• Order of Service 2.2.25

    SUNDAY SERVICE 

    Onsite & Online ~  10 am 

    Reverend Nica Eaton 

    Boundless Welcome: The Heart of Our Inclusive Faith

    Unitarian Universalism celebrates diversity as a cornerstone of our shared faith. Today, we will explore how our inclusive principles and values invite us to honor every person’s worth and dignity, build bridges across difference, and create a spiritual home for all. Together, we’ll reflect on the transformative power of truly embracing one another and welcoming all.

    Processional Hymn – “You are Welcome Here” – Karen Drucker 

    Welcome – Reverend Nica Eaton

    Introduction – Tim Snowber

    Call to Worship – Reverend Nica Eaton

    Chalice Lighting – Tim Snowber

    Opening Hymn – #188 “Come Come Whoever You Are”

    New Member Welcome Ceremony – Reverend Nica Eaton & Annie Barker

    Hymn – #402 “From You I Receive”

    Manna Collection – Tim Snowber

    Announcements – Tim Snowber

    Singing the Children Out – Anthony Concepcion & Reverend Nica Eaton

    Offering Words – Tim Snowber

    Offering Music “One voice” written by the Wailin Jennys performed by Sharon Beck, Grenda, Xander on violin, Anthony & Trey

    Receiving the Offering Reverend Nica Eaton

    Joys and Sorrows – If you are in person please fill out an index card. You can also email your joys or concerns during the week (before 8 am on Sunday) to jns@chaliceuu.org

    Time of Meditation – Reverend Nica Eaton

    Meditation Song – #1058 “Be Ours a Religion”

    Sermon “Boundless Welcome: The Heart of Our Inclusive Faith”   Reverend Nica Eaton

    Closing Hymn – # 1017 “Building a New Way”

    Benediction – Reverend Nica Eaton

    Extinguishing the Chalice – Tim Snowber

    Closing Words Reverend Nica Eaton

    Postlude – Anthony Concepcion

     

    Reminder! Members Please plan to stay after service this week for the mid-year Congregational Meeting

     A more detailed agenda can be found at:  2024-25 Fellowship Meetings

    Welcome Our New Members!

    Suzanne Freiberg:

    • I am my daughter’s mama bear and my current state is one of “becoming,” while on the road to Shambala
    • Business Development and Training Consultant @ Suzanne Inq.
    • “I would love to live like a river flows, carried by the surprise of its own unfolding.” ― John O’Donohue

    Jon Sachs:

    Jon has a wonderful career as a high school music teacher in nearby Camarillo. He recently celebrated his 28th wedding anniversary to his wife, Amy and has three children in college. In addition to playing the guitar and French horn, he enjoys running, hiking, and going to the gym. When he’s not doing that, he’s probably lost down a rabbit hole online studying religion, philosophy, politics, or cat videos.

     

 

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