Kwanzaa -- 12/26/2021
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The Culminating Celebration of Living the Principles Kwanzaa is not a religious tradition or holiday, but a cultural one. It was conceived by Dr. Maulena Karenga, and first celebrated in 1966. It is an interweaving of “African traditions with American customs and is celebrated from December 26 through January 1. Kwanzaa arises out of the development of the agricultural or agrarian lifestyles & cycles. Ancient cultures honored the “eternal seasonal cycles of winter, spring, summer, & fall as milestones labeled as “need, promise, fulfillment, and harvest”. It was believed by African-American ancestors “that each season was delicate, crucial, and sacred” so, therefore, specific rites and rituals were practiced “to ensure the completion of the natural order of the universe.” According to Dr. Karenga, folktales substantiate the ancient beliefs in rituals that called forth favorable seasonal conditions with “spring’s fertile return after winter’s death (of the land).” This Kwanzaa service is offered to those in Unity who want to honor & embrace the magnificent diversity in our Unity as the beloved children of God. Platform: Rev. Pat Williamson & Rev. Toni Fish Music by: Judi Vinar, T. Mychael Rambo, George Maurer (piano), Ian Young (bass), Jendeen Forberg (drums)
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