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First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco
January 8, 2017 11:00 AM
"Martin Luther King Sunday"Sunday, January 15, 2017, 11 AM, Sanctuary
HOPE IS NOT IDLERev. JD Benson, Assistant Minister, preaching
Intransitive Hope
WELCOME TO OUR VISITORS!TAKE A SEAT!For people with chemical sensitivities, there is a scent-free zone, at the front of the right aisle, for people with service animals, please find marked area on left aisle.Hearing impaired? Just ask an usher for an assistance device.
CANDLES at the front of the sanctuary may be lit at any time in a silent sign of thanks or of prayerful concern.
FILL OUT A YELLOW VISITOR CARDLet us know who you are, by filling out a yellow visitor card. We’ll send you our weekly e-mail, The Flame, and our monthly newsletter, FirstNews.
STAY FOR COFFEE HOURconversation following the service in the Thomas Starr King Room.
TAKE A BRIEF TOURof our historic church. Meet your guide in the front of the pulpit immediately after service.
BOOKWAGONis open on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month following the service.
CHILDREN AND YOUTHFor information about our programs for all ages, including adults and seniors, contact Rev. Alyson Jacks, Associate Minister, [email protected], or see the Welcome Desk.
YOUNG ADULTS, UUSF has a thriving twenties and thirties community. We invite you to meet us at the TNT Table outside Starr King after service.
UU Public Issues Forum (MLK Room) and Minister’s Seminar (Fireside Room)
9:30 AM on most Sundays September to June.
Newcomer Orientation First Sunday of each month at 12:30 PM.
Invitation to Membership2nd Sunday of alternate months: Sept, Nov, Jan, Mar, May.
A d u l t R e l i g i o u s E d u c a t i o n
ORIGINS OF UNIVERSALISM AND UNITARIANISM IN AMERICAWednesday evenings, 7PM to 8:30 PM in the Murdock Room
January 25, February 1, 8, 15 and 22 (No class on Jan 11 and Jan 18)
Class Leader: Rev. John Buehrens
Rev. John Buehrens is the author of "Universalists and Unitarians in America: A People’s History" [2011]. Copies will be available for purchase for $15. A donation of $5 per session is requested, not required. It’s such a rich history! Learn more about the development of our liberal faith – in Europe, America, and here in San Francisco. You need not come to all sessions to benefit from the course.
INTRODUCTION TO JEWISH MYSTICISMSunday mornings 9:30 AM —10:45 AM, January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12
Class Leader: Rabbi Larry Raphael
Rabbi Larry Raphael, PhD. served as Senior Rabbi at Congregation Sherith Israel from 2003-2016. In the first graduating class at UC Santa Cruz, he was ordained at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, and earned his doctorate in Leadership and Higher Education at New York University.
A $5.00 donation is requested for each class. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Introduction to Jewish Mysticism is designed to introduce students to some of the central concepts of the history and philosophy of Jewish mysticism. The goal is to increase familiarity with, develop useful vocabulary of, and learn a bit from the teachings of the Jewish masters of Kabbalah. Go to http://www.uusf.org/adult-classes-and-programs to register.
UUSF ANNUAL SPAGHETTI SUPPER FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE
Saturday, January 21, 6PM to 9PM, TSK Room ($20)Fundraiser benefits educational projects of the UUSF Social Justice CouncilOn the day after the Presidential Inauguration, join us for a delicious meal, some music, and a rousing evening of recommitment to the pursuit of social justice. Our principal speaker will be Pastor Mike McBride, East Bay religious leader, social activist, and the National Director of Urban Strategy for the PICO network, of which Faith in Action Bay Area is a local affiliate. Sponsored by the UUSF Social Justice Council, the dinner will include awards to local activists by each of our social justice working groups. More info can be found in our Jan 2017 monthly Newsletter.
Purchase tickets at the door or online: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2763368
UUSF AT THE WOMEN’S MARCH
Saturday, January 21, 4PM-6PM (After the rally you are invited to return to UUSF for the Spaghetti Supper)Meet at UUSF at 4PM to get organized, use the bathroom and get the new UUSF banner. We will then walk to Civic Center for the rally. The march itself starts at 6PM. Dress warm, arrive fed, bring snacks.
This is an all community event, hosted by the UUSF 20s and 30s Community.
If you are going to the Women's March in Washington DC and want to connect with other UU's from this church please email [email protected] and we will put you in touch with them.
Thank you in advance for participating in the Congregational Survey
Go to (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZQW9FDP) or you can find a link on our home page at (www.uusf.org). Paper surveys are available in the church office if you cannot participate electronically.
Our congregation is a collection of individuals, with different opinions, preferences, needs and life circumstances. To fulfill our task as the Task Force on Future Ministry (TFFM)—to help us make the right recommendation to the board and prepare us for finding and hiring our next minister, we need to learn more about who you are, what you want, and what your priorities are. We will share with you what we have learned from this survey after we've had a chance to gather and analyze the results.
We will collect answers to the survey through Friday 1/13. But, please fill out the survey and submit it today if you can.
“Hope” is the thing with feathersThat perches in the soul - And sings the tune without the words - And never stops - at all -
Excerpt From Poem By Emily Dickinson
A F T E R T H E S E R V I C E TO D AY“Hope does not necessarily have to take an object.”
-Gail Godwin
N E X T S U N D AY
Newcomer Orientation 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, Murdock Room (TODAY)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.
Economic Justice Task Force 12:30 PM, Dutton Study (2nd Floor)Agenda items will include continuing progress on housing and worker rights issues, MAY forums and other appropriate matters, All are welcome to attend if you would like to get involved in these issues with other congregation members.
A History of Our Milky Way Galaxy, 14 Billion BCE to the Present Day 1PM, MLK Room - Humanists & Non-TheistsHumankind has an innate need to understand the universe and its origin. Prior to the development of science, myths were invented by all cultures to explain the universe. From the philosophers of ancient Greece and early scientists, such as Copernicus and Galileo, an understanding based on observation and the scientific method has gradually replaced these myths. Dr. Phil Marshall will review how our corner of the universe came into being and share astonishing images of what is seen as scientists look out to our galaxy.
Developing Cross-Cultural Solidarity with Lynn Burnett Sunday Forum, January 15, 9:30 AM, MLK Room“Developing Cross-Cultural Solidarity: Lessons From the Past, for the Sake of the Present”. Lynn is a high school history teacher with an MA in history education and specialized knowledge of the history of race, racism, and human rights in U.S. history. His teaching career began in the jails and juvenile justice systems of Arizona, and he has since taught in three major public high schools in East Oakland. Lynn is creator of the Cross Cultural Solidarity History Project, a collection of stories and curricula designed to elevate understanding of racism and whiteness in the United States.
Order of ServiceJanuary 8, 2017
11:00 AM to 12:15 PM
As we sing of hope and joy today,Some know only anguish and despair.How can we lift our voices in this wayWhile some have pain and misery to spare?If a crumbling world we would renew,We must sing no ordinary song.Peals from a noisy gong will never do!We must compose a love-song, warm & strong.Let this song our greatest hopes contain:Laughter of a well-fed child its tune,Roofs over every heartbeat its refrain,Its harmony from peaceful cities hewn.Let this song our every footstep guide.No mere clanging cymbals shall we be!Under a stone our light we'll never hide,Nor sing our holy psalms indifferently.Sing of joy while hammering each nail!Sing of hope while pulling every weed!So shall we sing together and prevail:May every Alleluia bear a seed.
© 1995 by Elizabeth Alexander.Reprinted by permission.
Anthem As We Sing of Hope and Joy Elizabeth Alexander
Tickets for this year’s January 28th Broadway Sing-Along are on sale today!Don't miss out on the opportunity to enjoy The Reverend Doctor John Buehrens singing a solo at this year's Broadway Sing-Along, coming on January 28th! John has already picked his song to offer and so can you! This annual event offers a catered dinner and a chance to hear soloists (like John), as well as plenty of opportunities to lift your own voice in a group sing-along, led by Music Director Mark Sumner! Anyone interested in singing a solo or duet song from a Broadway musical or from the Beatles extensive catalogue are encouraged to contact Mark Sumner to arrange for musical accompaniment. Info: [email protected] or 415-776-4580 x252.
Men's Winter Shelter is from February 5 until February 25Winter shelter volunteer sign-ups happen today in the TSK Room after the service! Contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Jim Stevens at [email protected] to confirm your spot or sign for up for a new one. This program depends on your generous donation of time.
Message For All Ages The Story of The Faithful Fools Alex Darr
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*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
The children and teachers depart for classes on the second stanza. If you want your child to attend Sunday School, meet in the gallery following the children's recessional, or ask for assistance in the church office.
Rev. Jacks ([email protected]) can answer questions or address special needs.
Opening Words 483 When despair for the world grows in me . . . Wendell Berry
*Hymn 33 Sovereign and Transforming Grace MANTON
Prelude How Brightly Shines the Morning Star Bach / Van Hulse
Unison Reading 560 Commitment Dorothy Day
Ingathering of “Guest At Your Table” Contributions
Reflection Susan Anthony, Worship Associate
Welcome and Announcements Joe Chapot, Young Adult Coordinator
*Greeting One Another
Regathering Brothers and Sisters Mechem
*Hymn 346 Come, Sing a Song with Me A ROSE IN WINTER
Postlude Wondrous Love Early American Folk Melody arr. Dale Wood
* Please rise if you are able.
Offertory Peace and Hope (from Saul) G.F. Handel
Benediction
Prayer and Moments of Silent Meditation
Sermon Intransitive Hope Rev. John Buehrens
Offertory Sentence
*Hymn 95 There Is More Love Somewhere BIKO
Readings Liz McAlister, Noam Chomsky
Wm. Garcia Ganz, conductor/pianist
Anthem The Stars are with the Voyager Victor C. Johnson
New UU: An Introduction To Unitarian Universalism 12:30 PM to 2:45 PM, Kincaid Room (TODAY)New UU led by Associate Minister Rev. Alyson Jacks is designed to help new and prospective members learn more about our church community. Topics include: worship life, volunteer opportunities, lifespan learning, church and denominational history and more. Childcare is available. Light snacks provided.
Elliott Etzkorn, piano
