Spring Equinox: Rebirth and Renewal in Times of Change

With Rev. Xolani Kacela, Ph.D.

March 22, 2026

Spring equinox symbolizes balance and new beginnings. This service explores how to navigate major life transitions with grace, examining how change can be an opportunity for growth, renewal, and deeper alignment with our values and purpose.

Sounding of the Bowl – Rev. Xolani Kacela, Ph.D.                                     

Prelude                                                              

Welcome and Greeting – Callie Biemer                      

Opening Words & Chalice Lighting                 

Opening Hymn – #38 Morning Has Broken                                                                                                 

Covenant                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

Anthem – “Bagatelle” by Ludwig Van Beethoven, performed by the FLUUTES ensemble                                    

Stone Ceremony                                                  

Reading the Community Book of Life & Pastoral Meditation

Story Wisdom – “The Vernal Equinox: New Season, New Beginnings”                                               

Children’s Recessional

Stewardship Team & Giving Testimony

Reading – Ostara: Rituals, Recipes & Lore for the Spring Equinox by Kerri Connor

Sermon – Rebirth and Renewal in Times of Change                                                                                                                                             

Invitation to Generosity                          

Offertory Music – “O Danny Boy”, Irish folk tune, lyrics by Frederic Edward Weatherly, Tavis McGeachin – vocalist                                                                  

Closing Hymn – #183 The Winds of Change                           

Extinguishing the Chalice/Benediction                                                                        

Postlude