Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent

Previous Services

Creations of Curiosity: Arts Sunday, May 13, 2012

May 13th, 2012
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Led by The Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Dani Beale –

Curiosity has been heralded as a virtue. Curiosity is the desire to learn or know something; it is the impetus that lies behind so much of our exploration and discovery. This morning we will explore the connections between curiosity, imagination and creation.

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Nuturing Curiosity, May 6, 2012

May 6th, 2012
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Led by: Director of Religious Education Karen Lapidus, our children and the Religious Education teachers – Our Religious Education program is not one that teaches a prescribed set of beliefs, but rather one that encourages curiosity in our children and youth so that they are guided to decide for themselves what they must do to live a life of purpose and meaning. Religious Education Sunday is the time when the children share with the congregation what they have experienced throughout the year. During the 9:30 service, there will be a bridging ceremony to mark major development milestones for many of our children and youth. The 11:15 service will include presentations from each of the classes as well as a ceremony of appreciation for our teachers. Join us for what will surely be a lively, fun-filled worship experience.

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Grateful for the Changemakers, April 29, 2012

April 29th, 2012
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Led by the Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Bonnie Harper -

So often our conversations about the demands of justice can become difficult or even depressing. To be grounded in the quest for justice as a religious person is to be grounded in a vision that sustains hope. Sunday morning we will lift up stories of people creating change, people who are helping us find a way and the will to travel the way we have found. Sunday we will lift up gratitude for people who help us become the change we want to see.

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The Planet Our Children Will Inherit, April 22, 2012

April 22nd, 2012
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Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate MaryLou Holly -
Justice needs us to take a long view. Our children and our children’s’ children and their children and theirs will be the
inheritors of this planet. What must we do, who must we be to be good stewards of the earth? Today is Earth Day.
Come hear stories, come sing praises, come pledge your hearts again to this planet we share.

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Whole-Hearted Living, April 15, 2012

April 15th, 2012
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Led by Deb Chaney and Worship Associate Elaine Bowen -

How do we cultivate the courage, compassion, and connection that we need to engage in our lives from a place of authenticity and worthiness?  Deb Chaney is the , Commissioned Lay Leader of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Greater Canton.  While Deb is leading our services, our minister the Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer will be leading worship in Canton.  We are pleased to make this exchange and we hope you will enjoy the experience.

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In His Eyes, April 8, 2012

April 8th, 2012
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Led by the Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer, Director of Religious Education Karen Lapidus and Worship Associate Max Grubb -  Jesus was radically egalitarian. In his eyes all people were equal. Equality is a hallmark of justice. We will celebrate human equality and dignity in our special Easter services this morning.

Our earlier service, at 9:30 am will be crafted with adults in mind, our later service held at 11:15 am will be created for children (first graders and up) and adults together. The choir will sing, we will celebrate and our annual egg hunt will be held immediately following our second service.

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Let My People Go!, April 1, 2012

April 1st, 2012
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Led by The Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Kristina Spaude -

A message of liberation is at the heart of the scriptures and stories of Passover.  Freedom is a requirement for the realization of justice.  How are we still struggling for freedom in our own time?  How can the old story help illuminate the struggles that greet our hands and feet today?

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From Tolerance to Humility, March 25, 2012

March 25th, 2012
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Led by The Rev. Tim Temerson and Worship Associate Kristina Spaude - 

As Unitarian Universalists, we affirm tolerance as an important religious value. But is it enough simply to tolerate difference and diversity or can we move to a deeper, more authentic place of acceptance and celebration? Today we will explore the beauty and the challenge of difference and consider the role of another religious value – humility – in helping us to move beyond tolerance.

The Rev. Tim Temerson is the minister of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron.  He and Rev. Melissa will be participating in the time honored tradition of a pulpit swap this Sunday.  With this swap, they are looking forward to strengthening the ties between our congregations.  

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This Particular Call, March 18, 2012

March 18th, 2012
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Led by Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Bonnie Harper -
Every year our association of congregations has a General Assembly in June. This year our gathering will not be business as usual. This year we will have a Justice General Assembly with a very particular call. Whether you think you might have any interest in attending or not, I hope you will join us to consider the call our association is being invited to respond to in Phoenix and all across our country. David Petras of the Phoenix Witness Project will be with us to receive our special collection which will be used to help fund scholarships to Justice GA.

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What It Takes to Speak Out, March 11, 2012

March 11th, 2012
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This Sunday the Youth Group takes over. This service will be about how our Unitarian Universalist principles and background affect us on our journey into adulthood. The service features music by and stories from the youth.

The Way Gratitude Wears, March 4, 2012

March 4th, 2012
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The Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Dani Beale – Have you ever considered the way gratitude wears? I mean, the way you wear gratitude in your heart and mind and body and spirit. I also mean the way gratitude wears a way to generosity. This morning we will celebrate the many gifts bestowed by the practice of gratitude.

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Courageous Dissent, Feb. 26, 2012

February 26th, 2012
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The Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer along with Worship Associate Kathy Kerns -
Have you ever found yourself tongue tied when you wanted to speak out in opposition? Have you ever been so opposed to an action that you just felt you had to do something? Today we will hear stories and songs about the courage it takes to take a stand.

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Music Sunday: February 19, 2012 The Courage to Sing

February 19th, 2012
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Hal Walker will led us on this annual music Sunday as we welcome the West Shore UU church choir into our sanctuary for a very special music centered service. Through stories and songs, we will explore the subject of Courage.

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Darwin’s Interconnected Web, February 12, 2012

February 12th, 2012
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Led by Cal Frye with Worship Associate Joel Slater -

The naturalist and author Charles Darwin comes to visit our pulpit and relate a bit of his story, religious views, and thoughts on slavery. This service, in honor of Charles Darwin, is given as part of a global celebration of Darwin Day.  Cal Frye was a member of our congregation before he and his family relocated to Oberlin, OH. He is now a member of the Oberlin Unitarian Universalist Fellowship where he is a Commissioned Lay Leader candidate.

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The Courage to Love, February 5, 2012

February 5th, 2012
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The Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Elaine Bowen -

Loving is the only way to a broken heart.  And being willing to risk a broken heart is the only way to love.  Not just for romantics, this service will celebrate the courage it takes simply to love.

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