board of Trustees holds scheduled meetings on the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm and special meetings throughout the year as needed. Please check [...]
UUJXN Midweek Vespers Online
06/21/2023    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson invites you to our Midweek Evening “Vespers” Online. While other churches consider Vespers a service of evening prayer, we will [...]
JXN Community Garden Work Day
Join us for the weekly work day, weather permitting, at the JXN Community Garden located on the grounds of UUJXN! Learn more at: https://www.uujackson.org/justice/community-garden-and-water-ministry/ and [...]
UUJXN Midweek Vespers Online
06/28/2023    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson invites you to our Midweek Evening “Vespers” Online. While other churches consider Vespers a service of evening prayer, we will [...]
30 Jun
NOTE: Due to the severe weather and power outages 6/16, this event has been rescheduled to 6/30! Wishing everyone safety and wholeness until then! Come [...]
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