Who knows what the future may hold? How do we face the unknowing?

We often think of courage as those big actions that make front page headlines. But what about the moments in our lives that require us to quietly show up courageously?

AI represents some real ethical challenges. Where are we humans in all this? 5:22 Welcome and Announcements 8:53 Opening Hymn 11:14 Centering Words 14:40 Bring in the light and Chalice Lighting 17:29 Time For All Ages 21:25 Offertory 25:45 Pastoral Meditation 28:55 Choir Anthem 32:45 Reading 34:54 Meditative Hymn 36:00 Sermon 54:08 Closing hymn 56:30 Benediction and Chalice Extinguishing 57:30 Choral Benediction

The philosopher Charles Taylor talks about living a ”porous” life - open to experience and change - and living a "buffered" life - trying to be protected. We will examine what might help us lead a porous life. 5:53 Welcome and Announcements 8:20 Opening Hymn 9:47 Land Acknowledgement and Centering Words 15:17 Bring in the Light and Chalice Lighting 17:44 Time For All Ages 24:39 Offertory 29:31 Pastoral Meditation 35:00 Choir Anthem 39:31 Reading 42:10 Meditative Hymn 43:27 Sermon 1:01:20 Closing hymn 1:03:34 Benediction and Chalice Extinguishing 1:04:43 Choral Benediction

NOTE: *Two services return! 9:15 Nouurish and 11am traditional* Join us for this annual ritual welcoming the start of the new church year! Bring water from your home, your haunts, or your travels to pour into our common bowl. (We will have additional pitchers so everyone can participate)! Water is powerful, and has the potential to nourish or erode. How can we remain flexible in the flow of change, and let water remind us that together we have everything we need? 5:08 Welcome and Announcements 8:22 Opening Hymn 10:17 Land Acknowledgement and Centering Words 14:59 Bring in the light and Chalice Lighting 17:54 Time For All Ages 22:22 Offertory 32:04 Pastoral Meditation 34:58 Ritual 45:34 Choir Anthem 49:44 Homily 58:13 Closing hymn 1:01:00 Benediction and Chalice Extinguishing 1:01:46 Choral Benediction

4:31 Welcome and Announcements 7:22 Land Acknowledgement 9:00 Opening Hymn 11:14 Connection 15:17 Bring in the light and Chalice Lighting 16:48 Time For All Ages 21:19 Offertory 25:20 Pastoral Meditation 31:00 Special Music 31:57 Readings 35:59 Meditative Tune 36:26 Sermon 1:00:34 Closing hymn 1:02:34 Benediction and Chalice Extinguishing 1:03:46 Choral Benediction

We celebrate all the animals in our life, all those who have or are currently bringing joy to our lives. Animals who can handle being around other pets and people are welcome to join in person! (On a leash or in a carrier, please). If your pet will be happier at home, bring their photo or a favorite toy, collar, etc. Photos of pets who have passed or other mementos are also welcome on our altar. 8:24 Welcome and Announcements 9:44 Opening Hymn 12:20 Land Acknowledgement and Centering Words 17:04 Bring in the light and Chalice Lighting 19:30 Time For All Ages 26:44 Offertory 31:12 Pastoral Meditation 34:44 Special Music 37:24 Animal Remembrance Ritual 41:12 Animal Blessing 44:05 Animal Parade 51:42 Closing hymn 53:58 Benediction and Chalice Extinguishing

We tend to see sickeness and health as opposites, but I think they are two ends of a long and complicated spectrum. What does that mean for us? 4:29 Welcome and Announcements 5:55 Opening Hymn 7:31 Land Acknowledgement and Centering Words 12:50 Bring in the light and Chalice Lighting 15:05 Time For All Ages 20:19 Offertory 29:54 Pastoral Meditation 34:29 Special Music 35:19 Reading 37:36 Meditative Hymn 39:17 Sermon 57:47 Closing hymn 59:47 Benediction and Chalice Extinguishing 1:00:51 Musical Benediction

This is an opportunity for you to ask whatever questions you may have for me. Curious about UUism? This church? Life in general? Ask away! We will take questions from the audience in person and from online viewers. 2:59 Welcome and Announcements 5:07 Opening Hymn 6:42 Land Acknowledgement and Centering Words 12:20 Bring in the light and Chalice Lighting 14:50 Time For All Ages 18:04 Offertory 25:06 Pastoral Meditation 31:23 Choir Anthem 35:28 Sermon 58:40 Closing hymn 1:01:14 Benediction and Chalice Extinguishing 1:02:05 Choral Benediction

With the help of a grant, the School for Young Children has been able to substantially renovate their playground! This Sunday we will celebrate its grand opening, dedicating it to the spirit which imbues all of SYC: "Learning Through Play." Come join us as we engage in a variety of playful practices that help us learn - no matter our age! 0:00 Board Announcements 2:00 Opening Song 4:10 Land Acknowledgement and Centering Words 8:33 Bringing in the Light and Chalice Lighting 10:51 Time for All Ages 17:46 Share the Plate and Offertory 21:42 Pastoral Meditation 25:17 Meditative Song 26:05 Sermon 34:06 Chalice Extinguishing and Closing Hymn/Parade