Order of Worship

“Practice Makes Possible”

An all-ages service

Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 10 am

Emily C. Jones & Rev. Tara Humphries

  1. Gathering MusicDale Churchill, Director of Music
  2. Welcome & InvitationsPam Jackson, Worship Associate
  3. Singing Bowl
  4. Call to WorshipErica Baronread by Rev. Tara Humphries
  5. Candles of Sorrow & JoyEmily C. Jones, DRE
  6. Lighting the Chalice & Community CandleShari Woodbury
  7. Opening Hymn (Please rise in body and/or in spirit)#1May Nothing Evil Cross This Door
  8. Words of ReflectionPractice Makes Possible
  9. Introduction to Community Practices
  10. Small Group Conversations (Please rise in body and/or in spirit)Locations: Zoom, Art Play 1 & 2, Gathering Room 7 & 9, RE foyer, Sanctuary window side, Sanctuary ‘VIP Area’ side Hard of hearing rooms: Memorial Room, Board Room, Minister’s Office
  11. AnthemMy Religion, Linda Smith KoehlerA2U2 Choir
  12. Sharing & Reflecting
  13. Sharing Our Gifts
  14. Offertory
  15. Closing Hymn (Please rise in body and/or in spirit)#323Break Not the Circle
  16. Benediction & Extinguishing the Chalice

    Our worship has ended… and our service begins! We invite you to remain seated for a moment of silence followed by the Postlude, as we center ourselves before going back out into the world.
  17. Postlude

Please rise in body and/or in spirit

Share the Plate September’s recipient is Greater Portland Family Promise.

AccessibilityLarge-print orders of service and assistive listening devices are available.

Next Sunday October 4 · “Neighbors Everywhere: Building Connections with UUSC” with Rev. Laura Randall

After Worship Coffee Hour & Opportunity Fair (Foyer & long hallway)

After Worship Brown Bag Brunch (Board Room)

Past orders of service