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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