May 13, 2026 - May 19, 2026 | | | |
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This Sunday at JUC - 10 am ONLY:
Celebration of JUC | Rev. Wendy Williams
Let's celebrate & reflect on who we were as Jefferson Unitarian Church, as we move into our new name. Bring whatever represents your fondest memories of JUC for our altar, so we can celebrate who we've been as a community!
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Congregational Meeting
Sunday, May 17 | 11:30 am | Join the Board & staff to hear how we'll move into our new name, meet members stepping into leadership, and review the 2026-27 budget proposal. Voting will open to confirm nominated lay leadership & budget. Childcare will be provided. Watch online.
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Liberation Theologies for Our Times
Sundays, May 24, May 31, & June 7 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | Unitarians, Universalists & Unitarian Universalists have always worked for liberation! Join Rev. Jen in learning about liberation theologies that have informed that work.
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Concert with Amelia Carson
Sunday, May 24 | 1:00 pm | A soprano & current student at the Cleveland Institute of Music, Amelia presents an afternoon of song in gratitude to the JUC community, where she grew up & first found encouragement in music. This program is a celebration of artistry, gratitude, and the community that helped shape her musical journey.
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Take the Pastoral Care Survey!
Your pastoral care (soon to be Common Care) coordinating team wants to know more about the spiritual & physical needs you perceive in our community. Fill out our survey to help us discern how we can further minister to one another.
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Muffins with the Ministry Team
Thursday, June 4 | 10 am - 12 pm | JUC members 70 or better are invited by the ministry team for connection, and conversation. We’ll spend time getting to know each other, discussing the monthly theme, and breaking into small groups for deeper conversations. Bring muffins to share!
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New Here
Sunday, June 7 | 11:30 am | Discover the welcoming spirit of JUC! This class helps you understand the heart and soul of our community. New Here is required for becoming a member. This class will not have childcare.
| | | | The 2026 Auction is over, but you can still join a fun event! Get tickets using the buttons below. | | |
K-Pop Demon Hunters Sing-along
Friday, May 15 | 6 pm | $10 | Emily and Laura will host! Sing & dance along with the movie, and enjoy some Korean snacks and drinks! Seen the movie? Great. Haven't seen it? Also great. Expect high drama, catchy songs, iconic dance moves, and a whole lot of fun.
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Art/Junk Journaling with Tara
Saturday, May 23 | 12 pm | $15 | Learn how to incorporate art & pieces of your day (stickers, leaves, receipts, doodles, etc.) to make journaling a joyful regular practice in your life. Bring your journal; supplies will be provided along with a few extra journals if you don't have one.
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Colorado Trail Picnic Lunch & Trail Maintenance
Saturday, June 6 | 7:30 am | $20 | Help take care of our beautiful Colorado mountain trails and have fun doing it! Spend a delightful day doing maintenance on the Colorado Trail at Kenosha Pass. We will feed you a marvelous gourmet picnic lunch. All ages and abilities welcome. Kids welcome.
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UUUG Role Playing
Saturday, May 30 | 3 - 7 pm | This group uses tabletop roleplaying games to build community, exercise creativity, and celebrate their unique voice. No prior experience is necessary.
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Family Board Game Night & Potluck
Friday, June 12 | 5 - 8 pm | A chance to connect & have a little fun! Bring your favorite board games or card games, and bring a dish to share!
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Pride Party!
Saturday, June 20 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | Join us for a potluck brunch celebrating pride & community! Open to members, friends & family of all ages. Come dressed in family-friendly pride attire, or as your favorite LGBTQ+ icon.
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Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Half-Days
Friday, May 15 | 8:30 am - 12 pm & Wednesday, May 27 | 7:50 am - 12 pm | Our church has been given 2 half-day volunteer opportunities that we are trying to fill. These dates are reserved specifically for JUC. Contact Ken or Julie Andrus with any questions!
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Bill Breakdown with the Social Justice Teams
Sunday, May 24 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm | Come join the Queer Social Justice Team and our other Justice Teams for information about issues at the State and Federal Legislatures. There will also be time to reach out to elected officials on issues you care about.
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Housing Brunch
Saturday, June 6 | 10 am - 12 pm | Join our housing justice teams AND our immigration support team to celebrate the victories of the past three months, discuss the intersection of housing and immigration justice, and learn what's coming up!
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Allies in Action II
Sunday, June 14 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | We'll present a range of opportunities to engage in action: direct outreach, policy change & neighborhood groups to set up lines of communication to better respond to emergencies. We'll use our map to connect neighbors and build on the groups that are already forming.
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Being an Elder
Thursday, May 14 | 10 am - 12 pm | A support group for members & friends who are in their 70s, 80s, 90s, or beyond. This is a supportive environment to help each other deal with the very real challenges of life as we age.
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Mindfulness Meditation: Sunday Evening Time Change
Sunday, May 17 | 9 - 10 am in-person | 7 - 8:15 pm online | The Mindfulness Meditation group is meeting every Sunday to meditate together and discuss a mindfulness-related theme. Online meeting link.
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Charla
Sunday, May 24 | 3 - 4:30 | Whether you're a beginner or a fluent speaker, come enjoy conversational practice while exploring rich traditions & culture in the Spanish-speaking world. No matter your level, there's a seat for you at the table. Come for the language, stay for the friendship!
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Women's Group
Monday, June 1 | 6 - 8 pm | A space for people of all ages who identify as women. Come together to foster community, support one another, and embrace our UU values. Bring a snack to share!
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Caregiver Support Group
Friday, June 12 | 1 - 2:30 pm | JUC is offering a deeply nurturing Caregiver Support Group. Join us to connect in a loving and safe community. Exchange resources, personal experiences, reduce feelings of isolation all in a confidential setting. Contact: Katie Wheeler (720-324-6174)
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Braver Conversations
Sunday, June 14 | 11:30 am - 1 pm | Through practicing Nonviolent Communication together, we will nurture heart-to-heart connection, speaking your truth with compassion & fostering belonging across differences.
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Summer MUUsic & Arts Camp
August 10 - 14 | 9 am - 3 pm | Our annual Children’s Music Service & Summer Camp have joined forces! Children & youth will present our Children’s Music Service on August 16 after a week of learning & rehearsing our program. Singing, acting & dancing optional. We'll have plenty of opportunities for everyone!
| | | | | 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. | | Scams and Spam: Please ignore any "church" emails asking for information, money or gift cards. If you ever have a question about an email, call Carol at 303-279-5282 x 708. | | Publicity notice: Photos and videos taken at church events may be posted on our website and social media channels. Contact ray@jeffersonunitarian.org with concerns and questions. | | |
IGNITE June Deadline
Monday, May 18 | 11 am | Submit an article by replying to this email, or emailing Ray Grosser.
| | Overflow Parking at Maple Grove Park: Please don't block our fire lanes & dumpsters! You can park at Maple Grove Park (about a half-block west) when our lot is full. | | Feeling Sick? Please Stay Home! Join us virtually for Sunday service- we look forward to seeing you again once you're healthy! | | |
Sippin' on Facts: the CO Ballot Breakdown
Saturdays, May 23 & 30 | 10 am - 12 pm | The Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition (CCJRC) is holding a series of events to discuss facts about the fentanyl ballot measure, as well as other measures to look out for in November. Click below for dates, times, locations & more info.
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Their Story Now: Immigrants, Refugees, Asylees
Sunday, May 24 | 4 pm | Presented at Jefferson Unitarian Church by Natalie Impraim, Advocacy Coordinator for the Refugee Coalition of Colorado, and Oliver Fon, a refugee & storyteller from Cameroon. The program is sponsored by Jefferson Humanists. Drinks, light food and socializing after the program.
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Let's Ramp up our UU Activism!
Thursday, May 28 | 6:30 - 8 pm | online | Calling all activists & people of goodwill! Rev. Lydia Ferrante-Roseberry and Rev. Ruth Rinehart are bringing UUs from across the state together to dream, plan and act together as a UU Statewide Action Network.
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Summer FUUN Camp at First Universalist
Monday, June 22 - Friday, June 26 | 8:30am - 3:30pm | The theme this year is "Where the Compass Leads." Camp days include play, creativity, reflection, and community-building. Together, we’ll discover what guides us and how we live our values in action.
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