During this time of turmoil and uncertainty in the world, we sometimes wonder how should we respond, how should we think, and how should we be as caring people?
What is real, and what is manufactured malaise? And what really is ‘the real world’? Join Steve as he wades into this worldwide weep.
Service Leader: Steve Lennon
Service Coordinator: Charlene Zelanko
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Order of Service
Centering Thought
…it is easier to see the old world dying than the new world being born. But beginnings are what come after endings. ~ Rebecca Solnit
Fanfare
The Prince of Denmark’s March (Trumpet Voluntary), by Jeremiah Clarke
Daniel Clark, with nature video by Ashlyn Noble
Centering Music
Every Time I Feel the Spirit, traditional spiritual, arranged by Mark Hayes
Daniel Clark
Welcome and Land Acknowledgement
Charlene Zelanko
Gathering Hymn
#347 Gather the Spirit
Chalice Lighting
from Learning to Fall, by Philip Simmons
Charlene Zelanko
Opening Words
by 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.
Joys and Concerns
Steve Lennon
Pastoral Hymn
#391 Voice Still and Small (sung seated)
Meditation
Charlene Zelanko
Offering
Our Share the Plate Partner for July and August is St. Boniface Street Links.
The offering will be gratefully received, during or after the service. Donation options are at this link.
Offertory
Moment Musical, No. 94, No. 6, by Franz Schubert
Daniel Clark
Hymn
#131 Love Will Guide Us
Reflection
Rediscovering Our Place in the Real World, by Steve Lennon
Closing Hymn
#318 We Would Be One
Announcements
Charlene Zelanko
Closing Words
by Jean M. Rickard
Steve Lennon
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: Steve Lennon
- Coordinator: Charlene Zelanko
- Music Director: Shannon Unger
- Music: Daniel Clark (piano)
- Coordinator Lifespan Religious Exploration (CLRE): Ana G.Castañeda Aguilera
- Tech Team: Khalil Nader, Olivia Velazquez, Theo Hawley
- Centering/fanfare videos: Ashlyn Noble
- This service’s ushers, greeters, and hospitality volunteers, including Janet Toews, Cheryl Simmonds, Kathie Beach Nelson, Paula Keirstead, Michael Thiessen
- Maintenance and set up: Jessica Hamm and Olivia Velazquez
- Music for Affirmation: P.J. Buchan
- Chalice Sculptor & Banner Designer: Jo’Anne Kelly
- Chalice Logo Designer: Nancy Gilbert
- Ministry and Pastoral Care: Rev Stefan Jonasson
- Lay Chaplain: Christina Swindells-Nader
- Website, Office Support, and Rentals: 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 for other ways to help.
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: Communication, Community, Growth, Learning, Listening, Relationships