Gathering Music
Tetiana Zibrova, piano
Ringing of the Chimes
Rev. James
Introit
“We Gather Now In Morning Song,” music from Tallis canon
Rev. Dr. James Kubal-Komoto, UUFR Lead Minister
Combined Choirs: including the UUFR Choir and guest musicians from UU churches in NC
Conducted by nationally-known composer, arranger, and conductor Ana Hernandez
Opening Words
Rev. James
Special Music
“Hold My Hope,” Words and music by Ana Hernandez
Combined Choirs, conducted by Ana Hernandez
Chalice Lighting
Becky Elliott, Worship Associate (9:30)
Alison Hurwitz, Worship Associate (11:15)
Opening Hymn
“Kol Hanneshama”
Music by Ana Hernandez, text from the last verse of Psalm 150
Combined Choirs and Congregation; Ana Hernandez, hymn leader
Welcome and Announcements
Becky Elliott (9:30)
Alison Hurwitz (11:15)
Meet and Greet Your Neighbor
Joys and Sorrows
Rev. James
Shared Silence
Meditative Hymn
“Open My Heart”
Words and music by Ana Hernandez
Combined Choirs and Congregation; Ana Hernandez, hymn leader
Offering
Holly Thomasson, UUFR Board Member (9:30)
Cathie Feild, UUFR Board Member (11:15)
Offertory
“The Spirit of God”
Words by Hildegard of Bingen, adapted from translation by Barbara Newman
Music adapted by Ana Hernandez from “Give Me Your Hand” by O’Cathain
Combined Choirs, conducted by Ana Hernandez
Reading
“A Letter to my Son” by UU Minister David Rankin
Becky Elliott (9:30)
Alison Hurwitz (11:15)
Special Music
“The Handiwork of God”
Words and music by Mark A. Miller
Combined Choirs and Congregation, conducted by Ana Hernandez
Message
“Reflections on 25 Years of Ministry
Rev. James
Closing Hymn
“There Are Many Voices Beside Us” by Ana Hernandez
Combined Choirs and Congregation; Ana Hernandez, hymn leader
Closing Words
Rev. James
Postlude
“Mazurka in G minor” by F. Chopin
Tetiana Zibrova, piano
