Music has a unique way of resonating with us. A song that may be a timeless classic to some, is an unenjoyable experience for others. A beloved genre to one, may be a meaningless menagerie of noise to another. In this sermon, Andre will share – both with singing and story – the songs that resonate with him, while encouraging the congregation to consider crafting their own playlists with their own songs of meaning.
Service Coordinator: Steve Lennon
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Order of Service
Centering Thought
“Music can lift us out of depression or move us to tears – it is a remedy, a tonic, orange juice for the ear”
— Oliver Sacks
Centering Music
performed by Deena Grier
Welcome
Steve Lennon
Gathering Hymn
#368 Now Let Us Sing
Chalice Lighting
by Rev. Dr. Cynthia Landrum
Steve Lennon
Opening Words
from Anam Cara, by John O’Donohue
Andre Vanderstoep
Affirmation
Love Is the Spirit
Story Wisdom
The Light Within
Andre Vanderstoep and his guitar
Joys and Sorrows
Andre Vanderstoep
If you have a Joy or Sorrow to share in our upcoming service, please follow this link. Alternatively, Andre can be reached at 204-558-7464 or email him at care@uuwinnipeg.mb.ca
Pastoral Hymn
#1021 Lean on Me (sung seated)
Offering
Steve Lennon
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Offertory
performed by Deena Grier
Meditation
What a Wonderful World, by George David Weiss and Bob Jr. Thiele
Led by Steve Lennon
Hymn
#300 With Heart and Mind
Note: We will begin recording the sermon after the hymn.
Sermon
Meaning is in the eye…or ear…of the beholder, by Andre Vanderstoep
Closing Hymn
#1064 Blue Boat Home
Announcements
Steve Lennon
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Closing Words
from Matins by John O’Donohue
Steve Lennon
Chalice Extinguishing
Carry the Flame
Following the service, please join us for community and refreshments in the sanctuary. For Zoom participants, please consider staying for conversation in our breakout room.
Transition (Zoom only)
Arthur Burstow or Simer Kaur
Gratitude
Gratitude to all who helped make this service happen:
- Leader: Andre Vanderstoep
- Coordinator: Steve Lennon
- Music: Deena Grier
- Coordinator Lifespan Religious Exploration (CLRE): Ana Castañeda Aguilera
- Childcare: Paulina Hernandez
- Pastoral Care: Andre Vanderstoep (Coordinator)
- Tech Team: Arthur Burstow, Simer Kaur, Ashlyn Noble, Christina Swindells-Nader
- Music for Affirmation: Composed by P.J. Buchan
- Ushers: Kristin Jimmy, Bromley Basford, Joan Carolyn, Ken Nicholson, Norman Mayer, Cheryl Simmonds, et al
- Set Up/Maintenance: Michael Thiessen
- Hospitality: Adina Lyon, Octavia MacIsaac, Wendy Buckle
- Chalice Sculptor: Jo’Anne Kelly
- Chalice Logo Designer: Nancy Gilbert
- Website Support: Karin Carlson
- Communicator Editor: Marjorie Doyle
- All-Church Email Bulletin: Lorie Battershilll
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Topics: Music