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May 2013 Transcendence

May 5 Coming of Age and Bridging Service
Rev. Krista Taves

In these deeply moving ceremonies, we honor the transitions of our young people. The Coming of Age program recognizes the move from childhood to youth. Honorees have been exploring their faith and their beliefs in a group as well as one-on-one with mentors as they prepare to officially join our Senior Youth Group. The Bridging program recognizes high school seniors as they "graduate" out of our Religious Education program and join the ranks of UU Young Adults.
Special Music: Worship Band. Pianist: Todd Painter
Adult RE: Sermon Talkback

May 12 The Wisdom of Those Who Raised Us.
Rev. Krista Taves.

We celebrate parents and guardians this Sunday. We celebrate the delicate art of preparing a young person for the business of living.
Special Music: Carrie Lang and Ann Kehler. Pianist: Todd Painter
Adult RE: Sermon Talkback

May 19Transcendence as Boundaried Infinite Love
Rev. Krista Taves

As liberal religious people, we do not tend to place much emphasis on transcendence, especially when it comes to the holy. We are much more likely to see the holy or sacred as immanent in ourselves, our relationships, and the world. What can the concept of transcendence mean for us in a concrete way? This Sunday is also our Annual Flower Communion, when we bring flowers to share with our community. Bring flowers from your garden or the grocery store. Flowers will be available for those who cannot bring them. If you are able to bring extras for our guests, please do so.
Special Music: Emersons iBand. Pianist: Todd Painter
Adult RE: Congregational Meeting.

May 26 Soul Café

Join us for an informal gathering of fellowship and music. If you would like to offer music please let us know! Email Randy in our office and our worship team will be in touch with you. There are a limited number of musical spots, so please be in touch soon! Bring beverages and food to share for a wonderful morning of music and good company.
Pianist: Todd Painter



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THIS WEEK at Emerson, "TWAE" (PDF).
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