The Non-Binaries of Life

An Exploration of the Middle Ground of Life. Octavia, through music, art and guided meditation invites you to breathe, relax and find your middle ground.

Service Leader and Coordinator: Octavia MacIsaac

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Order of Service

Centering Thought

Serenity catches me by surprise. It makes me pause, and hold my breath, when I catch glimpses, of this surpassing beauty. ~ Christine Sine

Fanfare

The Prince of Denmark’s March (Trumpet Voluntary), by Jeremiah Clarke

Daniel Clark, with nature video by Ashlyn Noble

Centering Prelude

Tranquil and Expressive, Op. 62, No. 8, by Theodor Kirchner

Daniel Clark

Opening Words

Still waters, Reflections in the lake, by Christine Sine

Octavia MacIsaac

Chalice Lighting

The world is not binary pt 1, by Octavia MacIsaac

Gathering Hymn

#1000 Morning Has Come

Land Acknowledgment and Welcome

Octavia MacIsaac

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

Octavia MacIsaac

Pastoral Hymn

#1007 There’s a River Flowin’ in My Soul (sung seated)

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

By the Still Waters” Op. 114, by Amy Beach

Daniel Clark

Guided Meditation

led by Octavia MacIsaac

Hymn

#1009 Meditation on Breathing

Sermon

The Non Binaries of Life, by Octavia MacIsaac 

Closing Hymn

#1021 Lean on Me

Announcements

Octavia MacIsaac and others

Closing Words

The world is not binary pt 2, by Octavia MacIsaac

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 and Coordinator: Octavia MacIsaac
  • Music Director: Shannon Unger
  • Music: Daniel Clark (piano)
  • Coordinator Lifespan Religious Exploration (CLRE): Ana G.Castañeda Aguilera
  • Tech Team: Arthur Burstow, Olivia Velazquez, Theo Hawley
  • Centering/fanfare videos: Ashlyn Noble
  • This service’s ushers, greeters, and hospitality volunteers, including Debby Lake, Paula Keirstead
  • 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
  • Minister 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!

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