The Scripture we were exploring in Bible Study on Thursday evening started bothering me last night and wouldn't let me sleep. It's liturgically part of the Palm Sunday story. But what started bothering me happens in between the Triumphal Entry and Jesus turning over the tables in the temple. Mark writes in Mark 11:11 that after the Triumphal Entry, "Jesus entered Jerusalem and went into the temple at night by himself and "looked around at everything, (καὶ περιβλεψάμενος πάντα-(kai periblepsamenos panta)" Fashion designer and artist Alessandro Michele writes, "There is something special about the beauty in the unclear, the ambiguity, the in-between that you can't totally recognize." Yes. And the Holy Spirit is also indicating that wrapped in the mystery and not knowing, there may be a lot more going on in this little in-between temple visit than meets the eye. Join us Sunday as we linger with Jesus on that night. I look forward to being with you for "Looking Around At Everything (καὶ περιβλεψάμενος πάντα): Recognizing the Mystery and Meaning In-Between." We will be sharing Holy Communion, so don't forget to bring your communion elements to worship. I look forward to being with you. -Rev. jeanne

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Scripture Seekers is finishing up a Bible Study on the Gospel of Mark. And we invite you to join (or rejoin) us!

The book we are using is: "Mark for Everyone" (The 20th Anniversary Edition) By N.T. (Tom) Wright. I'm sure "Books on B" would order it for you, or it is available at this link in paperback or e-book. There is also a larger print version floating around:  Mark for Everyone book by N. T. Wright, Mark Price: 9780664266387 

There are many in our nation who are really distorting the Christian scriptures, and teachings of Jesus beyond recognition right now. The stakes are very high. And as we navigate that, I think it important that we remain committed to rooting ourselves in the scriptures, and exploring what Jesus really said and taught during these challenging times.

I look forward to accompanying you on this journey. If you have any questions. Please let me know.  See you'all @5:30 

- With Infinite Love and Gratitude, Rev. Jeanne.

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We are a theologically progressive, open and affirming congregation. Our Bible Study reflects that. Your theological reflections are welcome. Your harm is not.

On the first Thursday of each month our Transitions group gathers on Zoom from 10:30-12:00. We provide a safe place- a circle of love, support, and wisdom for everyone who is in transition. Some of us are in places of not knowing about health and family issues, some are on cancer journeys, some have lost jobs, are having financial struggles, are grieving the loss of loved ones, or just trying to find the ground after the trauma of the pandemic. We have a covenant of confidentiality with one another and use poetry (Currently Jan Richardson's book "Blessings in times of Grief") as a container and talk about how the Divine is present and moving in our lives. And we do it  in a very ecumenical openhearted way- so no matter what your spiritual background (or not) you are welcome to join us. Rev. Jeanne leads this group and offers gentle group care and guidance for our conversations. Please contact us via the form on the contact page of the website if you are interested in attending or have questions.  We are grateful to have this ministry opportunity to offer the big-hearted journey support that is one of our core strengths at UCH.  

P.S. This is safe, welcoming space for lgbtqia+ folkx.   

Anne Lamott writes that "Holding on to resentment is like eating rat poison and waiting for the rat to die." It became obvious to me this week, and during our reflection time last week, that we were not done with Luke 15 and needed a part 3. (Our viewership on the live-stream also doubled -so a chord was being struck.)The oldest son resembles Ann Lamott's remark and definitely needs some more attention in this parable because he is resentful, exhausted, not seen, bereft of humility, and seething with irritation that the younger son hogs the light for better or worse in interpretations of this text. Join us this Sunday for a deeper visit with the older son in the parable and in us as we take on, "The Dangers in Becoming the Prodigal Oldest: Managing Resentment, Practicing Forgiveness, Cultivating Humility, and Finding Joy (chara: χαρά). I look forward to being with you for the surprise 3rd part of our conversation. -Rev. Jeanne

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The Healing Circle will meet on Monday, February 24 at 7:15 PM. I hope you can attend and, if you feel anxious, sad, and/or angry, please try to join in. Remember God’s healing we send to those entered into the circle is also for those who make up the circle. Come share in God’s grace, peace, and healing. Know it is in you always waiting to be called upon.

If you’re interested in finding out more about our Healing Circle, please go to our Blog page. If you’d like to join the next circle on Zoom, please email your request to slhly1@aol.com

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