October 1 - October 7, 2025

This Sunday at JUC - 9 & 11 am:

Let the Spirit Testify | Rev. Wendy Williams

At the heart of covenant is love. Not love alone, but love in relationship to all of our other values. How does this call us to center something larger?

Featured events you don't want to miss!

Muffins with the Ministry Team

Thursday, October 2 | 10 am | JUC members 70 or better are invited by the ministry team for connection and conversation.  Bring muffins to share!

Opening Night! First Friday Open Mic

THIS Friday, October 3 | 6 pm | Pizza & salad dinner starting at 6 pm ($5/person; $20/family suggested donation) followed by an evening of entertainment. 

Introducing Vespers: Mid-Week Worship

Wednesday, October 15 | 6 pm | Chapel | Dr. Baker and Rev. Wendy are collaborating on a time to be together that centers music, silence, poetry, and ritual on the first and third Wednesdays of each month.

Gender Workshop

Wednesday, October 15 | 6 - 7:30 pm | Hosted by the new Queer Social Justice Group, this is a time to talk about gender, pronouns, & transgender experiences. Teens may attend with parental permission.

We Are Parents Kick Off

Thursday, October 16 | 5:30 - 7:30 pm | Eat together & then enjoy some time just as parents; childcare is provided. Suggested donation for food is $20/family $5/individual.

JUC Fall Gather the Spirit Retreat - Don't miss it!

Friday - Sunday, October 17 - 19 | YMCA of the Rockies | This is coming up and you need to get a room reserved if you want to be there for the fun! Questions? Email Emily Bonadore.

Halloween Party

Saturday, October 25 | 5:30 - 8 pm | Join us for a spooky fun time at JUC for Halloween! We are also looking for help with set up, clean up, and everything in between. Sign up to help out or bring something today!

Litany of Names: Name Submissions Open

In early November, JUC will celebrate our annual Litany of Names, honoring members and loved ones who have passed in the previous year (November 2024- present). Use this form to submit your loved one’s name.

Deepen in relationship with people of all ages.

Holiday Market 2025: Vendor Application Open!

Want to sell your crafty wares in JUC’s annual Holiday Market on December 5-6? Sign up to ensure your creations are part of this year’s holiday fun!

Guatemala Fiesta 2025

Sunday, October 26 | 12:30 pm | Join returning travelers for a celebration of our Scholarship program, Scholarship students, and the end of our 2025 Social Justice Challenge.

Serve faithfully in our community and beyond.

Science Alone Can’t Beat Epidemics

Thursday, October 2 | 7 - 9 pm | Marci Sontag and Dan Matlock discuss why vaccinations work & the importance of broad advocacy.

Habitat for Humanity Pumpkin Patch

Friday, October 3 - Friday, October 31 Turn pumpkins into houses! Get more info & sign up to volunteer in Arvada or volunteer in Lakewood.

Stamped from the Beginning: Viewing and Talk Back

Saturday, October 4 | 2 - 4 pm | Join educator Katie Bradford for a viewing and discussion of the film "Stamped from the Beginning."

UUSC Support for the Vulnerable

Wednesday, October 8 | 6 - 7:30 pm | Contact: Gretchen May and June LeCrone

Faithful Resistance

Upcoming actions, resources, podcast episodes, and more.

Orientation: Visit a Local Business with KYR Info

Sunday, October 12 | 10:15 - 10:45 am | Learn about how to deliver KYR information to small businesses & receive materials.

The State of Homelessness in Jeffco

Sunday, October 12 | 12:30 - 1:30 pm | Receive an update on the unhoused population in Jeffco, along with planned response for severe weather shelter and volunteer opportunities.

Housing Costs & Jeffco's Workforce: Challenges and Solutions (Webinar)

Watch anytime - learn about how to be a part of housing solutions & clock one hour for the social justice challenge!

Abundant Harvest Table

Sundays | 10 am & 12 pm | Donations benefit our homeless ministries. Volunteer at the table on any Sunday from September 28 - October 19 to clock hours for the social justice challenge!

Missed the Jeffco School Board Forum?

Were you unable to attend the forum on Monday night? The recording is available online to watch at your convenience:

Answer the question of what it means to be UU.

UU Values & Covenants ONLINE Class

First Class: Monday, October 6 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Join Rev. Wendy & Beth Collard for an 8 week exploration of our UU values and covenants!

Qigong

Thursday, October 9 | 2 - 3 pm | Simple movements to keep your body & mind healthy.

Pronoun Workshop

Thursday, October 9 | 6:30 - 8 pm | Join J Harkins for a workshop all about pronouns!

Women's Group Pumpkin Carving

Saturday, October 11 | 6 - 8 pm | Carve pumpkins, roast seeds and discuss the origins of Halloween. Bring your own pumpkin & favorite Halloween foods if you can!

Tai Chi Contemplatives

Monday, October 13 | 5:30 - 6:30 pm | The form that we practice is called Tai Chi Chih, which is quite easy to learn, and very easy to join as a beginner. Contact: Jan Jahner

Mom's Group

Monday, October 20 | 6 - 8 pm | Annual kickoff meeting! We'll discuss the direction of the group for the year, choose meeting dates/locations, and more. Contact: Megan Duncan

Children's Choir Kick Off!

Thursday, October 23 | 6:15 - 7 pm | Come make a joyful noise with Laura and your friends at JUC! 

Faith Exploration Class Registration Open!

We come to church to grow our hearts! Opportunities for infants all the way up to 12th graders.

Click on each box to explore group events.

Pastoral Care: If you need to speak with a minister, email cares@jeffersonunitarian.org or call 720-CHURCH9 (720-248-7249). Learn more here.

IGNITE November Deadline

Monday, October 20 | 11 am | Submit an article by replying to this email, or emailing Ray Grosser.

Feeling Sick? Please Stay Home! Join us virtually for Sunday service- we look forward to seeing you again once you're healthy!

First Universalist Social Justice Film Series: The Fire Inside

Friday, October 3 | 6:30 pm | 4101 E. Hampden Ave | Watch this film about a teenager from Flint, Michigan, determined to make space for herself in the boxing ring. Bring snacks if you can.

A Journey Through Mental Health and Mountains

Tuesday, October 7 | 6:30-8:30 pm

Mines Campus, Friedhoff Hall (lower level of the Green Center). Free and open to the public with optional donation of $10. Sign up here.

CU Anschutz Multidisciplinary Center on Aging COAST-IT Program

Older adults: are you interested in participating in social connection phone calls with CU Anschutz students? Join the program to connect with a student for bi-monthly phone conversations throughout the academic year.