Honoring Juneteenth and Father’s Day
Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn
Today marks the convergence of two celebrations: Juneteenth and Father’s Day. So today we celebrate and lift up among others the gifts of Black Fathers. Join us for this uniquely UU celebration of the blessings of fathers and Juneteenth.
June Theme – Celebrating Blessings
Opening Hymn – #348 Guide My Feet
Welcome – Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn
Introduction & Chalice Lighting – Dana Ryon
Time for All Ages – Sam Dickerson -“Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters” by Barack Obama
Offering Words – Dana Ryon
Offering Music – “Take Me To the Water” by Rollo Dilworth and performed by The Chalice Choir.
Joys and Sorrows – You may write your Joys and Sorrows in the chatbox during the service if you are online. If you are in person please fill out an index card.
Singing the Children Out – Reverend Nica
Time of Meditation – Reverend Nica
Meditation Song – “Father Song” composed & sung by Anthony Concepcion
Sermon – Honoring Juneteenth and Father’s Day – Reverend Nica
Including videos:
“How One Dad Started a Movement to Celebrate Black Fatherhood” produced by The Great Big Story
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XmUeUGVAeo
“Dance with My Father” by Luther Vandross
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmDxJrggie8
Closing Hymn – #1018 “Come and Go With Me “
Benediction – Reverend Nica
Postlude – Anthony and the Chalice Choir
Break-out Rooms:
- Service Discussion and Newcomers
- Social Justice- actions and discussion
- 70+ Seniors