Sunday, November 14, 2021 - 11:00 a.m.
“In Praise of Darkness”
Rev. Michael J S Carter
Music: Annelinde Metzner, piano
Science and technology has developed and flourished and has become the central focus of much of Western
civilization. And as technology flourished, we literally became enlightened. The invention of the light bulb and ability to harness electrical power has had a powerful and profound effect on the way we live our lives. We moved from being a primarily agrarian society; living in tune with the rhythms of day and night, dark and light and the seasons of the year, to an increasingly industrialized society with the ability to light our lives 24 hours a day. This morning, especially in light (pun intended) of daylight savings time on this past November 7th, I would like to unpack the pros & cons of this so called, "enlightenment" and perhaps contribute some thoughts and
ideas, In Praise of Darkness.
Order of Service
Gathering Music: “Adagio Cantabile” (Ludwig van Beethoven)
Welcome and Announcements: Jackie Franklin
Opening Words/Chalice Lighting: Diane Graham, SSA & Rev. Michael J S Carter
Opening Hymn: #54 “Now Light is Less”
Reading: #444
Joys and Concerns
Meditation: “The Darkness” (Annelinde Metzner)
Offertory: “Mazurka in A Minor”(Frederic Chopin)
Sermon: “In Praise of Darkness” Rev. Michael J S Carter
Closing Hymn: Hymn #212 “We Are Dancing Sarah’s Circle”
Closing Words: Rev. Michael J S Carter
Postlude: “Mazurka in G Minor” (Frederic Chopin)
Music: Annelinde Metzner, piano
Greeter: Tina Rosato
Religious Education: Nursery/Pre-K caregivers: Childcare at this time is limited, and is performed as needed by either Susan Enwright Hicks, DRE or one of our trusted childcare volunteers
Video: Evan Yanik
Sound Team: Bill Altork, Rhea Bockhorst, Larry Pearlman &
David Reid
The YouTube video of today's service will be available Sunday afternoon, as well as all previous Sunday Services at UUCSV Productions. Click to go to YouTube here.
The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners has extended the mask mandate for all indoor public spaces through November 30, 2021. The
indoor mask requirement extends to Asheville, Black Mountain, Montreat, Weaverville and Woodfin.
Joys & Concerns:
We want to hear from you about your joys and concerns. If you cannot attend in person and would like to be heard, please send your message to Rev. Michael Carter by noon on Friday so he can read it during the Sunday service.
For online offertory and/or pledge donations:
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November 14, 2021 - 12:00 p.m.
Zoom RE
Children’s worship, Joys & Concerns & Story time.
This week we continue our observance of Native American Heritage Month with The People Shall Continue by Simon Ortiz. You can see the video read along we’ll use here. More information about Native American Heritage Month can be found at https://nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov.
Meeting ID: 799 6781 8413
Passcode: UUCSVRE
UUCSV Auction Items
Did you notice the RE Contribution to the UUCSV Auction? RE students and Susan created a pair of bracelets with a series of hand-colored shrink plastic chalices. Be sure to check them out!
Thank You!
A big Thank You to Rochelle & Deb for hosting and to all the families who joined us for this month’s RE social! The pizza was so yummy, and a great time was had by all!
Childcare - Sunday, November 14, 2021
Please note, there will be no childcare provider this week unless requested in advance. If you need childcare during the service this week, please call DRE, Susan Enwright Hicks by 2:00p.m. Friday, November 11, 2021 at 828-450-5319. |
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Sunday, November 21, 2021 - 11:00 a.m.
“To Whom It May Concern”
Rev. Michael J S Carter
Well, it’s that time of year again, it’s Thanksgiving. It’s only fitting that I should begin with a word of thanks. This time of year, it is hard not to dwell on gratitude, which is a topic that just keeps continuously unfolding, like one of those paper engineered cards. I’m not going to attempt to cover all the facets of gratitude in one sermon, you will be glad to hear, but it is something that we are more acutely aware of as the end of November approaches. As UUs, coming from various theological backgrounds and life experiences, to whom we express our gratitude is
important. Let's explore this topic for the Thanksgiving Holiday and beyond!
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News from UUCSV Groups & Committees
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UUCSV Auction - November 7-13, 2021
WOW! We're going great guns - 75% of the way to our $10,000 goal! Now is not the time to take the foot off the gas as we approach the finish line. For those of you who have been waiting for the last minute to buy your auction ticket and bid on some of these fabulous items, THE LAST MINUTE IS NOW! Many great items are already gone as people have clicked on the "Buy It Now" button not wanting to take a chance on losing out. But there are still about 200 items left waiting for YOUR bid. Jump in now. And don't forget to buy raffle tickets. The first drawing will be today and you can't win without a ticket.
OH - and then there is the live auction portion including great food and entertainment so we hope to see you here at the church. If you plan to attend please let us know so we can plan for food by filling out this short survey
The Auction Committee
Women's Group - November 11, 2021 - CANCELED
Womens group (scheduled for today at the lake) is cancelled due to inclement weather prediction. We will probably return to zoom sessions in December.
Your Care Committee
All of us need help at some time or another and we recognize that we
are indeed all part of the interconnected web of all life.
Dial 911 if you have an immediate emergency.
Dial 211 if you are interested in discovering what community services
are available for you or someone you know.
For other kinds of assistance, your Care Committee is here for you
when times of need arise.
What we provide:
- Transportation to/from church events, doctor/hospital appointments, and
- non-critical commitments when you are unable to drive.
- Grocery shopping and other errands.
- Bringing meals.
- In home visits and phone calls to lend emotional support.
- Limited medical equipment to loan
If you would like to request the services of the Care Committee or
volunteer to serve on it, please contact:
Larry Pearlman
602-501-8471
larryRpearlman42@gmail.com
Bridging the Divide Workshop - November 30, 2021
When conversing with someone on the ‘other side of the divide, how can we best listen and understand without arguing and find common ground based on shared values and humanity? Can we rebuild trust, clarify disagreements, and provide safe places for deeper understanding?
Braver Angels is a grass-roots organization that provides workshops to
enhance such opportunities and skills. Sponsored by the AAUW, the public is invited to participate in the “Bridging the Divide Workshop” with Braver Angels on November 30, 2021 from 6:30-8:15 PM. Offered free of charge to the
public, Braver Angels uses Eventbrite for all their programs and has created a registration page for the November event that can be found here.
The registration page provides a description of the program. For inquiries, contact Johanna Manasse at jvm795@gmail.com or call 708.224.7199.
Toward Right Relationship With Native Peoples - November 14, 2021
After the service on Sunday, November 14, 2021, Maggie Moon O'Neill will give a brief overview of the new Social Action Committee project, Toward Right Relationship with Native Peoples. The first step is to post a Land Acknowledgement sign on our property. Come learn about how our congregation will honor our indigenous neighbors and how you can participate.
The project offers these resources for learning how Indigenous Peoples are involved in climate justice actions and the COP26 conference:
Tidings - December
Thanks so much to all those who contributed to our last Tidings Newsletter. I am so grateful. For December the topic will be Peace. Anyone can send their thoughts, photos (especially of things the UUCSV'ers are doing) and poetry to Barb Rogers by November 25, 2021.
 Volunteer Opportunities
Thanks to all of our volunteers!
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Thanksgiving Potluck - Neil & Ellyn Kirschner
My husband and I would like to host 6-8 people for a Thanksgiving Potluck. If you are vaccinated and interested, please contact us at 704-533-2694.
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Church office: (828) 669-8050 (email preferred during social distancing)
Michael Donnan, Office Manager (Tuesday & Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) Rev. Michael J S Carter, (Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)Rev. Carter is available for pastoral care in the church office or virtually via Zoom or Skype. For in-person meetings, protocols of social distancing and face masks are followed. Please email Rev. Carter to schedule an appointment.
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UUCSV
500 Montreat Road
Black Mountain, NC 28711
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