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Universal Spirit of Life, God of many names, Source of all being in which we live and breathe and have our being, We come together in prayer even though many us struggle with what that means. We come together before that which is greater than us, although we struggle to say what that is....Prayer | By Krista Taves | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: 3rd Principle (Acceptance & Spiritual Growth), 4th Principle (Truth & Meaning), Conflict, Diversity, God, Presence, Spiritual Practice, Suffering, UnityWorship element -
Do you seek eternal life? Would you accept it if you knew it was already yours? None of us knows what the future may bring. None of us knows the hour of our passing. But this we may know— Eternal life is ours, here and now. Look within this moment. Its span of time may be the briefest of instants.Meditation | By Thomas Rhodes | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Awe, Immanence, Mystery, Presence, Unitarian Universalism, WonderWorship element
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We come together this morning as celebrants, as seekers and companions. We enter into this, the longest day, joyfully, allowing ourselves the beauty of this time together in which we may rest our cares and sorrows, and allow our hearts and spirits to be uplifted....Opening | By B Leslie Koons | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: 3rd Principle (Acceptance & Spiritual Growth), 7th Principle (Interconnected Web), Balance, Beauty, Earth, Presence, Searching, Summer SolsticeWorship element
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The following meditation will begin and end with the sound of the mindfulness bell. breathing in i am aware of my pain. breathing out i am aware that i am not my pain. breathing in i am aware of my past. breathing out i am aware that i am not my past. breathing in i am aware of my anger....Meditation | By Nathan C. Walker | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Awe, Body, Buddhism, Contemplation, Direct Experience, Discernment, Healing, Health, Kindness, Mindfulness, Peace, PresenceWorship element
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If you woke this morning with a sorrow so heavy that you need the help of this community to carry it; or if you woke with a joy so great that it simply must be shared, now is the time for you to speak....Ritual | By Judy Welles | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Joy, Listening, Presence, Sorrow, Unitarian Universalism, VulnerabilityWorship element
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Ministry is a quality of relationship between and among human beings that beckons forth hidden possibilities; inviting people into deeper, more constant, more reverent relationship with the world and with one another; carrying forward a long heritage of hope and liberation that has dignified and...Reading | By Gordon B McKeeman | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Compassion, Healing, Installations, Leadership, Ordinations, Presence, Service, Teacher Dedication, Unitarian UniversalismWorship element
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I love to pray, to go deep down into the silence: To strip myself of all pride, selfishness, and coldness of heart; To peel off thought after thought, passion after passion, till I reach the genuine depths of all; To remember how short a time ago I was nothing,and in how short a time again I will...Meditation | By David O. Rankin | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: God, Immanence, PresenceWorship element
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In this familiar place, listen: to the sounds of breathing, creaking chairs, shuffling feet, clearing throats, and sighing all around Know that each breath, movement, the glance meant for you or intercepted holds a life within it....Prayer | By Barbara J Pescan | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Body, Community, Connections, Presence, Silence, Unitarian UniversalismWorship element
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Divine spark from sacred dark Symbol of our holy intent Illuminate this hour.Chalice Lighting | By Kathy A Huff | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Discernment, Grace, Growth, Immanence, Meaning, Presence, Revelation, Reverence, Sacred, Unitarian Universalism, WonderWorship element -
At this hour, in small towns and big cities, in single rooms and ornate sanctuaries, many of our sibling Unitarian Universalist congregations are also lighting a flaming chalice. As we light our chalice today, let us remember that we are part of a great community of faith. May this dancing flame...Chalice Lighting | By Judith L Quarles | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Calling, Community, Connections, Faith, Hope, Interdependence, Justice, Love, Presence, Unitarian UniversalismWorship element -
Holy spirit, We feel you moving among us here. Bless us with your presence. For we are in need… …in need of strength and courage. Our road is filled with rocks, with boulders strewn, boulders so high we sometimes wonder whether we can climb them, We are in need… …in need of comfort and...Meditation | By Judith L Quarles | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Challenge, Connections, Peace, Presence, Strength, Unitarian UniversalismWorship element
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During a Blessing of the Animals, it is customary for members of the congregation to bring their animal companions with them to the service. If they cannot bring their animal friend with them, encourage them to bring a photo or some other meaningful item related to their animal friend. Prelude:...Complete Service | By Katherine A Jesch | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: 7th Principle (Interconnected Web), Animal Blessing, Animals, Direct Experience, Earth, Gratitude, Nature, Presence, Unitarian UniversalismWorship element
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My friends, may the Spirit of Love be A living flame before you, A guiding star above you, A firm path below you, And a gentle presence behind you.Closing | By Eric Williams | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Love, Presence, Reverence, Transcendence, Unitarian Universalism, WonderWorship element -
With faithful progress, The Great Sun has traveled, From north to south again, And on this day pauses. So we also stand still, With the whole Earth, In quiet thankfulness, To the Source of Blessing, The Giver of All Light.Ritual | By Eric Williams | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Patience, PresenceWorship element
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For this one hour, Spirit of Life we let go. For this one hour, may we let go of our anxieties, our fears, our anger, our self-doubts, our regrets, our petty grievances, and our distractions....Chalice Lighting | By Paul Stephan Dodenhoff | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Anger, Doubt, Fear, Letting Go, Peace, Presence, Regret, Reverence, Transcendence, WorryWorship element -
Utility | November 8, 2014 | For Grades 4-5 | From Sing to the PowerTagged as: Connections, Listening, Nature, Presence, SilenceCurriculum page -
Utility | November 8, 2014 | For Grades 4-5 | From Sing to the PowerTagged as: Justice, Nonviolence, Power, PresenceCurriculum page
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Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "The Presence of Angels" Optional: Computer with Internet access and large monitor or digital projector and screen Preparation for Activity Read the story and prepare to share it with the group. Read the discussion questions....Activity | October 20, 2014 | For Children, Grades 4-5 | From Sing to the PowerTagged as: Compassion, Justice, Nonviolence, Power, PresenceCurriculum page -
Utility | September 16, 2013 | From Building BridgesTagged as: Honesty, Presence, ResponsibilityCurriculum page -
To be mindful is to live with appreciative awareness of each passing moment. To be mindful is to be aware of what is happening here and now – the sunlight outdoors, the taste of food, your own feelings.Small Group Ministry Guide | By David Herndon Minister, First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA | August 11, 2013 (reviewed April 2025) | For Adults | From Faith Curricula LibraryTagged as: Mindfulness, PresencePage/Article