A Nomination for the Greatest Unitarian Ever
May 31, 2009
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Rev. Charles Gaines
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Over forty-five years in our ministry, I've heard and written a number of sermons about the greatest Unitarians (and Universalists, too). I'll share with you another nomination that I or my colleagues hardly ever mention.
© Rev. Charles Gaines
We Remember
May 24, 2009
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Rev. Diane Dowgiert
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Memory is part of what makes us human. Rituals play an important part in stitching memories together into a quilt of wisdom. We’ll consider the rituals of our lives, those small habits that add structure to our days and those intentional celebrations that add meaning to our years.
© Rev. Diane Dowgiert
Milestone Moments: A Service of Rituals
May 17, 2009
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Rev. Diane Dowgiert and Lisa McDaniel-Hutchings
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Marking the passages of life within community makes them more meaningful. Our graduating youth will take part in a bridging ceremony and our newest members will be recognized, all wrapped in the beauty of a traditional Unitarian Universalist Flower Communion.
The Flower Communion
© Rev. Diane Dowgiert
Bridging Ceremony for Anne Jones and Aja Newhouse-Illige officiated by Rev. Diane Dowgiert, Lisa McDaniel-Hutchings with remarks by Tom Clowes
Many Hands Make Light Work
May 10, 2009
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Rev. Diane Dowgiert and UUCT Staff
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A church community is a special kind of home, a place that shelters and nourishes the mind, body, and spirit. It is so because of the many who call this place home and the gifts of time and treasure each brings. Mother's wisdom says, Many hands make light work. On this Mother's Day we'll recognize volunteers who have gone above and beyond to make our church home for all.
Homily on Mother's Wisdom
© Rev. Diane Dowgiert
Staff Recognition of Special Volunteers: An annual event followed by general recognition of all volunteers.