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Learning Guide
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Starting a Service
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Using Readings in a Service
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Sample Uses of Readings
There are a variety of ways to use readings in a service. Most service leaders in Unitarian Universalist congregations read words from scripture, literature, or contemporary writers as a central part of the service. (See Using Other Texts to learn about litanies and responsive readings.)
Consider the following outlines, noting especially the placement of readings relative to the sermon or address:
First Order of Service
Musical Interlude
- Readings
Sermon or Address
Discussion or Response to Sermon
See the rest of this Order of ServiceSecond Order of Service
Musical Interlude
- Readings
Hymn
Sermon or Address
Discussion or Response to Sermon
See the rest of this Order of ServiceThird Order of Service
Musical Interlude
- Readings (Ancient and Modern)
Sermon or Address
Hymn
See the rest of this Order of ServiceFourth Order of Service
Children's Story
Song
- Reading
Responsive Reading
Meditation or Prayer
See the rest of this Order of ServiceFifth Order of Service
Statement of the Theme
Hymn
- Readings
Silent Meditation
Offertory
Sermon
See the rest of this Order of ServiceSixth Order of Service
Anthem
- Readings
Litany or Responsive Reading
Choral Call to Prayer
Prayer
Announcements
Offering
Hymn
Sermon
See the rest of this Order of Service
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