ORDER OF WORSHIP | FEBRUARY 12, 2023 | 10:00 AM HYBRID SERVICE
We are committed to being an antiracist, anti-oppressive congregation. We celebrate people of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations. We honor our spiritual connection to the earth and all living things.
Before the service: You may light a candle for the joys and sorrows in your heart.
Please respect those seeking silence.
Gathering
Announcements
Susan Fournier, Worship Associate
Katrina Landon
Prelude
“Spinning Song,” by Albert Ellmenreich
Heidi Souza, piano
Welcome & Greeting
Susan Fournier
Come, come, whoever you are,
Whomever you love,
Whatever your image of the Holy,
Your presence here is a gift.
All are worthy, all are welcome.
Call to Worship
Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig, Minister
Opening Hymn
SLT #126 “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing”
Lighting the Chalice
Susan Fournier
There is a Love.
There is a Love holding us.
There is a Love holding all.
By the light of our chalice,
Let us rest in this Love
Wisdom Story
“The Case for Loving: The Fight for Interracial Marriage,” by Selina Alko
Austen Petersen, Director of Religious Education
Blessing the Children
SLT #413 “Go Now in Peace,” by Natalie Sleeth (adapted)
Go now in peace, go now in peace.
May the spirit of love surround you.
Everywhere, everywhere, you may go.
Meditation & Prayer, Sung, Spoken & Silent
by roddy bell-shelton biggs (adapted)
Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig
Centering Hymn
SLT #131 “Love Will Guide Us”
Sharing Our Gifts
Online Giving
Text-to-Give: 757-500-0688
In-Person Giving: Place offerings in the dropbox in the Gathering Hall.
Twice a month we Share the Plate with local or nonprofit human service organizations that provide a much needed service to our community. It offers us an opportunity to extend our compassion to others in need. This week, your contributions will go to the WJCC Community Action Agency, whose mission is to ensure the causes and conditions of poverty are effectively addressed and to strengthen, promote, represent, and serve WJCC residents experiencing economic insecurity. Thank you so much for your generosity.
Offertory Music
Arabesque No. 1, by Claude Debussy
Heidi Souza, piano
Sermon
“Pour It Out”
Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig
Closing Hymn
SLT #128 “For All That Is Our Life”
Extinguishing the Chalice
Susan Fournier
We extinguish the chalice here that it might glow gently in our hearts.
May it light our path as we leave this place.
May it guide our way until we are together again.
Closing Circle & Benediction
Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig
SLT=Gray Hymnal | STJ=Teal Hymnal
Post-service conversation on Zoom: Zoom participants are invited to stay online for virtual social time.
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