We seek to make meaning of reality and that we try to help ourselves be deeply alive, open to both the fullness of our lives and the impact we have on each other. Today we’ll consider the role of joy in this human endeavor.
Share the plate: Salem for Refugees
Celebrant: Laura Christian, Anchor: David Jeffers
Music: Ryan Amend and Aimee Larsen-Amend
The official symbol of Unitarian Universalism is the flaming chalice. Rev. Rick suggests that the unofficial symbol is “?” – the question mark. Come on this Sunday with a question for Rev. Rick. He will do his best to respond to as many as possible.
Share the plate: Mid-Valley Literacy Center
Music: Ted Cory
Mark Twain’s “War Prayer” is a timeless American classic that sheds the light of truth on nationalistic fervor. In light of the divisions and discord in our world today and the ever present propensity to demonize others, George Struble and Rev. Rick will present a dramatic re-enactment of this prayer.
Share the plate: Mid-Valley Literacy Center
Celebrant: David Jeffers, Anchor: Arrhiannon Kirkpatrick
Music: Sean Kirkpatrick
Youth will be sharing a service on what makes a hero. Come enjoy an opportunity to learn how to excel at being an everyday hero. Our middle school youth will be sharing their personal Credos (Statement of Belief) that will shape how they chose to be a hero!
Share the plate: Mid-Valley Literacy Center
Music: Youth lead special music
This will be our annual Czech Unitarian Flower Communion. Bring a flower for the bouquet! This service will also include bridging our youth into young adulthood, child dedications, and welcoming new members.
Share the plate: Mid-Valley Literacy Center
Celebrant: Arrhiannon Kirkpatrick, Anchor: Ann Hanus
Music: UUCS Choir
Religion surely has something to do with how we live our lives. Accordingly, many religions issue “commandments” to their adherents. Can there be religious prescriptions which are important but not authoritarian?
Share the plate: HOME Youth and Resource Center
Celebrant: David Gortner, Anchor: Lennie Martin
Music: UUCS Choir
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Do you have “authority issues”? What kinds of authority have you experienced in your life? Who should have authority?
Share the plate: HOME Youth and Resource Center
Celebrant: Steve Rosen, Anchor: Arrhiannon Kirkpatrick
Music: Ryan Amend and Aimee Larsen-Amend
What does “holy ground” really mean? In this service, we’ll consider what “holy ground” has to offer us in the spheres of interfaith relationships, environmentalism, and making change for justice.
Share the plate: HOME Youth and Resource Center
Celebrant: Benjahmin Boschee, Anchor: David Jeffers
Second service music: UUCS Choir
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What is life like for those youth who have mostly grown up in the U.S. but were not born here? What struggles, tensions, challenges do they face?
Share the plate: HOME Youth and Resource Center
Celebrant: Arrhiannon Kirkpatrick, Anchor: Steve Rosen
Music both services: Ted Cory
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Are we called to offer sanctuary to some who live under threat of deportation? If so, how will we do this and what does it mean?
Share the plate: Oregon UU Voices For Justice
Celebrant: Lennie Martin, Anchor: David Gortner
Music both services: Marcia Christenson
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