Practicing Resistance with the Worship Committee
February 22 · 9:00 AM · Sanctuary
We are a village of many customs and cultures. We practice resistance by joining together in prayer, in song , in celebration, and hope for a future of peace, love, and freedom for all. Join us this Sunday as the worship committee reflects on practicing resistance. Music for our 9:00 am Unplugged and Connected service will be provided by Jon Svetkey, Heather Quay, Jason Redi, and Tom Maher.
Gathering Music - Ian Garvie, piano
Welcome and Announcements – Board Member
Prelude - "Home" by Heather Quay
Opening Words - Bearers of Hope & Resistance * - Rev. Michelle Collins (Permission Secured by Soul Matters)
Welcome to this place, a place where hope can be nourished. In a world that profits from despair, our gathering is a declaration of faith. We declare that joy still rises, that kindness still matters, that hope is not dead. We come to remember we are not alone. May our time together restore us to wonder, strengthen our resolve, and return us to the world as bearers of hope that sustains the work of resistance. - Richard Waring
Greet Your Neighbor – Please Take a moment to look around and greet your neighbors - Richard Waring
Chalice Lighting
Life is a gift, for which we are grateful.
We gather in community to celebrate
The glories and the mysteries of this great gift.
Gathering Hymn - #361 Enter Rejoice and Come In
Stewardship Testimonial - David and Kathy Lind
Story - Sometimes People March by Tessa Allen - Michael Griffin
Anthem - "Embrace The Day" by Jon Svetkey
Reflection -Gabby Garshina-Bobrow
Words of Offering - UU Urban Ministry
Offertory - "Be The Fire" by Ellis Paul
Doxology
From all that dwell below the skies;
Let words of love and peace arise;
Let joyful songs of praise be sung;
Through every land by every tongue. Amen.
Candles of Celebration and Concern - Community Care Team
Prayer - Rev. Chris
Hymn - 167 Nothing but Peace Is Enough
Reflection - Leslie Talmadge
Closing Song - 1017 Building a New Way
Extinguishing the Flame -
Already Breaking Through * - Rev. Michelle Collins Permission secured by Soul Matters
Leave this place with hope rekindled, not as wishful thinking but as stubborn practice. In a world drenched with despair, choose joy. Choose action. Choose to believe another way is possible, and live as if it's already breaking through. - Richard Waring
Postlude - "The Only Way" by Mark Erelli
Jon Svetkey, Heather Quay, Jason Redi, Tom Maher = musicians