Fire Communion, or, What Do God, Popeye, Doris Day, and Lao Tzu Have in Common?
This New Year’s Sunday message weaves together the surprising wisdom of Moses, Popeye, Doris Day, and Lao Tzu to explore how we step into a new year with authenticity and courage. As we prepare for our annual Fire Communion ritual, we will be invited to release old fears, perfectionism, and limiting stories, and to embrace a deeper, truer way of being. Examples ranging from ancient teachings to children's cartoons to pop-culture simplicity demonstrate how spiritual grounding is connected to civic responsibility, and remind us that democracy, justice, and community are sacred work. Join us as we let go, open up, and begin again.
If you join us through Facebook Live, you can participate in Fire Communion by preparing beforehand a pen or pencil, a few small pieces of paper (perhaps 2 or 3 inches square), and a bowl of water.
Bob Clegg has at different times been a homeless person, a respiratory therapist, a scientist, and a nonprofit director. He earned a Master of Divinity Degree at Wesley Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. in Chemistry at the University of Oregon. He is treasurer for a, Horry County Council candidate, volunteers at East Carolinas Housing Organization, co-chairs SCUUJA's Economic Justice Team, and serves as worship facilitator for ASWUU. He is now planning and recruiting for a nonprofit to support local communities that are economically disadvantaged. Bob and his wife Connie live near Conway with their dog, Yancey, who recently graduated from Doggie Reform School with flying colors.
The service will begin at 11 a.m. The service will be available on Facebook Live for those who wish to participate remotely. Go to the ASWUU Facebook page and click the Live link.
This week, we will have our monthly potluck after the service. The coffee, tasty treats, and conversation are not to be missed! You may bring a dish to share if you would like to do so.
