Nearly everything we’ve been taught about the Thanksgiving origin story is embellished, exaggerated, or just plain made up to serve political ends. What, then, are we to do with this national holiday? What voices can we turn to to for reality-based wisdom, and gratitude based in historical truth?
9:15 AM: An in-person, all-ages service
Led by Rev. Kristina Church, Director of Religious Education Colleen Thoele, and Music Director Emily Hall.
10:00 AM Lifespan Religious Exploration
Religious exploration for our children and youth in classrooms.
Facilitated small reflection groups for adults in Hobbs Hall using our wondering questions:
- Spiritual growth sometimes means letting go of beloved stories or habits when our perspective widens. Is there a part of the Thanksgiving story you might actually need to grieve, or more learning you need to do about how this holiday was actually created?
- Does your family or culture have a tradition for expressing gratitude for food (such as saying grace at meals, etc.)? What plants or foods originally cultivated by peoples of North, Central, and South America are you grateful for, and what would you have a hard time living without?
10:00 AM Social Hour
Our social hour in Hobbs Hall is open to all. Connect with others, learn about the church, find out about programs and other opportunities to connect.
11:00 AM: A multi-platform traditional service (both in person and on Zoom)
Led by Rev. Kristina Church and Worship Associate Elaine Bowen.
CLICK HERE to view, download, or print the Order of Service for 11:00 AM.