Ordinary Beauty and the Power of -Er
Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains
May 8, 2022
Rev. Kevin Tarsa, with Cheryl Morris, Worship Associate
This Mother’s Day, we look to the “ordinary” beauty around and within us and invite ourselves to release our grip on the pursuit of perfection in order to arrive at the moment that is waiting for us. Music with Kate Canan and Tom Wernigg.
Song for Gathering Meditation on Breathing #1009 by Sarah Dan Jones, with Kathryn Canan, flute, and Tom Wernigg, guitar
Land Acknowledgement read by Elizabeth Bloom
Welcome Cheryl Morris, Worship Associate
Lighting of the Chalice Nurturing Beauty by Rev. Suzelle Lynch, read by Shannon Dooley-Miller
Wisdom for All Ages Sulwe by Lupita Nyong’o, illustrated by Vashti Harrison
Joys & Sorrows
Prayer Rev. Karyn Packard
Music Ancient Mother #1069
Sermon Ordinary Beauty and the Power of –Er, Rev. Kevin Tarsa
Offering Cheryl Morris
25% of our offering this month will support: Child Advocates of Nevada County, whose mission is to help Nevada County’s children grow up safe, secure, and ready for the future. Child Advocates of Nevada County provides emotional and practical support to help children overcome trauma and isolation caused by abuse and neglect so that they can rise to their potential.
Offertory Mother Gaia by Kathryn Canan
Dedication Cheryl Morris
Thank you
Closing Song How Could Anyone… by Libby Roderick #1053
Closing Words Beauty is Before Me, from the Navajo (Diné) Way Blessing Ceremony
Community Benediction / Extinguishing of the Chalice
Carry the flame of peace and love until we meet again.