The human voice is a miracle; the vibrations of two tiny, mucosa covered sinews coupled with laryngeal structures designed for chewing and swallowing become a vehicle for communication, self expression, and even transcendence. At this Sunday service Shannon will offer a brief chat about the miraculous singing voice, and we will sing together. (Probably in a circle!)
Service Leader: Shannon Unger
Service Coordinator: Cate Ziegler
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Order of Service
The Sunday Singing Circle
July 26, 2026, 10:30 am
Service Leader: Shannon Unger
Coordinator: Cate Ziegler
Youth group (ages 15-19) will also resume in September. But remember, you are always welcome to come downstairs and hang out in the youth room! It’s a safe space where you can enjoy books, play games, chat with other youth and get creative with art supplies. This is your space!
Hearing assistance devices are available at the sound booth at the back of the sanctuary.
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You can use this link to Connect to the service via Zoom. Participate via phone by dialing the Manitoba phone number 204 272 7920 and when prompted, enter Meeting ID # 968 8339 7324. If you are asked for a password it’s 676600. More information and additional phone numbers are on the Zoom Connections page.
Thank you for joining us this morning! If you’re visiting today, please fill out this Visitor Form so we can help you feel connected to our community.
Centering Thought
The only thing better than singing is more singing.~ Ella Fitzgerald
Fanfare
The Prince of Denmark’s March (Trumpet Voluntary), by Jeremiah Clarke
Daniel Clark, with nature video by Ashlyn Noble
Centering Prelude
Waltz, from Children’s Album, Op.36, No.3, by Amy Beach
Daniel Clark
Opening Words
Music Arises, by Arlen Goff
Cate Ziegler
Chalice Lighting
May We Hear the Melody of Life, by Joseph Cleveland
Cate Ziegler
Gathering Hymn
#368 Now Let Us Sing
Land Acknowledgment and Welcome
Cate Ziegler
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
Cate Ziegler
Pastoral Hymn
#95 There Is More Love Somewhere (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
Gavotte, from Children’s Album, Op.36, No.2, by Amy Beach
Daniel Clark
Reading
Song, by Gabriela Mistral, translated by Langston Hughes
Shannon Unger
Meditation
led by Cate Ziegler
Presentation
The Sunday Singing Circle, by Shannon Unger
Closing Hymn
#1059 May Your Life Be as a Song
Announcements
Cate Ziegler and others
Closing Words
Effortlessly, by Mechthild of Magdeburg, as translated by Jane Hirshfield
Christina Swindells-Nader
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: Shannon Unger
- Coordinator: Cate Ziegler
- Music Director: Shannon Unger
- Music: Daniel Clark (piano)
- Coordinator Lifespan Religious Exploration (CLRE): Ana G.Castañeda Aguilera
- Tech Team: Arthur Burstow, Jessica Hamm, Lily Nimmagadda, Theo Hawley
- Centering/fanfare videos: Ashlyn Noble
- This service’s ushers, greeters, and hospitality volunteers, including Marian Siemens, 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!
Topics: Communication, Community, Education, Listening, Music, Power, Teaching