By Kate Greenaway
UUFSMA Member
Once again, on Easter morning, the sun will rise, and with new eyes we will see our world. Through joyful music and stories ranging from the biblical account to The Velveteen Rabbit, we will explore what this holiday can mean in our own lives, in our own time.
For many, the biblical Easter story can be difficult to embrace. Our modern, science-oriented minds might resist it. But, as Rev. Tom Rosiello says, “That really is not the point. Whether factually ‘true’ or not, the story is overflowing with truth.”
The story of Easter is of love and loss, loyalty and betrayal, courage and fear. It explores human weakness, extraordinary strength, and the persistence of hope during the most challenging times – not unlike our own. It highlights renewal, second chances, and enduring goodness in the face of injustice.
As Unitarian Universalist minister Max Coots wrote, “In [each of us] are written the new versions of the old Easter story.” This Sunday, we will reflect together on those old stories and the new meanings they may hold for us now.
Our service will feature beautiful music by acclaimed pianist Malcolm Halliday and gifted young soprano Renée Baruch, whose voice many will recognize from Operísima and Chorale San Miguel. We will also share wonderful Easter hymns for all to sing together.
The children will begin the service with us as we share a Message for All Ages in both English and Spanish, before they head off for an Easter egg hunt. During the service, we will also recognize those who have recently joined the congregation. Spanish translation of the sermon will be available. Please join us, and invite friends and neighbors — especially families with children — to celebrate this joyful day.
UUFSMA Member
Once again, on Easter morning, the sun will rise, and with new eyes we will see our world. Through joyful music and stories ranging from the biblical account to The Velveteen Rabbit, we will explore what this holiday can mean in our own lives, in our own time.
For many, the biblical Easter story can be difficult to embrace. Our modern, science-oriented minds might resist it. But, as Rev. Tom Rosiello says, “That really is not the point. Whether factually ‘true’ or not, the story is overflowing with truth.”
The story of Easter is of love and loss, loyalty and betrayal, courage and fear. It explores human weakness, extraordinary strength, and the persistence of hope during the most challenging times – not unlike our own. It highlights renewal, second chances, and enduring goodness in the face of injustice.
As Unitarian Universalist minister Max Coots wrote, “In [each of us] are written the new versions of the old Easter story.” This Sunday, we will reflect together on those old stories and the new meanings they may hold for us now.
Our service will feature beautiful music by acclaimed pianist Malcolm Halliday and gifted young soprano Renée Baruch, whose voice many will recognize from Operísima and Chorale San Miguel. We will also share wonderful Easter hymns for all to sing together.
The children will begin the service with us as we share a Message for All Ages in both English and Spanish, before they head off for an Easter egg hunt. During the service, we will also recognize those who have recently joined the congregation. Spanish translation of the sermon will be available. Please join us, and invite friends and neighbors — especially families with children — to celebrate this joyful day.
