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If You Believe (instrumental)
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Prelude by Carol Rice
Resiliency Practices
Sunday November 6th, 2022
October Theme: Remembrance
3rd Principle: Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations;
(Chris)
Opening
(Lauren)
Autumnal Welcoming
by Sarah Gettie McNeill
Come in,
from the crisp morning air outside,
come in,
wearing the autumn sunlight on your face,
come,
carrying the turning of the seasons in your heart.
Whatever and however
the greatness of life is speaking to you now,
you are welcome here
in our circle of friends.
Chalice Lighting
(Chris)
All Souls
by Florence Caplow
As we kindle this the flame, we honor and remember
Those who have passed into the mystery.
Their brightness lives on in our vision;
their courage lives on in our commitments;
and their love continues to bless the world through us.
JOYS AND CONCERNS
(Chris et al)
Share a joy or concern with the congregation.
Raise Hand your hand in Zoom then wait to be recognized.
JOYS AND CONCERNS
(Chris et al)
For the joys shared
we join you in celebration.
For the sorrows and concerns spoken here may you feel our sympathy and compassion.
For all that remains unspoken both joy and sorrow may the caring of our community offer you both kindness and hope.
UU Pick Yourself Up, adapted (Kern, Fields)
Nothing's impossible, I have found,
for when my chin is on the ground,
I pick myself up, dust myself off,
and start all over again.
Work like a soul inspired –
put your endurance to the test.
You may be sick and tired,
but you'll know you've done your best!
Don't lose your confidence if you slip,
be grateful for a pleasant trip,
Just pick yourself up, dust yourself off,
and start all over again.
Work like a soul inspired –
put your endurance to the test.
You may be sick and tired,
but you'll know you've done your best!
Life's full of obstacles that is true,
but I can tell you what to do
Just pick yourself up, dust yourself off,
and start all over again.
Work like a soul inspired –
put your endurance to the test.
You may be sick and tired,
but you'll know you've done your best!
Like Men and women of famous deeds,
Who failed until they could succeed
Just pick yourself up, dust yourself off,
and start all over again!
Work like a soul inspired –
put your endurance to the test.
You may be sick and tired,
but you'll know you've done your best!
Things may be looking up toward your goal,
but then you step right in a hole!
Just pick yourself up, dust yourself off,
and start all over again.
Just pick yourself up, dust yourself off,
and start all over again!
Reading
(Alex)
A Recipe for Resilience (excerpt, adapted)
By Margaret Weis
One part courage
Two parts tears of failure and doubt
One part deep listening
One part each of both silence and laughter
A dash of trust, a pinch of wonder
A heaping scoop of naps and snacks
In a separate bowl, mix together family, friends,
and those who challenge you to be your best self,
those with whom you disagree.
Add slowly to the larger pot a bay leaf for …
well, whatever it is bay leaves do,
and let simmer for as long as you need
(which is often longer than you realize or anticipate).
Keep the heat at an even temperature –
hot enough to cook throughout,
but not so hot it burns the bottom.
Can be served at room temperature,
warm, or even cold if necessary.
Serve alongside your favorite soft blanket,
dog, cat, or other soft item.
Make often,
Share with others,
Hold onto the leftovers –
you’ll need them after a long day that challenges your spirit.
Responsive Reading (Chris)
#646 the larger circle
Wendell Berry
We clasp the hands of those that go before us,
R: And the hands that come after us.
We enter the little circle of each other’s arms
R: And the larger circle of lovers, whose hands are all joined in a dance,
And the larger circle of all creatures,
R: Passing in and out of life, who move also in a dance,
To a music so subtle and vast that no ear hears it
R: Except in fragments.
All That We Have (adapted from ‘All That I Have’ by The Dameans)
All that we have, and all that we offer,
All that we have, and all that we offer,
Comes from our hearts both frightened and brave.
Comes from our hearts both frightened and brave.
Take what we bring now and give what we need,
Take what we bring now and give what we need,
All in the spirit of love.
All in the spirit of love.
(together)
All that we have, and all that we offer,
Comes from our hearts both frightened and brave.
Take what we bring now and give what we need,
All in the spirit of love.
Some may rely on their power
Others may trust in their gold
We have our service to offer
and love that will never grow old.
All that we have, and all that we offer,
Comes from our hearts both frightened and brave.
Take what we bring now and give what we need,
All in the spirit of love.
Sometimes the road may be lonesome
Often we may lose our way
Take courage and always remember
Love isn't just for a day.
All that we have, and all that we offer,
Comes from our hearts both frightened and brave.
Take what we bring now and give what we need,
All in the spirit of love.
Sometimes when troubles are many
We may feel We struggle in vain
Look to your family around you
Who offer to help ease your pain
All that we have, and all that we offer,
Comes from our hearts both frightened and brave.
Take what we bring now and give what we need,
All in the spirit of love.
All in the spirit of love.
(silent 4 minute meditation)
MEDITATION
(Mary)
(Mary)
From you I receive
to you I give
together we share
and in this we live.
Jambalaya
by Bruce Snow
uulala.org
Extinguishing the Chalice
(Lauren)
A Guiding Light
by Rev. Martha Munson
We extinguish the chalice here
that it might glow gently in our hearts.
May it light your path as you leave this place.
May it guide your way until we are together again.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
(Lauren)
EVENTS CALENDAR
(Lauren)
Note: Services will be held both IN PERSON AND via Zoom until further notice. Masks are optional unless you are unvaccinated. Some masks and hand sanitizer will be available.�
November Theme: Remembrance
11/6 Service: Resiliency Practices and Potluck Dinner
11/8 Election Day!
11/13 Video sermon
11/20 Wilkin Jones on the Rural AfricanAmerican Museum and Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner
11/27 Video Sermon
11/30 Adult Religious Education
CLOSING SONG
(Scott et al)
#159 THIS IS MY SONG (revised)
This is my song
o people of all nations
A song of peace
for lands afar and mine
This is my home
the country where my heart is
Here are my hopes
and dreams my holy shrine
But other hearts
in other lands are beating
With hopes and dreams
as true and high as mine.
CLOSING WORDS
(Lauren)
Let Us Remember
by Rev. Priscilla Murdock
…Let us be mindful
of the enduring bond that keeps us together. Let us remember those who went before
and paved the road for us to travel.
Let us remember our pioneers
with admiration and gratitude,
with honor and with joy.
Memories are for us to cherish and to share; the future is for us to mold together.
Let us be about that work.