Ten years have passed since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released its final report. The report was the end of one step, a seven year process of listening and reflecting, but it was the beginning of a much longer journey towards learning uncomfortable truths, respecting ancient ways, building relationships, and seeking meaningful reconciliation.
Service Leader: Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Service Coordinator: Jill Moats
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Order of Service
Centering Thought
Together, Canadians must do more than just talk about reconciliation; we must learn how to practice reconciliation in our everyday lives – within ourselves and our families, and in our communities, governments, places of worship, schools and workplaces. To do so constructively, Canadians must remain committed to the ongoing work of establishing and maintaining respectful relationships.
– National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
Centering Music
Sabbath Sunrise, by Delsa Richards
Deena Grier
Opening Words
Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Chalice Lighting
based on words by Jamal Deen
Jill Moats
Gathering Hymn
We n’de ya ho (Cherokee Morning Song), traditional, arranged by Rita Coolidge and Robbie Robertson
led by music director Shannon Unger
Welcome and Land Acknowledgement
Jill Moats
Affirmation
Love Is the Spirit
Story Wisdom
Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Sing and Rejoice
Joys and Concerns
Rev Stefan Jonasson
Pastoral Hymn
#1022 Open the Window (sung seated)
Words for Offering
All Voices, by Jo VonRue
Jill Moats
Offering
Our Share the Plate Partner for September is Prairie Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (PWRC).
The offering will be gratefully received, during or after the service. Donation options are at this link.
Offertory
Because I Have Been Given Much, by Phillip Landgrave; arr by Martin Green
Deena Grier
Reading
A Collective Memory, by Leslie Marmon Silko
Rev Stefan Jonasson
Meditation
I Lost My Talk, by Rita Joe
led by Jill Moats
Hymn
#1051 We Are
Note: We will begin recording after the hymn
Sermon
Respect, Relationship, and Reconciliation, by Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Closing Hymn
#1028 The Fire of Commitment
Announcements
Jill Moats and others
Closing Words
The Path, by Murray Sinclair
Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Chalice Extinguishing
Carry the Flame
Gratitude
Gratitude to all who made this service happen, including
- Leader: Rev Stefan Jonasson
- Coordinator: Jill Moats
- Music: Deena Grier (piano)
- Music Director: Shannon Unger
- Coordinator Lifespan Religious Exploration (CLRE): Ana Castaneda Aguilera
- Childcare Provider: Paulina Hernandez
- Tech Team: Arthur Burstow, Ihor Pushkar, Volodymyr Martinov, Nathalie Waite, Jessica Hamm, Khalil Nader
- Ushers: Maxine Hébert Malo and Norm Cobb
- Maintenance and set up: Jessica Hamm, Michael Thiessen
- Greeter: Paula Keirstead, and others
- Hospitality: Janet Toews, Adina Lyon, Shannon Unger, Allison Baird, and others
- Music for Affirmation: P.J. Buchan
- Chalice Sculptor & Banner Designer: Jo’Anne Kelly
- Chalice Logo Designer: Nancy Gilbert
- 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.
Topics: Relationships