Worship Services in April 2008

Sunday, April 6, 2008
“Tolerance Isn’t Enough”
Annual Youth Group Service

The annual service presented by the church’s Youth Group is the of most powerful and emotional of the church worship year! The church community gets a chance to hear directly from our Youth what is most important to them, what excites their passion, where they want to give their hearts. This year’s theme is all about building a world of equality, where differences are both respected and embraced. Join us for this glimpse into the future of UUism!

Sunday, April 13, 2008
Passover Service: “The Prospect of Future Justice”
The Rev. Melanie Morel-Ensminger
Erik Carlson, GNOUU Intern

UUSC JUSTICE SUNDAY
On this Sunday before Passover, let’s take a UU look at the traditional story from Exodus that forms the basis for the Jewish holiday. What does the story mean to us today?

Sunday, April 20, 2008, *1:30 pm*
Annual Greater New Orleans UU Earth Day Service!
The Revs. Liz Brown, Melanie Morel-Ensminger, & Jim Vanderweele

Let’s gather in Audubon Park between the Tree of Life (known to some folks as the Grandmother Oak) and the Labyrinth, off Magazine Street, at 1:30 pm for a special shared intergenerational service, with an outdoor luncheon to follow. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on, as well as food to share as we celebrate the earth, spring, and our close relationship with the UUs of Community Church and North Shore. NOTE special start time of 1:30 pm!

Sunday, April 27, 2008
“Universalism: Past, Present and Powerful”
Guest Minister: The Rev. Kalen Fristad

The history and significance of the teaching of universalism yesterday and today. Rev. Kalen Fristad is an ordained Methodist minister. After serving churches in Iowa for 27 years he embarked upon an independent ministry from 2003-2006. Currently Rev. Kalen serves churches in Iowa, while he continues to travel to speak to churches and other groups, countering the teaching that God sends many people to hell for ever and instead, proclaiming the hopeful message of universalism.