Embracing “Why Not?”, April 12, 2026

Singing Bowl

PreludeWoyaya, Sol Amarifio

Call to WorshipLet Astonishment be Possible, Rev. Gretchen Haley

Opening Hymn no. #112Do You Hear?, Words by Emily L. Thorn, Music by William Caldwell

Announcements

Lighting the Chalice

Covenant

Time for All AgesThe Journey of the Birds, A Persian Wisdom Tale

Children’s RecessionalBlooming, Ajeet

 Expressions of Gratitude – UU Service Committee

OffertoryOpen My Heart, Ana Hernández

ReadingWelcome to Embracing Possibility, The Soul Matters Sharing Circle Team

Sharing of Joys and Sorrows

Spirit of Life, Carolyn McDade

Prayer and MeditationTo Ask What’s Possible, By Rev. Sara LaWall

Musical InterludeFollow the Sun, Xavier Rudd

SermonReflections on “Why Not?”, With views from the pews

Closing Hymn no. #159This is My Song, Words by Lloyd Stone, Music by Jean Sibelius

Benediction

Extinguishing the Chalice Flame

Sung Response: Carry the Flame

RecessionalEverything Possible, Rev. Fred Small