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Rev. Chris Jimmerson
October 20, 2019
First UU Church of Austin
4700 Grover Ave., Austin, TX 78756
www.austinuu.org
There is something about connection and sense of belonging that is essential to us as human beings. Any yet, true belonging is more than just fitting in with others. In fact, sometimes it means being so spiritually grounded in both a sense of self-acceptance and at the same time a sense of being a part of something larger than ourselves that we can stand alone even while maintaining connections. We’ll explore developing a sense of “right place” and sacred belonging.
Chalice Lighting
May the flame we now kindle light the path back to our center, back to that place of belonging again to our deepest self. And may our chalice remind us that we are held and welcomed whole, without the need to hide a single piece or part of who we are.
Call to Worship
HERE WE ARE TO EXPLORE THE MYSTERY
Chris JimmersonHere we are to explore the mystery of life together. In this place that is sacred to us we gather to experience the awe that rises from being part of the great unknown. On this hollowed ground we glimpse with wonder that which is larger than us and difficult to fully fathom. Yet, in which we are an intergral part within which we find a true sense of belonging. We gather to ask questions more profound than answers, to dwell together for a while in a great openness of mind, heart and soul.
Affirming Our Mission
Together we nourish souls, transform lives, and do justice to build the Beloved Community.
Meditation Reading
BRAVING THE WILDERNESS: THE QUEST FOR TRUE BELONGING AND THE COURAGE TO STAND ALONE.
True belonging is the spiritual practice of believing in and belonging to yourself so deeply that you can share your most authentic self with the world and find sacredness in being both a part of something and standing alone in the wilderness. True belonging doesn’t require you to change who you are, it requires you to be who you are.
Brene Brown
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