Order of Service

  • Order of Service 5.15.22 Coming of Age

     

    Coming of Age Youth 

    with Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn and Sam Dickerson 

    The Beautiful Journey – Coming of Age Service

    Most religions have a rite of passage for their youth. In Unitarian Universalism, it’s Coming of Age. It is a time not only of faith exploration, but self exploration. Who is the person I want to be? What do I want to put out in this world? This group of thoughtful and engaging teens will share their impressions of this journey with the congregation through music, stories, and art. Join us as we celebrate these magnificent young people and this treasured tradition of our faith. This is an all ages service.

    May Theme – Nurturing Beauty 

    Prelude – Xander Petras on violin 

    Welcome – Reverend  Nica Eaton-Guinn

    Today’s Theme – Sam Dickerson 

    Introduction – Jayden Lopez via Zoom 

    Call to Worship – Casie Sillars and Em Mellinger

    Chalice Lighting – Griffin Smith, words by Coming of Age participants 

    Opening Hymn – #361  Enter, Rejoice, and Come In 

    Time for All Ages – Jayden  reading Maybe:  A Story About the Endless Potential in All of Us by Kobi Yamada and illustrated by Gabriella Barouch.    

    Offering Words – Dana Ryon and Brian Pletcher

    Offering Music –  When In Rome by Nickle Creek. Performed by Casey, Em, Xander and Anthony. 

    Joys and Sorrows – You may write your Joys and Sorrows in the chatbox during the service or on cards in the foyer.

    Time of Meditation – Xander Petras

    Meditation Song – #396  I Know This Rose Will Open

    Faith Statements – Coming of Age teens

    Closing Hymn – #118  This Little Light of Mine

    Benediction – Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn

    Extinguishing the Chalice – Griffin Smith

    Announcements – Sam Dickerson

    Postlude – Anthony Concepcion

    Break-out Rooms:

    1. Service Discussion and Newcomers 
    2. Social Justice- actions and discussion 
    3. 70+ Seniors 

     

 

  • Order of Service 5.8.22 Mother’s Day Music Service
    Anthony Concepcion & Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn Mother’s Day Music Service Mother’s Day is a special time of the year when we get to celebrate and honor the nurturers in our lives. This year, Chalice is celebrating mothers with a special all-music service. Join us for music honoring mothers by Paul Simon, Eric Whitacre, Bobby McFerrin and more! ​May ...
  • Nurturing Beauty in a Broken World
      Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn Nurturing Beauty in a Broken World “In a time of destruction, create something: a poem, a parade, a community, a school, a vow, a moral principle; one peaceful moment,” writes Maxine Hong Kingston. During difficult times, how do we find what is beautiful and allow that to nourish our spirits? Join us to explore ...
  • Order of Service 4.24.22
    Shane Niebergall How to Thank the Earth Let’s celebrate Earth Day by giving back to our earth, who gives so much to us. Learn about why taking care of our planet is so important, and leave with practical ideas on how you can give back to our home spaceship. April Theme- Awakening  Prelude- Anthony Concepcion  Welcome- Shane Niebergall  Introduction- Ayanna Gaines  Call ...
  • Order of Service 4.17.22 Easter & Flower Communion
    Next Service – 10 am – In person or online Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn Easter Service & Flower Communion: Love is Stronger than Death This Easter Sunday we explore the nature of love and its power to outlast even death. Join us for a Unitarian Universalist interpretation of the Easter story, as well as our traditional, annual Flower Celebration. ...
  • Order of Service 4.10.22
    Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn Awakening our Bodies Our bodies are extraordinary vessels through which we experience life and this existence. Yet often we struggle with our bodies, seeing them as somehow separate from our mind and heart. Today, we explore how we awaken our bodies, listen to, and integrate them to get the fullest experience of life possible. ...
  • Order of Service 4.3.22
    Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn What is Spiritual Awakening? As we begin our month focused on the theme of Awakening, today we explore how life is inviting us to awaken? How do we express our unique purpose and contribution? How do we awaken our wholeness and be what life is beckoning us to become? Join us on this journey ...
  • Order of Service 3.27.22
    Tim Snowber Renewing Faith: What’s THAT Supposed to Mean? Renewing Faith- It sounds obvious enough. But once you begin to think about it, all sorts of questions pop up. What is our faith? As individuals? As a denomination? Does it change over time?  And how does one go about renewing it?  Join us as we explore questions ...
  • Order of Service 3.20.22
    Merlin Snider Faith, the Good, the Bad, and the Daily A whole and happy life is impossible without faith, or trust, that in a world that often seems senseless, there is indeed good reason to get up in the morning and carry on. What keeps you going? When I was 14 my Dad gave me J.B. Phillips’ ...
  • Order of Service 3.13.22
    Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn & Willie Lubka Love Your Neighbor Most religious texts call on us to “Love your neighbor as yourself.” This week, we join with many Santa Barbara and Ventura County religious institutions to celebrate “Love your Neighbor” weekend. Willie Lubka will be joining Reverend Nica to talk about ideas and activities that help us expand ...
  • Order of Service 3.6.22
    Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn Faith in Our Future “We are the ones we have been waiting for,” wrote June Jordan in her “Poem for South African Women,” which she presented at the U.N. in August 1978. Today, we hear from long time members as well as younger, newer members about what inspires them about Chalice and gives them ...

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