ORDER OF SERVICE
Lighting of the Chalice
Prelude
Jig set (Coach Road to Sligo, Leitrim Fancy, The Peacock’s fancy) – Traditional Irish Jig
Laura Barbé – Bodhran, Vocals; Matt Cook – Bouzouki, Vocals; Janis Deane – Uilleann Pipes; Keyreel Raskolenko, Fiddle; April Sellers, Vocals; Les Sellers, Mandolin
Call to Worship
*Hymn #38
Morning Has Broken – Eleanor Farjeon
*Affirmation
*Doxology
Story
Welcome
Offertory
Slip Jig set (Fig for a Kiss, Foxhunter’s, Trip to Durrow) – Traditional Irish Slip Jig
Reading
On the Pulse of Morning by Maya Angelou
Interlude
Wild Mountain Thyme – Traditional Irish Song
Prayer
*Hymn #83
Winds Be Still – Richard S. Kimball
Sermon
“Our Rock and Our Salvation” Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
*Hymn #163
For the Earth Forever Turning – Kim Oler
Benediction
Postlude
Reel set (My Love is in America, Congress Reel, Gravel Walks) – Traditional Irish Reel
MUSIC NOTES
Today’s music comes from Ireland. Because this music is from a folk tradition, the songs, reels, and jigs were passed down aurally rather than written down, so exact attribution of composer is not always possible.
The Uilleann Pipes (the name for which, in traditional Irish, is píobaí uilleann or “Pipes of the Elbow”) are known as the national bagpipe of Ireland. The name comes from the fact that the player inflates the bellows with their elbows, rather than blowing into a pipe, like a traditional bagpipe.
The Bouzouki is a long-necked instrument in the lute family with a round body, long neck, and a fretted fingerboard. The name comes from the Turkish word “bozuk” meaning “modified” or “Broken.”
The Bodhrán is a small frame drum used in traditional Irish music. The head is traditionally goatskin, although synthetics are often used.
Our thanks to Les Sellers for his expertise and for organizing the group we hear this morning.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Inquirer’s Class – 11 am, Parlor. A weekly rotation of 8 conversations for newcomers about our church and Unitarian Universalism. This week: History, Principles, & Sources.
Odyssey & YRUU Bake Sale – after both services in Channing Hall.
Earth Day Celebration: 10th Anniversary – after services, Channing.
Spring Concert Series: Earth Day Sanctuary Choir Concert – 1:30 pm, Sanctuary.
UU AI: AI and Its Impact on Healthcare – 12:30 pm, Room 301.
Caring Community –
We hold Amber Raley who is mourning the death of her grandmother, Betty Ann Raley, and we hold Paul Maginnis, as he mourns the death of his sister, Charlotte Mary Palmer.
We pray for Chris Hardage as he recovers from surgery and for Kat Krone, recovering from a fall and an injury.
We celebrate with Patty and Ken Raggio upon the birth of their second grandchild, Bennett Raggio, to parents Rachel and Michael.
Looking Ahead –
Child Dedications – Parent/Caregiver Class: Sunday, April 26, 12:30 pm, Ceremonies: Sunday, May 10, both services. To sign up, email bdana@dallasuu.org.
Creative Community Art Show – Opening Reception: Saturday, April 25, 2 – 5 pm, Art Show: Sunday, April 26, 9 am – 1pm, Channing. Featuring 21 artists from our church community.
Turning Points in UU History – Sundays, April 26 – May 31, 9:30 am, Room 301. A deep dive into the controversies, rebels, and defining moments that made Unitarian Universalism what it is today.
A History of Race and Racism in Dallas: Part 1 – Sunday, April 26, 12:30 pm, Sanctuary. Highlighting the women who fought for equality and equity, presented by Jerry Hawkins. Register in Realm.
Journey Toward an Undivided Life: Circle of Trust – Thursdays, April 30 – June 4, 1 pm, Room 301. A six-session series using the Circle of Trust process to help participants attend to their inner teacher and learn from one another. Facilitated by Debra Cook and Sara West Bellamy. Register in Realm.