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Land of Columbus

Rev. Beth Banks, Worship Leaders, Jaki Leiva Conklin, Worship Associate.  Columbus Day continues as a Federal holiday, though Columbus never set foot on this continent.  We mark the day by learning about the People of Color who knew this place as home and are often only given a nod of recognition in mainstream history books.  … Continue reading Land of Columbus

Evensong

This brief worship prepares us for the transition from day to evening, weekend into week. Invite friends to slow down and witness beauty. Small Group Ministry groups can use this as a special evening together. Participate or let the music flow around you. Candlelight, repetitive singing, readings, and ritual. Who attends?  Students, parents of teens, … Continue reading Evensong

Rosh Hashanah: Opening to Wonder

Rev. Beth Banks, Worship Leader; Emily Burstein, Worship Associate.   The first meditation in the new prayer book for the Jewish High Holy Days says, “Just as the hand, held before the eye, can hide the tallest mountain, so the routine of everyday life, can keep us from seeing the vast radiance and the secret … Continue reading Rosh Hashanah: Opening to Wonder

Mistaken Utopia

Rev. Beth Banks, Worship Leader; Cliff Ohmart, Worship Associate When we imagine an experience in the future, we know it won’t be perfect, but we rarely expect the difficulties we’ll encounter. In our UU theology, what helps us live in an imperfect world of unrealized ideals and imperfect people, including each of us?

In-Gathering Service Water Communion

Rev. Beth Banks, Rev. Morgan McLean; Sparks Choir & Juuliebells.  For this multigenerational worship, bring a small sample of water representing four possible summer experiences: Nature, Home, Family & Friends, Community Justice. We’ll recognize Rev. Morgan McLean’s new title, Minister for Congregational Life.  A cake reception for Rev. Morgan follows the 11:15am service; the Board … Continue reading In-Gathering Service Water Communion