Order of Service
Order of Service February 16, 2025
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Binghamton
Welcome and Announcements
Passing the Peace
Prelude Prelude in E Major Frederic Chopin
Opening Words The Bright Thread of Hope by Gretchen Haley
*Doxology From all that dwell below the skies
Let songs of hope and faith arise;
Let peace, good will on earth be sung
Through every land, by every tongue.
*Covenant Love is the spirit of this congregation and service is its life. This is our great covenant: to dwell together in peace, To seek the truth in love, and to help one another. James Vila Blake (adapted)
*Chalice Lighting May this Flame by Bets Wienecke
*Hymn #1 May Nothing Evil Cross This Door
Time for All Ages Owl Babies by Martin Waddell
Singing the Children Out Go Now in Peace, Go Now in Peace
May the Spirit of Love Surround You
Everywhere, Everywhere, You May Go.
Joys and Sorrows (you are in our hearts)
Offertory Minuet in Eb Major Ludwig van Beethoven
Spoken Meditation quote by Frederick Nietzsche from Ecce Homo/ Joseph Campbell’s thoughts
Silent Meditation
Hymn #123 (please remain seated) Spirit of Life
Reading Exodus 17: 1-7
Musical Interlude On Bended Knee by Harry T. Burleigh
Sermon Tennis, Rocks, and Strawberries Rev. Dr. Arthur Suggs
*Hymn #108 My Life Flows On in Endless Song
*Chalice Extinguishing (unison) by Elizabeth S. Jones
We extinguish this flame, but not the light of truth,
the warmth of community, or the fire of commitment,
These we carry in our hearts until we are together again.
Benediction Aaronic Blessing
Postlude Two Gavottes from Cello Sonata No. 6 J. S. Bach
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*please stand in body or spirit
Worship Assoc.—Hope Post Guest Musician: Dorothy Haverly
Focal Point—Ron Clupper Tech Support, UUCB Stream Team
Technical Support: the UUCB Stream Team
*please stand in body or spirit
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What Are You Reading?
As another way to build connection and a sense of community, Jan Fiore is offering to publish a list of things we have been reading and liking. You are invited to make your suggestion known by sending her an email at janicefiore@gmail.com Either fiction or nonfiction, something you thought was worth reading. I’ll include it in the month’s Beacon, e-Blast, and UU Facebook page for your consideration.
Find out about all that is happening at UUCB! Watch for twice a week emails, check out our Facebook group (UUCB Members and Friends) and our public Facebook page. There is a monthly newsletter, The Beacon, available too. There are printed copies of the newsletter in the wall file outside the office and at the info desk, or you can request that a copy be mailed to you at home by asking Karen in the office. Also, check out our calendar of events by clicking the “News and Events” button on our website.
Our ABC Soul Matters SGM (Athens, Binghamton, Cortland “Soul Matters” Small Group Ministry) is a Multi-congregational online session. People are welcome to join any time. We will run 3rd Wednesdays at 6:30 – 8:00 October through May. Co-led by Rev. Douglas Taylor and Becca Boerger. Contact Rev. Taylor for the zoom link.
Building Bridges Periodical ; Do you want updates on what is happening in our greater community? Do you like sharing your thoughts and opinions on social justice? Do you enjoy reading other people’s thoughts and opinions about social justice?
The Social Action HUUB publishes a monthly periodical called Building Bridges Periodical.
To subscribe and get the submission guidelines, email buildingbridgesmonthly@uubinghamton.org.
Kadampa Buddhist Meditation at UUCB Every Tuesday at 7pm Using meditation and Buddhist wisdom to train our mind, we can reduce negative thinking and learn to think in ways that produce a positive, peaceful outlook. We can respond to daily challenges in a more constructive fashion, improve our relationships and make our life truly meaningful. We gain incredible confidence knowing we know HOW to move forward for a happier life. $10 fee per week.
Sunshine Circle : Would you like to send cards on behalf of UUCB to congregants for birthdays, bereavement, support and other important events? We need you on the caring card team. Cards, envelopes, addresses and stamps can be provided. If you would like to be a part of this team let Traci Pena know at gettickledpink2015@gmail.com
LGBTQ Group Join us in the chapel on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 6pm-8pm in the chapel .Join us in this safe place to be yourself and connect with others.
UUCB Plants: Our plants are lovingly cared for by the UUCB Pagan group. Please refrain from watering them or bringing in more plants from home. If you have a question or concern about a plant, please talk to Adee Wilson.
Cranberry Coffeehouse
Cranberry Coffeehouse hosts a live music performance on the 3rd Saturday of each month in the UUCB sanctuary. Suggested donated for these events is $10 per person but no one will be turned away for an inability to pay. Coffee, tea and treats are available for purchase and the proceeds form those sales benefits UUCB. Please Note: Concerts have moved to 7:00 pm (they used to be at 7:30 pm).