TJ is priceless to me because of the thought provoking sermons, delightful people who share a thirst for knowledge and rely on many sources of inspiration. Also, I really like the classical piano music. For me, with a Quaker silent meeting and a UU background in childhood and youth, I find the music followed by … Continue reading Member Spotlight: Dennis N
July 2019- 100th Birthday Celebration To Wanda and Diana: Besides the food last night, which was excellent, attendees talked mostly about how great the two women caterers were — being so attentive, gathering all the decorations and leftovers, etc. Jane and I explained (proudly) “they were church people.” Thanks for making it a very special … Continue reading 100th Birthday Celebration
5 Main Approaches to Taking Action These offer a variety of ways to be involved and are key to maintaining a successful social justice program. The actions do not exist in isolation from one another – rather, they are complementary. The 5 types of social justice action are: 1. SERVICE: The purpose of social service … Continue reading Creating a Balanced Social Justice Program
In 1999, Tara Chandler, an Antioch college student who grew up in TJUC, took an international coop position at an orphanage in Kenya. There she taught preschool and developed a special relationship with Linda and one of her male cousins who was the same age. Four years later, the director of the orphanage invited Tara’s … Continue reading Linda – KEAP Sponsored Student
Imagine being mother to 56 children! We’d met Sheila on our trip to Kenya in 2014. When we were in need of a new caretaker for the children, we asked her if she knew anyone who could do the job. She raised her hand, and overnight, she went from a young single woman to mother … Continue reading Sheila V. – KEAP’s Kenyan Caretaker
