Freedom From, Freedom To, and Freedom to Be
Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains
June 22, 2025
Elizabeth Rose & Cheryl Morris, Worship Associates
Oxford English Dictionaries define freedom as the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint. It can be viewed through many different lenses, and in this service we will hear reflections from members of our community on some aspect that is meaningful to them.
Song for Gathering Enter, Rejoice, and Come In #361 words and music by Louise Ruspini
Greeting Elizabeth Rose
Land Acknowledgement read by Ellen Goodwin
Lighting of the Chalice The Healing in Freedom by Rev. Gretchen Haley read by Beth Karow
Singing the Children on Their Way
Welcome Cheryl Morris
Opening Words Elizabeth Rose
Joys & Sorrows
Prayer & Meditation In the midst of a world by Rebecca Ann Parker read by Carol Richey
Song Spirit of Life #123 words and music by Carolyn McDade
Tapestry Speakers Jim Bair, Marlene Bottenfield, and Karl Snyder
Offering Cheryl Morris
Offertory Let the Mystery Be by Iris Dement, sung by Kathryn Young and Taylor Carey
Dedication Cheryl Morris
Thank You & Announcements
Closing Song We Are A Gentle, Angry People #170 words and music by Holly Near
Closing Words Elizabeth Rose and Cheryl Morris
Community Benediction / Extinguishing of the Chalice
Carry the flame of peace and love until we meet again.
Music for Going Forth