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This Sunday's Service
September 6, 2026: Putting the 'Labor' Back in Labor Day
Michael Wallace
As we commemorate Labor Day, this talk will provide a brief overview of the tumultuous history of the U.S. labor movement and its relevance for our lives today. We will explore the meaning and scope of labor unions, the legislative context of union formation and survival, and the current strength of U.S. unions in historical and comparative perspective. Along the way, we will discuss the true origins of “Labor Day”.
Michael Wallace is a recently retired sociologist who received his M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in in sociology at Indiana University. He previously taught at Yale University, Ohio State University, Indiana University, and the University of Connecticut. He has conducted extensive research on the political economy of U.S. capitalism, work and labor markets, the historical and contemporary status of the U.S. labor movement, and the causes and consequences of income inequality. He has mentored and collaborated with over 50 graduate students who have launched successful careers in academic and non-academic settings.
Order of Service
Our order of service is available both here on our website and in print.Ringing of the World Bell
Greeting
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray, Lead Minister
Congregational Prelude
“Union Maid” by Woody Guthrie
Pam MacLaughlin, Jane McLeod
Welcome & Announcements
Olaya Fernández Gayol, Worship Associate (9:30 a.m.)
Amira Sabbagh, Worship Associate (11:30 a.m.)
Land Acknowledgement
Lighting the Chalice Flame
Worship Associate Orin McNeely (9:30 a.m.)
Gladys DeVane (11:30 a.m.)
Time for All Ages
Click, Clack, Moo by Doreen Cronin Dr. Stephanie Kimball, Director of Lifespan Religious Exploration
Musical Interlude
Ray Fellman, piano
Pastoral Prayer and Meditation
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
Hymn
Dedication of Offering
This fiscal year, 25% of our non-pledge Sunday offerings will be donated to Farm to Family to support their SNAP matching program at the Bloomington Farm Stop Collective, which will expand access to local food by doubling SNAP benefits for eligible food items.
You can contribute to the basket online at this link, or pay your pledge online.
Offertory
Ray Fellman, piano
Introduction of Guest Speaker
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
Gift of Music
“Which Side Are You On” by Florence Reece
Steve Krahkne, Pam McLaughlin, Jane McLeod, Licia Weber; Ray Fellman, piano; Matt Zink, bass; Hans Kelson, guitar; Bill Daniels, harmonica
Sermon
Putting the ‘Labor’ Back in Labor Day
Michael Wallace
Closing Hymn
#109 As We Come Marching, Marching
