Today we’ll reflect on the sense of presence brought to us by our favorite music from the UUA hymnals. Four current board members will share their favorite hymns and talk about why they are meaningful. Then we’ll all sing each hymn!
Worship Associates: Deb Myrbo and Stephen Rich
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Order of Service
- Gathering Song “Come, Come, Whoever You Are” #188
- Welcome
- Prelude “Endless Time” by Tom Barabas
- Call to Worship
- Lighting the Chalice and Musical Response
- Centering in Beauty
- Time for All Ages “Music Is for Everyone” Written by Jill Barber, Illustrated by Sydney Smith
- Wisdom from the World’s Traditions “Singing Together” by Mary Brady
- Reflection
- Shared Music “Gather the Spirit” #347 (gray hymnal)
- Shared Music “Filled With Loving Kindness” #1031 (teal hymnal)
- Shared Music “How Could Anyone” #1053 (teal hymnal)
- Shared Music “We Would Be One” #318 (gray hymnal)
- Offering “Lover’s Sonata” by Tom Barabas
- Joys and Sorrows
- Shared Music “Ye Earthborn Children of a Star” #319 (gray hymnal) tune: #70 (gray hymnal)
- Extinguishing the Chalice and Benediction
Topics: Monthly Themes, Presence