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Rev. Carrie Holley-Hurt
August 2, 2026
First UU Church of Austin
4700 Grover Ave., Austin, TX 78756
www.austinuu.org
This Sunday we are going to worship a little bit differently, this intergenerational service will start out in the sanctuary for some worship, and then members have the choice of one of six activities to do throughout the church. The audio of this service features “Songs of Resistance” lead by singer/songwriter Sarah Bentley.
Welcome
Prelude: “Minuet from Sonata Op 49” (Beethoven) – Valeria Diaz, piano
Chalice Lighting
This is the flame we hold in our hearts as we strive for justice for everyone. This is the light we shine upon systems of oppression until they are no more. This is the warmth we share with one another as our struggle becomes our salvation.
Affirming Our Mission
Together we nourish souls, transform lives, and do justice to build the Beloved Community.
Stewardship Testimonial
Choose Your Adventure
Intergenerational activities
- Sing Songs of Resistance with Sarah Bentley
- Build Community Care Bags for Austin Street Medics
- Create values-based art
- Immigration Solidarity
- Intergenerational Democracy Work
- Grounding Meditation Practice
Extinguishing the Chalice
We extinguish this flame, but not the light of truth, the warmth of community, or the fire of commitment. These we hold in our hearts until we are together again.
Benediction
I do my justice work and I chase joy so I hope today that the joy that you feel the love that you feel the whatever warm glowing feelings that you feel you will take throughout the week with you and mostly I hope that you always always remember that you are held in love.
Go in peace.
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