April 29, 2012
Hedge – Bangor’s Own Transcendentalist
Did you know that one of the key transcendentalist Unitarians was the minister in Bangor? It was Frederic Henry Hedge, and he became minister here in 1835. Let us consider his ministry here in the Queen City.
- Worship Leader: Rev. Becky Gunn
- Worship Associate: Susan Wishkoski
- Lay Coordinator: Phyllis Havens
- The Choir sings
May 6, 2012
Separation of Church and State
The foundation of our religious freedom in this country is based on the clear divide between the secular and the religious in matters of state. The reality is that all of us are influenced by the values held by our religion or philosophy. The question then becomes how does one distinguish between the secular and religious values and how we govern ourselves as a nation. These are issues of strong import during this election year.
- Worship Leader: The Rev. Becky Gunn
- Music: Nancy Lewis
- Worship Associate: Laurie Cartier
- Lay Coordinator: Deb Harvey
May 13, 2012
Our UUSB Youth ‘Coming of Age’
This Sunday service will be presented by the four bright participants in our coming of Age program. Since January, they have been working together in exploration of their world, their church, and their beliefs. They have chosen nature as the theme for the service which they have put together for our congregation. Come and be inspired by the readings and thoughts by our UU youth.
- Worship Associate: The Rev. Becky Gunn
- Music: Rissa Moore
May 20, 2012
Religious Education Recognition Sunday
RE Sunday is the day we celebrate the Religious Education Program. We take this time to reflect on the year, to notice how we have grown and how, when we water the garden of our hearts with love, acceptance, compassion, intention, and community, we grow. Each class will share a little about their year, and each teacher and child will receive a flower to take home and plant. Importantly, we take this day to fully appreciate the work of the teachers—the volunteers who make it happen! The Choir will sing. The UUSB Annual Meeting will follow the service.
May 27, 2012
Why We Remember
The holiday called Memorial Day has become less and less of a holiday based in history and more and more the holiday starting summer. The purpose behind Memorial Day is to honor those who have died in the service of our country. The purpose remains even if not overly celebrated. We need to celebrate those who have lost their lives in pursuit and maintenance of our freedoms. Let us consider who and why we remember.
- Worship Leader: The Rev. Becky Gunn
- Music: Nancy Lewis
- Worship Associate: Judy Sims
- Lay Coordinator: Vyvyenne Ritchie