ORDER OF WORSHIP | AUGUST 14, 2022 | 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 Marcinkus, Worship Associate
Katrina Landon
Opening Hymn
SLT #347 “Gather the Spirit”
James Sudbury, piano
Welcome & Greeting
Susan Marcinkus
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
with “Knock Knock,” by Daniel Beaty
Jessica Sapalio, Guest Worship Leader
Lighting the Chalice
Susan Marcinkus
We light this chalice
for the warmth of love;
for the light of truth;
for the energy of action;
and for the harmony of peace:
Peace in our hearts,
peace in our community,
and peace in our world.
Wisdom Story
Milo Imagines the World, written by Matt de la Peña; illustrations by Christian Robinson
Austen Petersen, Director of Religious Education
Meditation & Prayer, Sung, Spoken & Silent
Susan Marcinkus
Centering Hymn
SLT #123 “Spirit of Life”
James Sudbury, piano
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 Avalon Center, which works to end domestic and sexual violence by breaking the cycle of abuse through prevention, education, shelter, and support services in our area. Since the Covid-19 pandemic, they’ve received many more calls for help with a corresponding draw on their resources. Thank you so much for your generosity.
Offertory Music
“Let Justice Roll Down,” by Aileen Vance
Performed by Lea Morris
From the Heart
Les Solomon
WJCC Coalition for Community Justice
Jessica Sapalio
Personal Experiences
Rio Riofrio
Christopher Rashad Green
How to Get Involved
Jessica Sapalio
Closing Hymn
STJ #1028 “Fire of Commitment”
James Sudbury, piano
Extinguishing the Chalice
Susan Marcinkus
We extinguish this flame,
but not the light of truth,
the warmth of community,
or the fire of commitment.
These we carry in our hearts
until we are together again.
Closing Circle & Benediction
Jessica Sapalio
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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