The JUC Crier The Newsletter of the Jefferson Unitarian Church
14350 W. 32nd Avenue • Golden, Colorado 80401 • 303-279-5282 • Fax: 303-279-2535
March 17, 2014 • office@jeffersonunitarian.org • www.jeffersonunitarian.org • Volume 2014 Issue 6 Sunday, March 23 • 9:15 & 11 a.m. • Infant/toddler care provided.
Harvesting Life presented by Rev. Wendy Williams, Senior Minister
Could it be that living lives open to the holy is an essential part of living? Hymns such as When Our Heart Is in a Holy Place suggest there is benefit to living connected to the holy. Yet, what is it? And what if that word has never worked for us? And what has any of it got to do with the muck and mire of the here and now? Music: JUC Choir; Adam Revell, piano; Julia Wilson, vocals; Bill Mangham, guitar. Worship Associates: Steve Sargent, Bev Curtiss. Special Plate Collection: The Horse Protection League. See page 2 for details. 2 Explorations! 9:15 a.m. (M3/4) Climate Courage: Facing the Crisis without Going Crazy. Climate change is the biggest looming crisis
humanity faces, but because it is so threatening, many people refuse to even talk about it. Philosophy professor Maria Talero shows the magnitude of the issue in a way that leaves us feeling empowered and ready for action. Sponsored by the Green Committee: a subgroup of the Peace, Liberty & Justice Task Force.
Sunday, March 30 • 9:15 & 11 a.m. • Infant/toddler care provided.
Frolicking in Mystery presented by Rev. Robert Latham, former JUC Senior Minister
Our human world is plunging toward genocide. The only thing that can save us is a transforming message. And speaking such a saving message is the mission of religion. Do Unitarian Universalists have this message? I believe we do. Call it spirituality. Here are questions we will seek to answer about spirituality: What is it? Is it catching? What if I don’t want it? Can I embrace it whatever my current beliefs? What does it have to do with the principles that govern the universe? Is it so imperative it demands to be viewed as holy? Let us reason together. See Rev. Latham’s bio on page 2. Music: JUC Ringers; Rev. Keith Arnold, piano. Worship Associate: Rex Nelson. ☛ Looking ahead to… Sunday, April 6: Sex, Religion, Abortion and Justice presented by Rev. Rob Keithan, Director of Public Policy at the Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice. Music: JUC Choir; Adam Revell, piano. Worship Associate: Bev Curtiss. JUC Evergreen Campus
Sunday, April 6 • 4 p.m.
Big Ideas presented by Joe Stone
Saturday, April 26 • 5 to 9 p.m. Jefferson County Fairgrounds See page 2 for details!
The modern world faces some extraordinary challenges affecting all of us: Global economic disparity, an uncertain and dwindling energy supply and the specter of climate change, just to name a few. Explore what responsibility we have as global citizens and religious liberals in addressing and tackling these issues. Worship Coordinator: Nora Flood. Worship services held on first and third Sundays at 4 p.m. 28628 Buffalo Park Rd. (The church up the hill from the Evergreen library) Mountain UUs who wish to be informed about news regarding our Evergreen campus, please contact Sue Parilla, Dir. of Congregational Engagement (sueparilla@ jeffersonunitarian.org). 1
Special Plate Collection: Sunday, March 23
About the Rev. Robert T. Latham
The Horse Protection League The Horse Protection League (HPL) was founded with the purpose of offering loving care for equines that have suffered from abuse and neglect. Presently, HPL houses 25 horses and two donkeys. The animals come from owners who can no longer afford their care, from rescue centers, and from law enforcement personnel. They come to HPL because of human mistreatment and errors. They now serve as our teachers and loving companions. Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, school groups and church groups are provided hands-on opportunities to learn about horse care, grooming, animal behavior, and ranch life. By understanding the stories of the individual horses, the students become more aware that all life is to be respected, and that humans and animals are more connected than separate. Veterans who are dealing with PTSD gather at the HPL and relate to other veterans who have endured horrific war experiences. Many of our horses have experienced their own personal survival wars. The veterans and horses bond, and the healing for humans and animals has been visible and amazing. The mission of HPL is to assist animals and humans, to offer opportunities for the public to become educated via these equine ambassadors and, ultimately, to find each horse a loving home. Every dollar that is donated to HPL goes directly to provide food and shelter for the horses. You are invited to join our family of volunteers. Come visit this historic ranch! Our horses and donkeys want to meet you! Visit www. TheHorseProtectionLeague.com for more information.
Rev. Latham is a native Texan and grew up in the Southern Baptist tradition. He began preaching at the age of 13, was leading revival meetings in his mid-teens and was ordained at age 18. Robert has a BA from Baylor University in Waco, Texas, and two Master of Theology degrees. He discovered Unitarian Universalism and officially entered its professional ministry in 1969. Robert’s engagement as a minister has ranged from such varied experiences as a prolonged battle with the Ku Klux Klan in North Carolina during the 1960s and serving the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada districts as International Minister at Large in the 1980s. As a UU, he has been the settled minister in Davenport, IA, Ft Worth, TX, Milwaukee, WI, and here at JUC. He has been an Interim Minister in Plano, TX, San Francisco, CA, Oakland, CA, Princeton, NJ, Tucson, AZ, and Wilmington, DE. Robert is head of MYTHing Link Consulting, which provides services to liberal congregations and organizations (MythingLink.com). Robert’s published works consist of The Unitarian Universalist Extension Manual (1985), Moving On From Church Folly Lane (2006), A Tale of Boxes (2009) and a brochure entitled Lessons From Vietnam: Why Nothing Has Changed (2011).
Let’s have fun together and celebrate our community! Saturday, April 26 • 5 to 9 p.m.
Jefferson County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall Purchase tickets Sunday mornings in the commons, or contact Pat Emery (stardustpat@gmail.com; 303-748-1215). $10 per adult / $5 for all kids in one family / $5 for teens or students Can’t drive at night? We’ll arrange a ride for you! Contact Sara Kresse (303-526-4633; skresse@comcast.net) or Elaine Zerger (303-279-7459; elainezerger17@gmail.com). We’ll have yummy vittles and beverages ... Old Fashioned Barbecue by Stellar Catering, with vegetarian and special diets catered by Gilla Lachnitt. Specify your preferences when you buy your ticket. There will be a cash bar and fancy punch, as well as iced tea and lemonade. … and fabulous entertainment! Bounty Hunters, an original musical written and directed by Chris & Steef Sealy, will be performed by JUC’s talented singers, actors and dancers, including both adults and kids! … and activities for kids with the main events over by 8:15 p.m. … and of course, lots of time to hobnob with your fellows! Don’t miss this all-church event—remember to get your tickets by Sunday, April 20! 2
Opportunities for Adventure and Service in India
1 Visitors' Circle • 2nd & 4th Sundays
Worship Service and Presentation Tuesday, March 18 • 7 p.m. • sanctuary Have you ever wanted to travel to India? At this service and presentation, you’ll find out about opportunities for adventure and service. Derek Mitchell, Director of the Holdeen India Project, will share information about UU partners and talk about extended volunteering opportunities for those who wish to apply their professional skills in India. This project partners with organizations working with India’s most vulnerable groups as they seek to advance and promote equality. David Burrows & Rev. Keith Arnold, who traveled to India and worked at a girls’ school in 2011, organized and led presentations with Derek at the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) General Assembly in Phoenix, and they plan to return to India in 2015.
5 minutes after each service (Meet @ the Welcome Table)
For newcomers: an informal discussion to answer your questions about Unitarian Universalism and JUC. Next session: March 23.
1 Path to Membership
Saturday, April 26 • 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (chapel) Led by Membership Coordinator Annie Hedberg, this class is designed to familiarize those considering joining JUC with some of our staff, our diverse programs and activities, UU history and the responsibilities and benefits of membership. Sessions include child care and a light lunch. You may RSVP at the Sign Up Site or call the JUC office (303-279-5282). Please call Annie @ 303-279-7451 for more information on the joining process.
Meet Up at the Movies! Wed., March 19: Grapes of Wrath 2p.m. • Cinemark Theatre, 440 S. Teller St.
20s & 30s Group Discussion
Admission is $15/adults; $14/seniors; $13/children, and tickets can be purchased at the box office or online (fathomevents.com). No need to sign up: Just buy your ticket and meet other JUCers in the lobby at 1:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Belonging and Connection Group. If you would like to suggest a movie event, contact Rosie Lewis (303-562-5076).
Friday, March 21 • 7 to 8:30 p.m. • 1712 Rimrock St., Golden Please join us to reflect on JUC's theme for this month: What would it mean to live a life open to the holy? We'll serve coffee, tea, decaf and baked goods; bring other foods or beverages to share if you'd like. Contact: Tina & Martin Voelker (303-215-1110).
Family Ministry Ashley Johnson, Director of Religious Education (ashleyjohnson@jeffersonunitarian.org; 303-279-5282, x18)
Upcoming Children’s Worship Services for 1st-5th Grades Sunday, April 6 • 9:15 & 11 a.m.: Grace Saturday, May 3 • 4:30 p.m.: Beginnings and Endings Sunday, May 4 • 9:15 & 11 a.m.: Beginnings and Endings ✪ SOUPS ✪
Music for Children and Youth
(Support of UU Parents)
Final Project of the Year: Multi-Media Music Rehearsals begin Tuesday, April 1 Performances Sat., April 26 & Sun., May 18
2nd & 4th Mondays
We’ll explore the use of video and sound as we prepare songs and a video to share in the service on Sunday, May 18. Radiance Choir will also participate in the Spring Round-Up on April 26. Choirs are open to kids in K– 8th grade. Children's Choir (K–3rd) meets Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Radiance Choir (4th–8th) meets Tuesdays, 7 to 7:45 p.m. For more information or to sign up, contact Sarah Billerbeck, Director of Music for Children & Youth (billerbeck@comcast.net; 720-855-8584).
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9 to 11:30 a.m. (chapel) Need a break?! Could you use a break from parenting in a warm, supportive and creative atmosphere? Would you like to build friendships with other UU parents, learn new things and actually start and finish a craft project in one morning? It’s time to nurture yourself with… Support Of Unitarian ParentS (SOUPS)! Child care begins at 8:45 a.m. for babies to kindergartners, or older kids willing to be mentors. Monday, April 14: Child Safety. Contact: Lori Gray (303945-5873).
Call for Delegates
The Congregation as an Emotional System
UUA General Assembly: June 25–29 Providence, Rhode Island
Friday, April 18 • 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. First Universalist Church (4101 E. Hampden)
Rev. Nancy Bowen, District Executive of the Mountain Desert District (MDD), will lead a workshop exploring the factors that put congregations at risk for anxiety and conflict, principles for adopting new ways of dealing with stress and anxiety, and how spiritually and emotionally healthy leaders influence the emotional system. Originally offered to seminarians, the invitation has been expanded to include religious educators, musicians, ministers and lay people. RSVP to Kelly Dignan (kelly@firstuniversalist. org). Please bring a lunch for yourself. JUC contact: Debby Bower (303-748-9890; debbymbower@gmail.com).
General Assembly (GA) is the annual meeting of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA). Attendees worship, witness, learn, connect, and make policy for the Association through the democratic process. Anyone may attend. Over 3,000 UUs are expected. Church members may request to be a delegate to GA and participate in Rhode Island or as an off-site delegate, which requires attending local sessions. Early bird registration (a significant savings) ends April 30. To be considered as a delegate for JUC, submit your name to Sue Parilla, Director of Congregational Engagement (sueparilla@jeffersonunitarian.org), by April 14. Delegates are nominated by Program Council to the Board of Trustees. Our Boulder Denver Cluster will host off-site delegates who would attend General Assembly via live streamed events. Visit www.uua.org/ga/index.shtml for further information about General Assembly.
Welcome JUC’s Newest Members! 2 Belinda Beal lives with partner Dennis Posluszny in Golden. She works in Mental Health for the State of Colorado. Her hobbies include gardening, Iyengar Yoga, running and hiking.
2 Jennifer Earle is retired and lives in Lakewood. Her interests include needlecraft hand work, quilting and history. 2 Pam King works with the Colorado Department of Agriculture as a Plant Industry Inspector. Her interests and hobbies include nature, biological sciences, horse riding, dancing, reading, gardening, peaceful co-existence, philosophical discussions, social/environmental justice and hiking. Pam lives in Wheat Ridge.
2 Rob & Sarah Billerbeck reside in Lakewood with children Hannah (12), Luke (9) and Cassie (7). Rob is employed by the National Park Service as a Planner/Biologist and his interests include hiking, biking, skiing, rock climbing and camping. Sarah works at JUC as the Director of Music for Children & Youth and teaches music at Stanley British Primary School. She is a passionate advocate for inclusive education and enjoys camping, traveling, spending time with her family and singing with The Love Notes.
2 Patty Kyle was formerly a member of JUC and also the Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington, Indiana. Patty lives in Broomfield and is on the faculty at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Her interests and hobbies include hiking, cycling, nutrition and health.
2 Jay Darnell & Vanessa Luxen were previously members at First Universalist, Denver. They live in Arvada with daughter Stella (2). Vanessa works with people with hearing loss and is interested in working with kids, reading, art museums, social justice, cooking and baking. Jay is a Web Developer for Adams 12 Five Star Schools, and his interests include documentary films, science education, digital illustration, web design, responsible eating, green power, space exploration, astronomy, reading, museums and craft beer.
2 Nancy Metzler is retired and lives with her husband Dan in Evergreen. Nancy enjoys skiing, hiking, reading and quilting.
2 Eric & Brenna Vaughn live in Evergreen with their children Emerson (4) and Thatcher (2). Eric is an Electrical Engineer and Brenna works with non-profits. Their interests include biking, hiking, travel and family.
2 Barbara & Ernie Werren previously attended the UU Fellowship in Summit County. Both are retired and list among their interests travel and photography, skiing, biking, hiking and volunteering at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and the Lakewood Cultural Center.
2 Sarah Davidon has attended JUC for 10 years and was previously a member. She lives in Indian Hills with her two children, Molly (6) and Jack (5). Sarah is on the faculty of University of Colorado School of Medicine and her interests include civil liberties issues and social and civic responsibility.
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2 Allison Windes resides in Wheat Ridge with her husband Conner and her daughter Madeline (5). Allison is a nurse at the University of Colorado Hospital and she enjoys reading, hiking, camping and skiing.
For general information on SRC Task Forces and their goals, visit jeffersonunitarian.org/src. JUST NEIGHBORING
. . . Peace, Liberty & Justice Task Force (PL&J TF) . . .
http://jeffersonunitarian.org/All-Church-Project
Peace, Liberty & Justice Task Force meets 2nd Sundays at 12:30 p.m.
Math Tutors Needed at Jefferson High School
All are welcome!
Students are available for tutoring at various times during the day, Monday through Friday. The tutoring coordinator is Carol Carpenter (ccarpent@jeffco.k112.co.us; 303-982-6056). For general information, contact Judy Douglass (303-232-1142; bjdouglass@gmail.com). Jefferson HS is a Title One school in Edgewater at 2305 Pierce. Many students are struggling with issues of poverty and immigration. Your help is greatly appreciated!
Water Ethics for the West: Q&A and Documentary
Thursday, March 20 • 6:30 p.m. (sanctuary) Watershed expert Dave Holm talks about restoring lands, improving water quality and establishing healthy habitats in our Clear Creak watershed. Q&A will be followed by Robert Redford’s documentary Watershed: Exploring a New Water Ethic for the New West. This begins a new monthly speaker series at JUC, sponsored by the Peace, Liberty & Justice Task Force’s Green Committee, Golden Earth Days, and Colorado Renewable Energy Society’s new Jeffco chapter. Contact: Martin Voelker (303-215-1110; mv@martinvoelker.com).
. . Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) Task Force . .
Justice and Reparations for the Rio Negro/Chixoy Dam Massacres
Workshop: Climate Courage – Facing this Crisis Without Going Crazy
with Nathan Einbinder, founder, Rio Negro Project • Aug. 3–10 Thirty days after the approval of the US Appropriations bill 2014, the government of Guatemala has made no credible steps towards implementation of the plan of reparations for the communities affected by the construction of the Chixoy hydroelectric dam! –Juan De Dios Garcia Are you interested in visiting and learning about the area our scholarship students and from and where we have initiated a sewing project? The delegation will meet with human rights, development and environmental experts and activists and spend time in Guatemala City, Pacux and Rio Negro. The cost of the trip (not including airfare) is $700. For more information and to see a short video about the Chixoy Dam, contact Margie Robinson (mcrobins@jeffco.k12.co.us).
Sat., March 29 • 2 to 5 p.m. (chapel) Building on the Explorations! session held on Sunday, March 23, this workshop has one central goal: to strengthen our shared understanding of the imminent climate crisis in a way that leaves us feeling empowered and ready for action. Facilitator Maria Talero, Ph.D., is a philosophy professor and climate educator. Plan to stay after the session to socialize over a bowl of organic soup (vegan, gluten free). Please invite friends from your community. RSVP appreciated: Martin Voelker (303-215-1110; climate courage@gmx.com). Sponsored by the PL&J Task Force’s Green Committee.
Jeffco5 is Sponsored by the PL&J Task Force
Upcoming Events:
Jeffco5 continues to ask for signatures from those who believe the voters should decide the issue of moving to a 5 member board of county commissioners! We also need to get over 500 more petitions into circulation. The deadline to collect 25,000 signatures is June 15. Jeffco 5 will have a table in the commons on April 13 and May 18. Contact: Karen Oxman (303-913-9827).
Sun., April 13: Explorations! Defending Environmental Rights in Guatemala with Rob Robinson and Stephanie Wells. April 27: Guatemala Connections. Sandy Hoyman will
Art in the Sanctuary: March A sampling of Colorado photographer Peter Steele’s Passion Scars body of work: a documentation of carvings in aspen trees, messages of peace, love and happiness, along with his nature and landscape photography. Peter has hiked hundreds of miles of trails from Steamboat Springs to Telluride in search of aspen graffiti for this series. He will also include some of his nature landscape images that capture the few moments of magical light we sometimes see at sunrise and sunset. Peter lives and works in Lafayette, Colorado. 5
Pastoral Care
To find out more about JUC’s Lifespan Education and Adult Programs, visit jeffersonunitarian.org and click LEAP under the Programs tab. Sign up for classes at the Sign Up Site or by calling the church office (303-279-5282). Contact: Patti Coe-Withington (303-596-1130), LEAP facilitator.
How JUCers Care for Each Other
We Hold in Our Hearts… ❦ Anne Kotch and her family, as Anne’s husband Alex Kotch died March 8;
New/Upcoming LEAP Classes
❦ Sandy Sugerman & Jeff Cox, as they mourn the death of Sandy’s uncle, Bob, from Akron, OH, who died March 7;
✻ Parents (and Other Adults) as Spiritual Guides • 6 Sundays beginning March 23 • 9:15 a.m. Ashley Johnson, Director of Religious Education (303279-5282; ashleyjohnson@jeffersonunitarian.org), Pam Bond, Auntie and Sunday School Teacher (303-238-4743; pbond830@gmail.com) In this class, we hope to help each other make a covenant with the children in our lives to be their companions (and companion each other) on a magnificent journey in which they (and we) can know the meaning of transcendence – literally the act of climbing over – going beyond real or imagined limits or boundaries. Using such topics as Wonder, Courage, Justice and Faith, we will ponder what it means to live our spirituality within our faith tradition. Materials for this class were developed by UU authors Roberta & Christopher Nelson.
❦ Lukasz & Judith Galecki as their daughter Fiona has been in the hospital with a viral respiratory infection; ❦ Linda Grantham, whose mother, Nancy Johnson-Kerwin, passed away earlier this month in Albuquerque; ❦ Al & Nancy White, and their daughter-in-law, Kelly Keefer, as Kelly had emergency surgery and is recovering in the hospital; ❦ Jay Wilsey and his family, as Jay’s father, John Wilsey, died on March 11. John was almost 90 years old; ❦ Ann-Marie & Philippe Marquis and their family as they struggle with the difficult news that their 13 year old niece died on March 12; ❦ Daryl Nickel, who will undergo lung surgery on March 25.
✻ Ongoing Group: UU Liberal Christians • 1st & 3rd Tuesdays • 7 p.m. March 18: Afterwords. What happens when we die? Author Dave Morgan will present fascinating insights from his interviews with 75 everyday people about the afterlife, highlighted in his book Afterwords. Books will be available for purchase.
We Celebrate with… ❦ Kati Petersburg, on the birth of her son Stuart Leland Beck, born on February 5; ❦ Jace Pivonka (son of Andrea Aikin), who will compete as part of the USA Junior F1B team at an international level, flying huge rubber band powered airplanes in Romania in August.
✻ Ongoing Group: Spiritual Healing through Energy Work, Sound and Shamanic Meditation Saturdays, April 5, May 3, June 14 • 10 to 11:30 a.m. 6620 Quitman Ct., Arvada David Burrows (heartflute@yahoo.com; 303-522-6947), Joyce Barrett (joycebarrett@comcast.net) Meditation, centering, chanting, singing and the practice of energy healing, including hands-on healing, with healing practitioners who are interested in being of service through sharing their skills free of charge. Those without experience in energy-based healing are welcome to attend and receive instruction. Healing sessions are offered by request, either inperson or remotely. Professional ethical guidelines are followed in the practice of healing by group members. Small group ministry for those interested in metaphysical, intuitive, spiritual practices, including training in energy-based healing work. Healing Touch, Reiki and similar, compatible forms of hands-on energy healing, i.e., Pranic Healing, Chi Healing are utilized, as well as Shamanic style healing ritual and meditation. Often we will share a meal after the meeting.
., Covenant Groups We still have space for you in a Monday afternoon (1 p.m.) or Thursday evening (7 p.m.) covenant group, or you can join a wait list for other times. Many JUC members and friends say the way they really started feeling at home here was by joining a Covenant Group. These gatherings provide an opportunity to connect with others while learning more about ourselves. See how your own spirituality grows, along with the personal relationships you’ll form within your group. Visit the Covenant Group table in the south commons today or contact Carol Kalmes (303-423-1079; carolkalmes@ comcast.net). Interested in a Mountain Area Covenant Group? Contact Sue Parilla (sueparilla@jeffersonunitarian.org; 303-279-5282). 6
Lifespan Education and Adult Programs Groups on this page meet on a regular basis and welcome new members. Meeting locations are posted in the common areas of both church buildings.
Ongoing Groups Blue Mountain Meditation Group
1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Annie & John Hedberg (303-279-7451) For those practicing Eknath Easwaran’s EightPoint Program for living a spiritual life in the everyday world. If you wish to join without the introductory course, read Passage Meditation by Easwaran and meditate 30 minutes daily for a month. Buddhist Sangha Service
1st & 3rd Sundays, 5 p.m. Doug Anderson (dca-crm@ hotmail.com) The Buddha was a highly unorthodox person. His teachings are not sets of dogma but rather propositions for people to investigate and validate for themselves. This meditation service is open to all: no experience necessary. Charla!
2nd & 4th Sundays, 5 p.m. Carol Drew (303-422-5977) Discuss important topics in Spanish. Intermediate level recommended. Covenant of UU Pagans (CUUPS)
2 Thursdays, 7 p.m. Mari Cowley (303-420-4139) nd
Dream Study
2nd and 4th Mondays, 9:15 a.m. Marie Schottler (303-278-8035; mschottler@ comcast.net) Based on the writings of Jeremy Taylor, this is a gentle group process in which questions are asked of the dreamer leading to an aha! about his or her own dream. Newcomers welcome; please call before attending. Great Books Discussion Group
2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Dona Chilcoat (303-989-6945) Based on the idea that by reading from the great books of our civilization and discussing them with others, sharing insights and questions, you can reach a fuller understanding of these works than you could on your own.
Issues in Aging
Slow Soup Group
4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Valerie Stone (vestone@gmail.com; 303-6698528) Mar. 24: The Nerdy Neuroscience of Aging: Stroke, Vascular Dementia, & Alzheimer’s Part 1 Information and education on issues related to healthy aging and dementia, to include lectures, panels, and discussion.
4th Sundays, 12:30 p.m. Gilla Lachnitt (303-216-9674; lachnittg@ gmail.com), Carol Kolesnikoff (303-588-9198; eatingethically@gmail.com) We’ll prepare soups together to take home and to donate. Co-sponsored by LEAP and the Eating Ethically Task Force.
JUC Knitters
3rd Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. Lev Ropes (303-278-0177; levropes@comcast.net) A gathering to foster the traditional, oral art of storytelling for adults. Tell a well polished story for fun, or a story that you’d like to polish up in front of a most forgiving and friendly audience. Receive help from other tellers, or show up as a listener. All are welcome.
3 Fridays, 7 p.m. in members' homes Jean Decker (303-274-9872; jeandteach@Q.com) All knitters and crocheters are invited to join in making hats and blankets for Denver Health. rd
Memoirs
3rd Sundays, 7 p.m. Len Wheeler (303-467-3342; lenkt@earthlink.net) We’re gentle, we laugh, and we’re serious about commenting on ways to improve our nonfiction writing. No prior experience is needed. Non-Violent Communication
2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m. Dindy Fuller (720-402-4099) Anyone who has previously taken NVC training is eligible to participate. A great way to practice and improve your skills. Poetry as a Spiritual Practice
1 & 3 Thursdays, 7 p.m. Julie Excell (julieexcell@gmail.com; 541-778-4724) Explore poetry as an art form and a spiritual practice through appreciation of the work of master poets, and through writing and sharing your own poetry. st
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Quuilters' Group
1st Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon Jean Decker (303-274-9872; jeandteach@Q.com) Newcomers welcome! Call for mtg. details. Retirees' Brown Bag Lunch
1st Fridays, 11:30 a.m. Contact: Betty Halladay (303-274-9144) Next meeting: April 4. Roving Readers
4th Sundays, 12:30 p.m. Mike Foster (303-456-2647) Open to anyone who reads the monthly selection. Books selected by group participants. March 23: Any book by Willa Cather Science and Spirit
4th Sundays, 12:30 p.m. Joe Kraus (swish@nuthingbut.net) Discuss recent discoveries and wonder together. http://jucscienceandspirit.wordpress.com 7
Story Circle
Thin Air: A Musical Ensemble
Tuesdays, 1 p.m. Margaret Bakker (303-986-0769) An informal group of folks who wish to keep up their musical skills as well as have fun. We have been playing together for 15 years and our repertoire consists of traditional, folk, instrumental and vocal music. Please call for more details. UU Liberal Christians
1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Sara Lohaus (pslohaus@comcast.net; 303432-3149) Connect with Christianity from a fresh, openminded perspective. UU Piecemakers
3rd Fridays, 9:30 a.m. (members' homes) Edna Mae Miller (303-989-4793) Work on personal projects as well as quilts donated to charities selected by the group. VAGUE: Visual Artists Group of Unitarians Extraordinaire!
3rd Fridays, 2 p.m. Emily Townsend (emily.townsend@gmail.com) Work on visual journals and learn some new techniques; bring a blank book and all other materials will be provided. We work in silence after a short demonstration, so please arrive by 2. Drop-ins are welcome, but please e-mail Emily first so we have supplies for everyone. Walking Together
2nd Mondays, 7 p.m. (Crown Hill Park) Tim Brungardt (call JUC office for info) Take a leisurely walk near JUC to learn about fellow JUCers and have friendly conversation without the distractions we encounter during coffee hour, group meetings, shared meals, or while caring for children. All generations and abilities are welcome.
Office Hours
Monday – Friday • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday – Thursday • 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday • 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Rev. Wendy Williams, Senior Minister
Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Rev. Keith Arnold, Minister of Music Tuesday–Friday • 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Rev. Dana Lightsey, Consulting Assistant Minister
Tuesday–Friday • 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Ashley Johnson, Director of Religious Education
Monday–Thursday • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday Morning Announcements
To have an announcement made about your church activity, call the corresponding Worship Associate no later than the prior Friday at noon. • March 23 Bev Curtiss @ 303-250-7202 • March 30 Rex Nelson @ 303-980-1339 • April 6 Bev Curtiss @ 303-250-7202
Weekly Attendance Mar. 9 9:15 86 RE: 24 (9 adults) 11 139 RE: 50 (17 adults) Mar. 16 9:15 247 RE: 10 (3 adults) 11 283 RE: 4 (2 adults) Evergreen 4 39 RE: 8 (4 adults)
The JUC Crier This bi-weekly newsletter of the Jefferson Unitarian Church is delivered electronically to all members and pledging friends. First class mail delivery is available upon request to the church office (303-279-5282; office@ jeffersonunitarian.org). Upon request, visitors may be added to the email list or receive four (4) complimentary issues, after which they may continue receiving the newsletter by notifying the church office. E-mail ronabradley@ jeffersonunitarian.org to submit an article. Editor: Rona Bradley Next deadline: 3 p.m., Wed., March 26 Next publication date: Mon., March 31
Calendar of Activities
(extended calendar available online at jeffersonunitarian.org) Tues., March 18 Wed., March 19 Thurs., March 20 Fri., March 21 Sat., March 22
1:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 6:15pm 7:30pm 8:00am 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 2:00pm 6:00pm 9:00am 9:00am 10:30am
LEAP: Thin Air (Priestley rm.) LEAP Group mtg. (M1/2) LEAP: Story Circle (R6/7) Holdeen India Presentation (sanc.) LEAP: UU Liberal Christians (chapel) LNC (R3/4) JUC Ringers (Priestley rm.) JUC Choir (sanc.) Volunteer Connections mtg. (M3/4) PL&J Green Committee movie (sanc., comm., kit.) Covenant Group: Blackwell-Haas (Mitchell rm.) LEAP: Poetry as a Spiritual Practice (M3/4) SRC Meeting (M1/2) LEAP: Blue Mountain Meditation Group (chapel) LEAP: VAGUE Art Journaling (R6/7) LEAP: CUUPS Ostara (chapel) EETF: Nourishing Connections (so. commons,kit., R1/2) Celebration Gala Musical Rehearsal (sanc.) Handbell rehearsal (Priestley rm.)
Sunday, March 23 Mon., March 24 Tues., March 25 Wed., March 26 Thurs., March 27 Fri., March 28 Sat., March 29
9:15/11am Sunday Service: Harvesting Life w/Wendy Williams 9:15am Explorations! Climate Courage (M3/4) 9:30am LEAP: Adults as Spiritual Guides (M1/2) 12:15pm Young Adult Ministry mtg. (M3/4) 12:30pm EETF: Slow Soup Group (kit.) 12:30pm LEAP: Roving Readers (R3/4) 12:30pm LEAP: Science and Spirit (R6/7) 12:30pm MMG: JUC Choir Spring Luncheon (Mills bldg.) 1:00pm LEAP: CUUPS Children’s Circle Ostara (chapel) 5:00pm LEAP: ¡Charla! (M3/4) 9:15am LEAP: Dream Study (M5) 7:00pm Financial Futures Team (M1/2) 7:00pm LEAP: Issues in Aging (chapel) 7:30pm LEAP: Great Books Discussion Group (M3/4) 1:00pm LEAP: Thin Air (Priestley rm.) 5:00pm PL&J Task Force (M3/4) 6:30pm Worship Group: Evensong service (chapel) 7:00pm Men’s Group w/Bishop (Mitchell rm.) 3:00pm Newsletter Deadline 6:15pm JUC Ringers (Priestley rm.) 7:30pm JUC Choir (sanc.) 6:00pm Business Council mtg. (M3/4) 7:00pm Covenant Group: Blackwell-Haas (R6/7) 7:00pm LEAP: Non-Violent Communication (Mitchell rm.) 7:00pm Strategic Planning (M1/2) 6:00pm LEAP: CUUPS Drum Circle (chapel) 6:30pm PL&J: Green Committee Movie - Bidder 70 (R6/7) 9:00am Celebration Gala Musical Rehearsal (sanc.) 10:30am Handbell rehearsal (Priestley rm.) 2:00pm PL&J Green Committee Workshop (chapel)
Sun., March 30 9:15/11am Sunday Service: Frolicking in Mystery w/Robert Latham 9:30am LEAP: Adults as Spiritual Guides (M1/2) 12:30pm LEAP Retreat (R6/7) Mon., March 31 6:30pm Executive Committee of the Board (M5) Tuesday, April 1 1:00pm LEAP: Thin Air (Priestley rm.) 8