The Flower Ceremony is a unique Unitarian Universalist tradition that began in Hungary during World War II. Everyone is invited to bring a flower, which represents their unique gifts. We create a shared bouquet, and together celebrate the beauty of our collective presence.
Welcome
Greeting and Announcements
Territorial Acknowledgement
Chalice Lighting and Sung Affirmation
Opening Words
Flower Ceremony: Part I
Opening Hymn : #361, Enter, Rejoice and Come In
Reading: The Mountain Who Loved a Bird: Part 1
Offertory
New Member Ceremony
Emily Spellman
Katie Schmidt
Jen Elliott
New Member Covenant
Child DedicationCongregational Blessing, #714
Gift of Music: Blackbird
Reading: The Mountain that Loved a Bird: Part 2
Reflections: Heartbreak and Hope in Tough Times
Hymn: #118, This Little Light of Mine
Reading: The Mountain that Loved a Bird: Part 3
Gift of Music: Blowin’ in the Wind
Reading: The Mountain that Loved a Bird: Part 4
Flower Ceremony: Part II
Musical Benediction: There Is a Love
Embodying the Flame
Spoken Benediction
Topics: Hope, Perseverance