We are all people who suffer, who cause suffering, and who, ideally, attempt to heal and repair suffering. We are also all people who need human connection, love and belonging. When our choices impact others in ways we never intended or imagined, and some of them are hurtful, is it still the thought that counts? As we work towards greater love and belonging, can we reduce the suffering we cause?
The Choir will sing.
Service Leader: Christina Swindells-Nader
Service Coordinator: Steve Lennon
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Order of Service
Centering Thought
As Canadian Unitarians our interdependence calls us to love and justice. Love and justice. Love asks us to enlarge the circle over and over again, until all are welcome ~ Rev. Fiona Heath
Fanfare
The Prince of Denmark’s March (Trumpet Voluntary), by Jeremiah Clarke
Daniel Clark, with nature video by Ashlyn Noble
Choral Prelude
Meditation on Breathing, by Sarah Dan Jones
The Choir, led by Shannon Unger, accompanied by Daniel Clark
Opening Words
by Zen Buddhist priest Zenju Earthlyn Manue
Christina Swindells-Nader
Chalice Lighting
from Learning to Fall, by Philip Simmons
Steve Lennon
Gathering Hymn
#34 Though I May Speak with Bravest Fire
Welcome and Land Acknowledgement
Steve Lennon
Affirmation
Love Is the Spirit
Love is the spirit of this church, the quest for truth its sacrament, and service is its law.
This is our great covenant: to dwell together in peace, to seek truth in love, and to help one another to the end that all souls shall grow into harmony with life.
Reading
The Work of Love, by Anne Griffiths
Christina Swindells-Nader
Offering
Our Share the Plate Partner for May is Artbeat Studio.
The offering will be gratefully received, during or after the service. Donation options are at this link.
Offertory
The Fair Hills of Éiré, O! (Old Irish Melody), by Amy Beach
Daniel Clark
Joys and Concerns
Steve Lennon
Pastoral Hymn
#18 What Wondrous Love (sung seated)
Meditation
led by Steve Lennon, adapted from Playing Well With Others, by Erika Hewitt
Anthem
Filled with Loving kindness, lyrics adapted (traditional Buddhist meditation) by Mark W. Hayes, music by Ian Riddell
The Choir, directed by Shannon Unger, accompanied by Daniel Clark
Sermon
Intention and Impact; Love and Belonging, by Christina Swindells-Nader
Closing Hymn
#1014 Answering the Call of Love (note title and lyrics change from the hymnal)
Announcements
Steve Lennon and others
Closing Words
from Jane Goodall’s Final Message to the World
Christina Swindells-Nader
Chalice Extinguishing
Carry the Flame
Carry the flame of peace and love until we meet again (x2)
Then we shall see a world of light and a world of joy
Carry the flame of peace and love until we meet again
Gratitude
Gratitude to all who made this service happen, including
- Leader: Christina Swindells-Nader
- Coordinator: Steve Lennon
- Music Director: Shannon Unger
- Music: Daniel Clark (piano), the Choir
- Coordinator Lifespan Religious Exploration (CLRE): Ana G.Castañeda Aguilera
- Childcare Provider: Paulina Hernandez
- RE Volunteers: Amari Poppone
- Tech Team: Khalil Nader, Olivia Velazquez, Theo Hawley
- Centering/fanfare videos: Ashlyn Noble
- This service’s ushers, greeters, and hospitality volunteers, including Janet Toews, Alejandra Nikkel, Paula Keirstead, Michael Thiessen
- Maintenance and set up: Jessica Hamm and Alejandra Nikkel (with help today from yesterday’s rental event staff)
- Music for Affirmation: P.J. Buchan
- Chalice Sculptor & Banner Designer: Jo’Anne Kelly
- Chalice Logo Designer: Nancy Gilbert
- Pastoral Care: Rev Stefan Jonasson
- Website, Office Support, and Rentals: Nathalie Waite
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To welcome and include all in our beloved community, please
- limit fragrances and scented products as much as you are able,
- turn off or mute electronic devices during the service,
- refrain from taking photographs or recording unless you have the express permission of everyone involved, and
- keep aisles clear for people with mobility challenges.
Thank you!
Topics: Love