Order of Service for June 8, 2025
“Flower Communion”

Gathering Music

Welcome Song: “Peace Like a River” (Hymn #100)

Land Acknowledgment

Lighting the Candles of Fellowship and Chalice of Heritage
Let us open our eyes to see what is beautiful.
Let us open our minds to learn what is true.
Let us open our hearts to love one another.

Opening Hymn: “The Oneness of Everything,” #1052
Sing all 3 verses

Welcome

The Story of Norbert and Maja Čapek, Part One

Music: “Single Petal of a Rose” (Ellington, arr. Lee)
Josh Lee and the Extended Family
Crossing Chorale

The Story of the Flower Ceremony

Dedication of Flowers

Hymn of Affirmation: “Spirit of Life,” #123
Sing through once

New Member Celebration

Music: “Daisy’s Dance” (Lee)
Josh Lee and the Extended Family
Crossing Chorale

The Story of Norbert and Maja Čapek, Part Two

Financial Affirmation

Offertory

Flower Ceremony

Closing Words

Extinguishing the Chalice
We extinguish this chalice, but not the light of truth,
The warmth of community, or the fire of commitment.
These remain kindled until we meet again.

Close of Service

Postlude

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With thanks to:
Rev. Kim Wildszewski, Senior Minister
Robin Pugh, Director of Congregational Life
Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry
Dr. Erin Busch, Director of Music Ministry

Musicians:
Josh Lee and the Extended Family
Crossing Chorale

New Members of UUCWC:
Claudia Bender, Cecilia Borden, Janice Blair,
Ally Cook, Carmen Diggs-Pinto, Sylvia Light,
Carol Schoenleber, Lee Schofer, Johanna Stasolla,
Katie Tobin, Mike Toole, Amy Toole

Tech Team:
Ariel Schwartz, Colin Campbell, Karen Coleman,
Mike Gianella, MJ Hansen, Simone Niemczura

Hosts:
Maria Baratta, Denny Rodgers,
Penny Rodgers, Connie Schofer

Sunday Steward:
Roberto Santiago