Speaker: Rev. Ann Kadlecek

Sankofa

with Worship Associate Jacqui Walpole The word “Sankofa” refers to bringing what is good from the past into the present and future – it is an act of looking both at where we’ve been and where we’re going. Today, as we say farewell to our current minister and prepare for our new minister, we’ll engage … Continue reading Sankofa

The Potter’s Wheel

with Worship Associate Jacqui WalpoleAs our shared developmental ministry draws to a close, this is the first of two services that will explore this transitional moment for Paint Branch. With the help of Paint Branch singers and chalice dancers, we’ll begin to look backward at where we’ve been together, and forward toward what is yet … Continue reading The Potter’s Wheel

The Call of Beauty

with Worship Associate Lula Beatty“Beauty,” says the poet John O’Donohue, “is not a neutral thing. It’s actually calling you.” In this service, we’ll explore the call of beauty, as we hold our annual flower ceremony. If you can, please bring a flower to share, and you will receive a different flower to take away with … Continue reading The Call of Beauty

You’ll Be in My Heart: Reflections on Mother’s Day

with Worship Associate Carol Carter WalkerThere are many different experiences of Mother’s Day. We gather today in all the complexity of this day to explore and honor what might be true and meaningful about this celebration for each of us. Streaming to our FaceBook page, on Zoom and in person at 3:00 at:   University Christian Church   … Continue reading You’ll Be in My Heart: Reflections on Mother’s Day

The Path of Love

with Liturgist Andy McIntireAccording to the proposed revision of Article II of the Unitarian Universalist bylaws (which will be voted on at General Assembly next month), “Love is the power that holds us together and is at the center of our shared values.” What might it mean for us to center that power? What is … Continue reading The Path of Love