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Rev. Erin Walter
January 15, 2023
First UU Church of Austin
4700 Grover Ave., Austin, TX 78756
www.austinuu.org

On the Sunday of MLK weekend, as the Texas Legislature has just returned to the capitol, join us for a special worship service that honors the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and also affirms how transgender rights and inclusion are part of the greater work of Beloved Community. First UU’s interim Minister for Joy and Justice, Rev. Erin Walter, will be joined by Zr. Alex Kapitan, co-founder of the Transforming Hearts Collective.

 

 

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 that we share with one another as our struggle becomes our salvation.

Call to Worship

TO REMEMBER

Spirit of Life
We are here today to remember
what some are intent on making us forget.
To remember a man who fought to end segregation,
To remember a man who marched to counter prejudice and oppression.
To remember a man who was filled with peace and hope,
To remember a man who with promise and a dream,
To remember a man who with a voice that rang out for justice and freedom.

All these things we remember and honor
in the legacy of Rev Dr Martin Luther King, Jr
and a life lived well
in service to all.

Affirming Our Mission

Together we nourish souls, transform lives, and do justice to build the Beloved Community.

Meditation Reading

KEEP MOVING
Maggie Smith

Do not turn away from joy
even if arrives at an inconvient time,
even of you think your should be grieving,
even if you think it’s too soon.
Joy is always on time.

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