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First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco
January 4, 2015 11:00 AM
Reconciliation and Dedication
U P CO M I N G E V E N T S
Senior Minister Rev. John Buehrens 132 [email protected] Minister Rev. Alyson Jacks 232 [email protected] Minister Rev. JD Benson 122 [email protected] Minister Cindy Pincus 302 [email protected] Finance & Administration Emily Wilson 152 ewilson @uusf.orgCenter Facilities Director Kerry E. Parker 202 [email protected] Manager Donald Johnson 272 [email protected] Manager Jonathan Silk 192 [email protected] & Young Adult Coordinator Molly Johnson [email protected] Director Dr. Mark Sumner 252 [email protected] Organist Reiko Oda Lane 282 [email protected]
UUSF STAFFTitle Name Ext. Email
1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 415-776-4580 ; FAX 415-776-4400
www.uusf.org/ [email protected]
WELCOME TO THE FIRST UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST SOCIETY OF SAN FRANCISCO
Since its founding in 1850 this congregation has been a beacon of religious liberalism in this city. During the Civil War, the Rev. Thomas Starr King was credited with keeping
California in the Union. He also challenged racism, raised millions for humanitarian relief and inspired new efforts in education.
Unitarianism and Universalism in America both arose in New England during the American Revolution. Because the roots of both traditions are in the Judeo-Christian tradition, you will see on the walls of our sanctuary two inscriptions:
"What doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?" (from the Hebrew prophet Micah) and “The Kingdom of God is within you.” (from the Gospels)
Our religious forebears were far more interested in the religion of Jesus than in beliefs about Jesus. Today we agree more about how we strive to treat others than we do about beliefs. Our backgrounds and spiritual orientations are diverse. Among us are people who consider themselves atheists, agnostics, humanists, Christians, Jews, Buddhists, Muslims, and people guided by other forms of spirituality and belief.
Belief is many things, and so is disbelief. But we are interested in what happens to us when we open our minds to wider truth, our hearts to compassion, and our souls to the call to work for justice and peace.
If you are interested in learning more, we invite you to a Newcomers Orientation usually held on the first Sunday of each month following the service. At the Welcome Table you will find pamphlets and other information. For more about our congregation, please visit our website at www.uusf.org.
Membership Matters 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, Murdock Room (TODAY!)
With Rev. Alyson Jacks and George Cavage, Membership Chair. New to this church? New to Unitarian Universalism? Come to this informal, interactive orientation to learn more about our church community and our faith tradition. Newcomer orientation is co-led by our ministerial and membership teams. Open to everyone.
Unitarian Universalist Service Committee Guest at Your Table Ingathering (TODAY!)
From Thanksgiving through New Years members of our congregation have kept Guest at Your Table boxes on our dining tables or other family gathering spots and “fed” them daily with donations to support the work of the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee, our UU human rights and faith in action organization.
We will be gathering the Guest at Your Table boxes during the Offertory this morning. If you are able to count the contributions in your box and write a check for the total, it will be helpful to those doing the count and tally after the ingathering.
Find out more about UUSC’s work, please go to their website at http://www.uusc.org/ or stop by the UUSC fair trade and information table after the service.
Humanists and Non Theists Potluck and Discussion (6PM) Aspirations for 2015 (TODAY!)
OK, we’re starting a new year. The possibilities are infinite. What do you want for yourself, the Humanists & Non-Theists group, the congregation and the world in 2015? Come and share your aspirations with your friends.
The Potluck begins at 6PM. Please bring a dish to share if you are able. We’ll start the discussion at 6:30 PM. Everyone is welcome.
Universalists and Unitarians In America: A People’s History Seven Wednesday evenings at 7PM in the Murdock Room beginning January 7 and going until February 25 (omitting Feb. 4)
Religion is people. Beliefs evolve, organizations form, leaders develop. But if we see only the brightest stars, overlooking those of less magnitude and fame, we won’t see the constellations. Learn about fascinating but often forgotten forebears in the two American branches of liberal religion that came together just over 50 years ago to form the UUA. Copies of the book of the same title, by John Buehrens, will be for sale for $15. Contributions of $5 per session will be requested but not required. You need not attend every session to enjoy this learning experience!
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“Reconciliation, n: 1) the restoration of friendly relations;
2) the act of making one view or belief compatible with another. . .”
Prelude How Brightly Shines the Morning Star JS Bach Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
About Today's Guest MusicianEllen Cowan, who performs under the name Elena McEntire, is a long-time contributor to music at the church. She studied classical music at Yale, the San Francisco Conservatory and Vienna's Hochschule fuer Musik u.d. Kunst and has performed in diverse venues ranging from opera houses and concert halls in New York, California, Texas, Vienna, Germany and Bulgaria, to the stages of the Ahmanson Theater, Herbst Theater and Jazz at Lincoln Center. She delights in intimate interpretations in smaller settings and dedicates today's lullabys to Reiko, in celebration of her grandchild, and to Julian, her own small son.
*Reciting Our Congregational Covenant Love is the spirit of this church, and service is its prayer. This is our great covenant: to dwell together in peace, to seek the truth in freedom, and to help one another.
*Doxology Tallis' Canon
Welcome and Announcements Stephen Schwichow
Greeting One Another
Sermon Reconciliation and Dedication Rev. John Buehrens
Offertory Schlafe mein Liebster JS BachCradle Song from Weinachts Oratorium
Opening Words For So the Children Come Sophia Lyon Fahs
*Hymn 259 We Three Kings of Orient Are Traditional
Pastoral Prayer Rev. John Buehrens
Responsive Reading 717 New Life Comes to Us G.K. Beach
Child Dedication Aria Ruby Hikari Reyes
Nysa Hikari Lane and Martin Reyes
Unison Prayer May you grow to love only that which is good. May you seek and attain that good. May you learn to be gentle and respect yourself. May you serve your fellow humans in need. May you know good people all the days of your life. May you lessen a bit the tides of sorrow. May you come to know that which is Holy in life. May its spirit abide with you always. Amen.
Sermon Talk-Back, Kincaid RoomEach Sunday you are welcome to join members and friends of this church for an after-worship discussion of the sermon session led by Donald Matusen at 12:15 PM.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, January 7, 7PM Fireside Room" Universalists And Unitarians In America: A People’s History"With John Buehrens and Cindy Pincus
Sunday, January 11, 9:30 AM MLK Room" State of the City" with Tim RedmondForum - Breakfast at 9:15 AM
Sunday, January 11, 9:30 AM Fireside Room" Taoism: Naturalism: philosophic, mystical, and magical" Minister's Seminar with Rev. John Young
Sunday, January 18, 6PM Chapel" Church After Dark" with Cindy Pincus, intern ministerChurch After Dark, beginning January 18, is a place for reconciling and healing. Our Sunday morning worships bring a lot of brightness and big, beautiful voices and songs. Experience a quieter evening-time with us!
Saturday, January 24, 9AM to 12:30 PM, TSK Room" Building Our UUSF Justice Ministries" Everyone Invited!
Check it out!
Rev. John Buehrens has a new posting called the Minister's Blog. There is a new post released every Wednesday. To read a copy go to our website at www.uusf.org and type "minister's blog" in the search bar.
Meet with John!
Rev. Buehrens is available to meet with you Monday through Thursday. Contact John to schedule an appointment.
WelcomeIf you are visiting today, please take a moment to fill out the yellow Newcomer Card located in the pew rack. It will allow you to sign up for our weekly e-newsletter, The Flame. Please stop by our Welcome Table in the gallery after the service or speak with a minister to learn more about our liberal religious home.
Service Animals & Scent Free ZoneIn our Sanctuary we have dedicated two areas. The left pews as you face the chancel are for people with animals such as assistance dogs. The right pews as you face the chancel are for people who are sensitive to fragrances such as cologne and/or perfumes. If you have any questions please see one of our Sunday Worship Ushers located in the Narthex (entry way of Sanctuary).
Join us for coffee hour in the Starr King Room following the service
* Please rise if you are able.
Solo A la Nanita Nana Traditional E. McEntire Cowan, mezzo-soprano
Mark Johnson, piano
*Hymn 391 Voice Still and Small John Corrado
Readings Mark 1:9-11; “First Lesson,” by Phillip Booth
Chalice Lighting
Sleep little Jesus, be blessedFountains run clear and soundingThe nightingale cries and sings in the jungleSilently, rock the cradle
Reflection Rev. JD Benson, Assistant Minister
Moments of Silent Meditation
Solo Lullaby Greg Kallor
Sleep, my beloved, enjoy your rest,and awaken after it for all the fortunate!Let your heart delight,experience the joy
When the sun goes to bed and the stars shine down,When the moon walks the sky in all her silvery gown,Then everywhere you listen there's a sweet, simple sound: Lullaby
In the rumble of cities at night it is heard,A mellow, a murmuring magical word: LullabyTomorrow we will laugh and play, But now it's the end of the day.
Go to sleep; the moon will keep on beaming.Mom and Dad will be near by you.Close your eyes, the time is right for dreaming.All the sounds of day slip silently away, There's nothing more to say or do.
As you drift off to sleep with the stars all around, Towards a magical land where sweet dreams abound,I'll stay nearby to watch you and I'll be dreaming, too.Of a little boy that some day will be you.
*Hymn 315 This Old World Restoration
*Benediction
Postlude Rejoicing - Minuet - Finale G F Handel (from the Royal Fireworks)
Building Tour, SanctuaryIf you are new to the church, or just visiting, and would like a tour of the church building, please meet your tour guide at the front of the Sanctuary immediately after the service. Tour will last approximately 15-20 minutes. Building Tour Guides coordinated by George Mayer.
