What does faith look like without God? We’ll explore atheist spirituality, looking into the ways we find meaning, nurture a sense of connection and awe, make peace with death and keep hope alive – all without reference to a higher power or anything remotely supernatural. Welcome Greeting and Announcements Territorial Acknowledgement Chalice Lighting and Sung … Continue reading Atheist Spirituality
Celebrant: Cheryl Simmons What is spirituality? How is it related to faith? Religion? Belief? And why does it matter? Join us as Elizabeth attempts to answer these questions, posed by the winner of the ‘choose a sermon topic’’ service auction item. Welcome Greeting and Announcements Territorial Acknowledgement Chalice Lighting and Sung Affirmation Opening Words Opening … Continue reading Demystifying Spirituality
Celebrant: Michelle Hazen When we witness injustice or suffering, sometimes we rise to the occasion, and sometimes, we turn away. What helps us be brave in those moments? Join us as we explore individual and collective sources of courage. Welcome Greeting and Announcements Territorial Acknowledgement Chalice Lighting and Sung Affirmation Opening Words Opening Hymn: # … Continue reading Together We Rise
Celebrant: Loren Brown Where is the line between being supportive and being codependent? How do we help others without sacrificing ourselves? What are the limits of caring? Welcome Greeting and Announcements Territorial Acknowledgement Chalice Lighting and Sung Affirmation Opening Words Opening Hymn: #1, May Nothing Evil Time for All Ages: The Three Questions [Based on … Continue reading The Limits of Caring
Celebrant: Jen Elliott This annual contemplative service is centered on the ritual of burning the things from the previous year we are ready to let go of- and holding on to the things we have learned and want to carry forward with us. Welcome Greeting and Announcements Territorial Acknowledgement Chalice Lighting and Sung Affirmation Opening … Continue reading The Burning Service
–With carols and candlelight, silence and poetry, we’ll prepare room in our hearts for the rebirth of hope, and the triumph of love. Processional: O Come, O Come Emmanuel; trad., performed by Loren Brown Opening Words and Kindling of the Lights Opening Carol: O Come, All Ye Faithful (Carol Booklet, #1) Welcome Lesson #1: We … Continue reading Come, Christmas
–Join us for a spontaneous and rolicking re-telling of the Nativity Story. People of all ages are encouraged to take part in this reenactment that reminds us that every family is a holy family, and every child is a holy child. Nativity pick-up band — This Sunday will be our annual no-rehearsal nativity pageant! We will … Continue reading Participatory Nativity
Celebrant: Mark Willis –In a world where so much seems broken and at risk, we can still create pockets of goodness and sacredness. We can recommit to our deepest values and keep the flame of hope shining. Join us as we rededicate ourselves to the work of peace. Welcome Greeting and Announcements Territorial Acknowledgement Chalice … Continue reading The Middle of the Mess
Come and sit at the welcome table. Together, we’ll reflect on what nourishes us. We’ll experience the beauty of sharing a simple meal with intention and attention. Each year, our congregation holds “Cornbread Communion,” an intergenerational celebration of the power of caring community. This year, the Shared Worship Team wanted to try something slightly different. … Continue reading Cornbread Communion
Celebrant: Ash Anderson November 13-19 is Transgender Awareness week, and November 20th is Transgender Remembrance Day. Given the ways that so many different religions aggressively reject and marginalize LGBTQIA+ folks, causing tremendous harm, UUCP’s commitment to honor the sacredness of all people feels more important than ever. Join us as we explore and embrace the … Continue reading Transgender God
