What can one learn about human nature from going to a yard sale? Join Steve Lennon as he shares his observations from his experiences organizing more than 80 giant yard sales over 34 years.
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Order of Service
The Tao of Yard Sales
August 27, 2023
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Centering Thought
“Arrange whatever pieces come your way.”
~ Virginia Woolf
Centering Music
“Brandenburg Concerto No. 2” (excerpt) by J.S. Bach, performed by Daniel Clark
Welcome
Cate Ziegler
Gathering Hymn
#300 “With Heart and Mind,” accompanied by Daniel Clark
Chalice Lighting
Words by Hafiz from “The Sun Never Says,” read by Cate Ziegler
Opening Words
Words by John O’Donohue from “A Morning Offering,” read by Steve Lennon
Affirmation
“Love Is the Spirit,” accompanied by Daniel Clark
Story Wisdom
“Kind Dragon” with Carol Lindsey, CLFD
Sing and Rejoice
Singing while people return to their seats
Pastoral Holding Space
Cate Ziegler
Hymn
#94 “What Is This Life,” accompanied by Daniel Clark
Meditation words by Sun Bu’er, read by Cate Ziegler
Offering
Our Share the Plate partner for August is The WRENCH
Offertory
“Mazurka” by Wladyslaw Szpilman, arr. by Hywel Davies, performed by Daniel Clark
Hymn
#1008 “When Our Heart Is in a Holy Place”
Sermon
“The Tao of Yard Sales,” Steve Lennon
Closing Hymn
#16 “’Tis a Gift to Be Simple,” accompanied by Daniel Clark
Announcements
Cate Ziegler
Closing Words
“Blue Sky, Healthy Land, Clear Waters,” words by Steve Lennon
Chalice Extinguishing
“Carry the Flame,” accompanied by Daniel Clark
Transition
Arthur Burstow
Gratitude
Gratitude to all who made this service happen:
- Leader: Steve Lennon
- Coordinator: Cate Ziegler
- Tech Team: Ashlyn Noble, Arthur Burstow, Christina Swindells-Nader
- Accompanist: Daniel Clark
- CLFD: Carol Lindsey
- Ushers: Krishna Nimmagadda, Norm Cobb, et al
- Maintenance and set up: Michael Thiessen
- Music for Affirmation: P.J. Buchan
- Refreshments: Shar Lynn, John Burstow, Octavia MacIsaac, et al
- Chalice Sculptor: Jo’Anne Kelly
- First UU Church of Winnipeg chalice logo: Nancy Gilbert
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