As humans, we have a deep-seated need to belong – to someone, somewhere, something, at least sometimes. We seek out communities, both formal and informal ones, and when they matter to us, we may desire a deeper quality of relationship. We strive to be members and not just consumers of community and the social relationships communities offer, which begs the question, why does membership matter?
Service Coordinator: Marian Siemens
Sermon Video
Order of Service: Belonging
February 26, 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Centering Thought
“Because true belonging only happens when we present our authentic, imperfect selves to the world, our sense of belonging can never be greater than our level of self-acceptance.”
― Brene Brown
Centering Music
performed by the choir
Welcome
Marian Siemens
Gathering Hymn
#1054 Let This Be A House of Peace
Chalice Lighting
Determined Seed by Laura Wallace
Opening Words
A Place of Belonging and Caring by Kimberlee Carlson
Affirmation
Love Is The Spirit
Story Wisdom
The Raven of Ski Hill Folktale, by Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Sing and Rejoice
Singing children down to their rooms
Sharing and Caring
Colleen Millikin
Unison Words
“As we set aside this time for quiet, may we hear the heart-felt whisperings of our spirit, and also that of others. May those who share from their hearts today feel the power of our attention and the strength of our love. May we all feel uplifted by words of comfort, and be supported by the presence of our caring community.”
Hymn
As Tranquil Streams #145
Reading
The Church Universal by E. Burdette, read by Rev Stefan Jonasson
Meditation
Experience Connection by Peter Morales
The sound of the bell and two minutes of silence will follow the spoken meditation.
Offering
Marian Siemens
Thank you for supporting the church with your funds, time, talent and energy. Direct deposit or post-dated cheques simplify giving. You may use a donation envelope, which is located at the back of the grey hymnal, to receive a tax receipt for accumulated cash gifts over $10. Please ask an usher for details if you do not find an envelope.
Share the Plate Partner for February: Gizhiwenimin project at Sunshine House
Offertory
music played by Daniel Clark
Hymn
Circle of Song performed by UU Choir
Sermon: Belonging
Rev Stefan Jonasson
Hymn
1064 Blue Boat Home
Announcements
Marian Siemens
Closing Words
Gathered Community
Chalice Extinguishing
Carry the Flame
Gratitude
Gratitude for our staff and our lay leaders who made this service happen:
- Leader: Rev Stefan Jonasson
- Coordinator: Norm Cobb, Marian Siemens
- Tech Team: Ashlyn Noble, Arthur Burstow
- Sharing and Caring Host: Colleen Millikin
- Accompanist: Daniel Clark
- Chalice Sculptor: Jo’Anne Kelly
- First UU Church of Winnipeg chalice logo: Nancy Gilbert
- Webmaster: Karin Carlson
- Communicator Editor: Marjorie Doyle
- All-Church Email Bulletin: Lorie Battershill
To contact Sunserv (Sunday Services Team), please email worship@uuwinnipeg.mb.ca