Sermon Topics – February 2014

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February 2 – Music Sunday: Together!

Led by Hal Walker, Music Director and Worship Associate Rev. Christie Anderson
Come celebrate through music and words the power of being “Together”. The service will feature personal reflections, singing, instrumental performance and a surprise to highlight ways in which our talents are enhanced by working together.

February 16 – Harmony is . . .

Led by Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Justin Czekaj
What is harmony? How do we find it, create it or sustain it? This morning we will explore this often sought but sometimes elusive goal.

February 23 – Harmony at What Cost?

Led by Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer, and Worship Associate Mary Lou Holly
Is there a shadow side to the pursuit of harmony? Are there times when seeking harmony isn’t necessarily the best goal? Come join us as we continue our exploration of what
harmony is and is not.

 

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A Lion’s Heart – January 26, 2014

lionThis multigenerational service will be led by the Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer, Director of Religious Education Karen Lapidus and Worship Associate Justin Czekaj – I don’t think I’ve ever taken a Disney movie as a text for a worship service, so this will be a first.  What can The Lion King teach us about mature courage? Not just for kids, everyone is invited to join us for this lively, multigenerational celebration of life.

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Arresting Art – January 19, 2014

Led by martin luther kingthe Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Ted Voneida – This Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend we will honor his legacy by reflecting on the courage it takes to resist oppression. Drawing on our recent tradition of Art Sunday, we will explore the courage of resistance through the arts. Is there a photograph or a painting, a song or a play or some other work of art from the civil rights movement that speaks to you of courage? If so, send me a note with the name of the artist and the piece. I’d like to include some of the art that has spoken to you in this service.

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You Be You – January 12, 2014

YouLed by Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Elaine Bowen – Just be yourself. That advice is often given when we are worried about performing well or making a good impression.  It sounds so easy. Just be yourself. This morning we look beneath the easy advice for the courage it takes to be authentically ourselves.

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Christmas Eve 2013

advent 4Led by Rev. Christie Anderson and Worship Associate Elaine Bowen – Celebrate festive Christmas fellowship at the adult- oriented service at 8:30 PM. Join in singing traditional Christmas carols, be moved by musical pieces by the talented UUCK choir, contemplate a message on the inspirational power of Christmas, and share a communal candle lighting.

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Building Capacity for Authentic Diversity – Leadership Conference

Building Capacity for Authentic Diversity

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join Evin Carvill-Ziemer and Renee Ruchotzke on January 18 for a transformational experience!
Cost: $30 per person includes snacks, lunch and materials
($25 per person for teams of 3 or more from the same congregation, $5 discount for full share congregations)
Register at http://www.ohiomeadville.org before Sunday, January 12, 2014.

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A New Chapter – January 5, 2014

A-New-ChapterLed by Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Lori McGee – A brand new year lies stretched out before us. With its opening our thoughts may be drawn to the possibilities of beginning anew. But to truly do or become something new requires more than just a turning of a page. We look this morning at the courage it takes to make a new start.

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