“It would be curious to discover who it is to whom one writes in a diary,” pondered
Beatrice Webb. “Possibly to some mysterious personification of one’s own identity.” I’ve always admired those who can maintain the discipline of keeping a diary, although I’ve never been faithful in keeping a diary myself, despite several attempts over the years. But I write to myself (and even talk to myself) quite a bit. It’s nice to stay in touch.
Service Leader: Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Service Coordinator: Cate Ziegler
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Order of Service
Centering Thought
It would be curious to discover who it is to whom one writes in a diary. Possibly to some mysterious personification of one’s own identity
— Beatrice Potter Webb
Centering Music
Symphony no. 5 in B flat major, 2nd mvmt (excerpt), by Franz Schubert
Daniel Clark
Opening Words
Rev Stefan Jonasson
Chalice Lighting
A Mind Which Is Open to Truth, by William Ellery Channing
Cate Ziegler
Gathering Hymn
#1008 When Our Heart Is in a Holy Place
Welcome
Cate Ziegler
Affirmation
Love Is the Spirit
Story Wisdom
Rev Stefan Jonasson
Sing and Rejoice
As children go downstairs to Religious Exploration
Joys and Sorrows
Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Pastoral Hymn
#1057 Go Lifted Up (sung seated)
Offering
Our Share the Plate Partner for the May is the Main Street Project.
The offering will be gratefully received, during or after the service. Donation options are at this link.
Offertory
Seasons of Life, by Mark Hayes
Daniel Clark
Reading
My Apprenticeship, by Beatrice Webb
Rev Stefan Jonasson
Meditation
Cate Ziegler
Hymn
#86 Blessed Spirit of My Life
Note: we will begin recording the sermon after the hymn. Barring technical problems it will eventually be shared on our YouTube and Buzzsprout channels.
Sermon
Notes to Myself, by Rev Stefan Jonasson
Closing Hymn
#331 Life Is the Greatest Gift of All
Announcements
Cate Ziegler
Please submit congregational announcements to worship@uuwinnipeg.mb.ca before 9:00 am Sunday.
Closing Words
Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Chalice Extinguishing
Carry the Flame
Transition to Breakout Room (Zoom only)
A/V Team
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.
Gratitude
Gratitude to all who made this service happen, including
- Leader: Rev Stefan Jonasson
- Coordinator: Cate Ziegler
- Music: Daniel Clark (piano), Debby Lake (lyrics coordination, hymn consultation), Kelvin Seifert and Esther Kathryn (hymn consultation)
- Music for Affirmation: Composed by P.J. Buchan
- Coordinator Lifespan Religious Exploration (CLRE): Ana Castañeda Aguilera
- Childcare: Paulina Hernandez
- Tech Team: Ashlyn Noble, Arthur Burstow, Alexey Sokadeev, Bryan Enaje, Christina Swindells-Nader, Charan Brar, Vladymyr Martynov, Ihor Pushkar
- Ushers: Janet Toews, Cheryl Simmonds
- Set Up/Maintenance: Michael Thiessen, Jessica Hamm
- Greeter: Paula Keirstead and others
- Hospitality: Janet Toews, Rafiq Nader, Christina Swindells-Nader
- Chalice Sculptor & Banner Designer: Jo’Anne Kelly
- Chalice Logo Designer: Nancy Gilbert
- Share the Plate committee: Sara Allen, Lynn Clark, Paula Keirstead, Diane Pearce
- Pastoral Care: Rev Stefan Jonasson
- Website and office support: Nathalie Waite
To contact SunServ (Sunday Services Team) with feedback or ideas for future services, please email worship@uuwinnipeg.mb.ca
Want to help on Sunday mornings? You can sign up for a hospitality setup or cleanup shift. Please contact the Volunteer Resources Committee or Norm Cobb or Jim Gardiner for other ways to help.
Please limit fragrances and scented products as much as you are able, so we may include all in our beloved community.
Please keep aisles clear, particularly for people with mobility challenges, and turn off electronic devices during the service.
Please refrain from taking photographs and making recordings during and after the service unless you have the express permission of all people involved. Thank you!
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