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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 Caring Tree is the structure we use to co-create a mutual aid network of pastoral and parish care at JRUUC. We ask for help and we offer help, as part of building beloved community. This morning, in reflection and in ritual, we’ll explore what that means. 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?”

Loving only ourselves is escapism; loving only our opponents is self-loathing; loving only others is ineffective. All three practices together make love revolutionary, and revolutionary love can only be practiced in community.-- Valarie Kaur

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

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.

Upcoming Opportunities for Learning and Reflection with the 8th Principle Project Team

All the talk of anti-racism and white supremacy is bringing up a lot of feelings in many people. The book group for Me and White Supremacy will provide an opportunity to dig deeper into those feelings and gain insight. The intention of this supportive environment is to provide a safe place to discuss thoughts and feelings of guilt, confusion, and overwhelm and provide a path through to a more productive outlook on being an ally to BIPOC.

Book Discussion: Me and White Supremacy by Layla F. Saad - A 4-week series on Sundays at 1:00-3:00 pm, February 12 through March 5 Click for more info.

Open Discussion: “Building Our Racial Awareness” - Fourth Sundays of each month starting on February 26 - A monthly opportunity for conversation - Click for more info.

Rev. Karen and the 8th Principle Project Team are facilitating a number of activities in the near future to help us learn more and take actions to dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institution.

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 mutual 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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