Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney writes, "Sometimes we need help recognizing that our time has come. And I’m here to tell you that there will always be someone who will give you the push you need to take that first step, whether saints on earth or saints in heaven, whether the Holy Ghost or Mother Mary herself."  This Sunday (based on Jackie's wisdom in a recent sermon reflection time) we will explore John 2: 1-11, the story of the sign/miracle at the marriage feast in Cana. "The Mother of Jesus" who, in keeping with our fall "Overlooked" theme isn't named in the story. But she is the catalyst for this first quiet, relational, miracle. She pushes Jesus to act, and strikes me as especially qualified to do so because of who she is and who she knows him to be. Join us this Sunday for  Holy Timing, Relationship, Embodiment, and Signs (sémeion: σημεῖον): The Revealing (phaneroó φανερόω) Wisdom of “The Mother of Jesus” at Cana. I look forward to being with you on Zoom, and Live-Stream. -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.   

I mentioned last week that I had read an article posted on social media about time, and remembering, and quantum entanglement. (Yes. I'm a big old nerd). It has stayed with me this week, and here is a quote we'll start with this Sunday, "Groundbreaking quantum research has revealed a mind-bending truth: time might not flow in a straight line from past to future. Instead, it could fold onto itself, creating loops where the past, present, and future constantly interact… In other words, what happens now may ripple backward, influencing events that have already occurred at the quantum level."  (Quantum Discovery on Facebook)  

If this is true, it makes what we are doing Sunday- remembering our ancestors and lineages really important because we are literally healing the present and the past. So don't forget to bring your mementos and photos, and a story that is coming up for you to share. We are also going to continue our fall series by remembering and rebalancing the story of another unnamed woman from the First Testament: "The Witch of Endor."  What do you think of when you hear the word witch? Maybe you have seen a few small ones running around this Halloween weekend. Or maybe witch makes you think of witch trials, or something vaguely evil. The woman we will encounter in I Samuel is something altogether different. And her REAL story (sans bad translations and misogynistic preaching) needs to be told. Join us  Sunday for "Moving Us, Moving In Us, Rippling Backward: Rebalancing Our Legacies and the Legacy of the Ghost Master (Ba’alat בַּעֲלַת Ob אוֹב) of Endor."  I look forward to being with you for this incredible conversation that I promise you have never had before in church. -Rev. Jeanne 

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