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There’s a new email address for your submissions - please send them to news@jruuc.org by Tuesday at 10:00 pm.

The Article II Study Commission has submitted their draft revision to our UUA Bylaws, which includes changing our Principles and Sources to “Values and Covenant” and “Inspirations.” Their charge from the UUA Board of Trustees to do this work said “Our commitment to personal, institutional and cultural change rooted in anti-oppression, anti-racism, and multiculturalism values and practices is love in action, and should be centered in any revision of Article II.” This morning, we’ll explore how putting love at the center might impact us and our faith tradition. Link to service webpage

Our February Theme: The Path of Love

Our February theme invites us to explore the many ways love shows up in our lives, and how we show up in its name. In this space, you’ll find a new invitation into reflection on our monthly theme every week.

Check-in question: What might happen if you were to ask, “What would love do here?”

Even after all this time,  

the sun never says to the earth, 

“You owe me.”

Look what happens with a love like that.

It lights the whole sky.

-- Hafiz

Small Group Ministries

• Octavia’s Parables Reflection Group Sundays at 1:00-2:00 pm
• Journaling Group next meets Monday, 2/13/22 at 7:00 - contact Jean Skinner
• Meditation With Friends Group Wednesdays at 6:30-7:00 (Beginners Welcome)
• Sacred Breath Choir - Thursdays at 7:00 pm

Announcements & Upcoming Events

Board Listening Sessions - Save the Date

Virtual: Wed 01-Mar-2023 at 7:30 pm

In- person: Sun 05-Mar-2023 after service, 11:30 am

Join Your Worship and Music Team

We are continually looking for people to serve as Worship Associates and Tech Wizards.  We’ve simplified zoom hosting and it is now done in the sanctuary, along with audio-visual work!  Please email Rev. Karen with your interest or questions.

Healthcare is a Human Right Campaign!

Sign our petition to demand that the State Joint Finance Committee expand Medicaid and keep Wisconsin citizens covered!  WI PPC Healthcare is a Human RIght Petition

Save the Dates:

• February 9th Virtual Statewide Poor People’s Campaign meeting 7pm
• March 22nd Day of Action at the Capitol Rotunda

Want to know more, get involved or share your story? All are welcome. Contact Megan Barry

Ever Wanted to Help Others & Didn't Know How to Start?

Ever Wondered How to Talk to a Neighbor?

How Do We Build a New World Based on Community?

Find out more about these and other topics related to mutal aid by clicking here:

Madison’s Mutual Aid Network – Timebanking Basics, and “Tough Talks”

See our Justice and Community Update page for more information

New Purposes and Principles Drafted!

The Article II Study Commission has completed its two year study, and created a new draft of our Purposes and Principles! The Report to the UUA Board of Trustees from the Article II Study Commission (PDF) summarizes the revision process and contains the Study Commission's recommended revisions to Article II. Read here to see what happens next!

General Assembly is the annual gathering of Unitarian Universalists, where we conduct business of the Association, explore the theological underpinnings of our faith, and lean fully into our mission and principles. This is a great year to go, especially for first-timers! There will be exciting work done on the process of revising Article II of our Bylaws, worship is always wonderful, and it’s an amazing experience to be surrounded by thousands of UUs. Early bird registration ends on February 28, and there are many opportunities for financial support. Follow these links for general information, volunteer opportunities, other financial support, registration, and housing reservations.

More UUA Updates

Click the banner to learn what you can do to promote social justice along with our national organization.

 Abortion, Anti-Racism, Reparations, Restorative Justice, Medicare

Click the banner to learn how you can get involved in getting out the vote. 

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