Order of Service

January 18, 2026

9:00 AM

The Practice of Unitarian Universalism: Meeting the Moment

Led by Rev. Deborah Bennett 

Thank you to this morning’s Worship Team

Pianist:  Nonetta Shatakhtsian
Lay Pastoral Care Associate:  Bill Stone
Ushers: Ken DiPrete
Tech Host:  Lance Collins

Centering Quote:

“The work that lies before us is a long journey work and how we are with one another, how we support each other, will have everything to do with how we meet the moment. The simple act of joining together in community is a significant expression of faithfulness
in such divided times, and it lies at the heart of how we practice our Unitarian Universalism.” ~Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt, UUA President

 

Chime

Chalice Lighting

Welcome and Centering      words from Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.            Rev. Deborah

Opening Hymn     #298 Wake, Now My Senses

Unison Affirmation
Love is the spirit of this church
And service our mission
This is our great covenant
To dwell together in peace
To seek the truth in love
And to help one another

Joys and Sorrows      Bill Stone
To share your personal joy or sorrow with the congregation, please fill out a joys and sorrows card located at the front door before service. A lay pastoral care team member will be available after the service if you would like to speak with someone.

Meditation     Rev. Deborah

Reflective Hymn      #1002 Comfort Me

Sermon         Meeting the Moment: The Practice of UU

Closing Hymn            #1017 Building a New Way           

Final Blessing        Rev. Deborah

Our Work in the World     Each month, our Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice committee chooses a values-aligned organization as our justice partner.

This month, we are proud to join forces with DARE. (Direct Action for Rights and Equality). Donate online: https://www.westminsteruu.org/sundayoffering/

Extinguishing the Chalice
Carry the Flame of Peace and Love Until We Meet Again (repeat)

 

Order of Service

January 18, 2026

10:30 AM

Led by Rev. Deborah Bennett 

Thank you to this morning’s Worship Team

Worship Partner:  Al Jeffries
Pianist:  Nonetta Shatakhtsian
Lay Pastoral Care Associate:  Bill Stone
Ushers: Renee Bucklin and Wendy Warburton
Tech Host:  Lance Collins

Centering Quote:

“The work that lies before us is a long journey work and how we are with one another, how we support each other, will have everything to do with how we meet the moment. The simple act of joining together in community is a significant expression of faithfulness in such divided times, and it lies at the heart of how we practice our Unitarian Universalism.”  ~Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt, UUA President

 Welcome          Al Jeffries

Chalice Lighting              words from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

*Opening Hymn              #298 Wake, Now, My Senses             

*Unison Affirmation 
Love is the spirit of this church
And service our mission
This is our great covenant
To dwell together in peace
To seek the truth in love
And to help one another

Call for the Offering January Share the Plate
Direct Action Rights and Equality (or DARE for short).
Dare was first formed in Providence in 1986 as a grassroots organizing effort to better the lives of persons living (and struggling) in Providence. DARE’s mission is to organize low-income families living in communities of color for social, economic, and political justice. Give online: https://www.westminsteruu.org/sundayoffering/

Offertory

Time for Centering     Rev. Deborah

Reflective Hymn              #1002
              Comfort Me

Joys and Sorrows         Bill Stone
To share your personal joy or sorrow with the congregation, please fill out a joys and sorrows card located at the front door before service. A lay pastoral care team member will be available after the service if you would like to speak with someone.

Choir     Like the Beat of a Drumby Jay Althouse

Sermon     Meeting the Moment

*Closing Hymn     #1017 Building a New Way

Final Blessing     Rev. Deborah

Extinguishing the Chalice

Carry the Flame in Peace and Love until we meet again. (repeat)