What if inclusion is not a policy but a path — a spiritual journey that invites all of us beyond good intentions. True inclusion calls us into humility, learning, and shared transformation. It’s more than a friendly welcome; it’s a way of practicing our deepest values in community, across difference. Join us as we explore … Continue reading Inclusion as a Spiritual Practice
In many traditions across the northern hemisphere, the fullness of autumn is a time to reflect on those we have recently lost. Let’s take the opportunity this morning to think back on loved ones we’ve lost in the last year or two. If you wish, please send Rev. Eric a photo to display and a … Continue reading Love and Memory
Lessons in faith and hope inspired by the classic tale
Millions wear purple on Spirit Day as a sign of support for LGBTQ youth and young adults, and to speak out against bullying. Join us today as we celebrate our LGBTQ family and friends.This service is a multi-gen “Action Sunday,” where children remain in the short service with their families, then all ages split into … Continue reading Coming Out Day / Spirit Day
There are many ways to describe the political and social moment we are in the midst of. This morning, Rev. Eric invites us to share our experiences, perspective and ways we might best get through these challenging times. Prelude & Centering | Linli and Lavon Opening Hymn: #153 Oh, I Woke Up This Morning … Continue reading This _____ Moment
Millions wear purple on Spirit Day as a sign of support for LGBTQ youth and young adults, and to speak out against bullying. Join us today as we celebrate our LGBTQ family and friends, and renew our pledges to support them along their journeys. This service is a multi-gen “Action Sunday,” where children remain in … Continue reading Reconciliation and Atonement
Prelude & Centering | Linli & Marilyn Opening Hymn: #360 Here We Have Gathered | Linli Welcome | Ben Chalice Lighting | Marilyn Time for All Ages: I Am Love + Meditation | Tanya Sing the Children to Class (slide) Call to Worship | Rev. Eric Hymn: #1058: Be Ours a Religion | Linli … Continue reading This Crazy Little Thing Called Love
Every faith community has a past, as well as a call forward. While he’s only begun to follow a few of the threads that run through Starr King, our new minister is willing to name what he’s begun to see and offer a few, preliminary reflections on what the congregation’s future may hold. With Rev. … Continue reading The Once and Future Church
During our multigenerational Water Communion service today, we gather once more at the start of a new church year. Please bring a small amount of water from a place important to you. The water collected will be used for child dedications and other rituals. Prelude & Centering (Linli) Opening Hymn: #188 Come, Come, Whoever … Continue reading “Ingathering / Water Ceremony” with Rev. Eric Meter
This Sunday:“ Freedom is a Constant Struggle”10:30 a.m. pacific time Bob Britton Join us on Labor Day Sunday for a celebration of poetry and music centered on social justice and hope. Come and be inspired! Special Music – If I Had a Hammer by Pete Seeger and Lee Hayes Welcome Land Acknowledgment: (slide) Chalice … Continue reading Freedom is a Constant Struggle
