ORDER OF WORSHIP | JULY 10, 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
Opening Hymn
SLT #389 “Gathered Here”
Led by Jess Huetteman, Chelsea Sardoni & Morayo Okande
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
Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig, Minister
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
Say Something, by Peter Reynolds
Austen Petersen, Director of Religious Education
Meditation & Prayer, Sung, Spoken & Silent
with words by Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes
Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig
Centering Hymn
SLT #118 “This Little Light of Mine”
Led by Bob Ford, piano; Jules Heller & Melissa Barlett, voice
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 RIDES. This program offers transportation services throughout the Greater Williamsburg area to senior citizens over the age of sixty and individuals with disabilities through the use of a single phone number (757-920-5800). Individuals eligible for RIDES are not eligible for Medicaid transportation, are unable to access other forms of public transportation, are unable to afford private transportation, and do not have available family or friend support. Thank you so much for your generosity.
Offertory Music
“Olam Chesed Yibaneh,” written & performed by Rabbi Menachem Creditor
From the Heart
Susan Marcinkus
Sermon
“Balm in Gilead”
Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig
Closing Hymn
“Our People Gonna Rise,” written & led by Emma’s Revolution
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
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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