ORDER OF WORSHIP | JULY 30, 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
Welcome
Susan Marcinkus, Worship Associate
Announcements
Katrina Landon
Prelude
“Anthem,” by Leonard Cohen
Performed by John Keating
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.
Opening Hymn
SLT #128 “For All That Is Our Life”
Call to Worship
Words of Gretchen Haley
Rev. Kimberley Debus, Guest Worship Leader
Lighting the Chalice
Susan Marcinkus
Meditation & Prayer, Spoken & Silent
Rev. Kimberley Debus
Centering Hymn
SLT #86 “Blessed Spirit of My Life”
Sharing Our Gifts
Online Giving
Text-to-Give: 757-500-0688
In-Person Giving: Place offerings in the collection plates as they’re passed during the service.
This week’s offering will benefit the Minister’s Charitable Giving Fund, which helps people in our congregation and in the larger community who need short-term help paying rent and other essential expenses. Your gifts will help shelter homeless families, pay utility bills in the cold of winter, and offer hope in times of despair. Thank you so much for your generosity.
Offertory Music
“Hidden Wing,” written & performed by John Keating
Reading
“Remember,” by Joy Harjo
Susan Marcinkus
Sermon
“It’s a Process”
Rev. Kimberley Debus
Closing Hymn
SLT #6 “Just as Long as I Have Breath”
Extinguishing the Chalice
Susan Marcinkus
Closing Words & Benediction
Words of Scott Cooper
Rev. Kimberley Debus
SLT=Gray Hymnal | STJ=Teal Hymnal
Post-service conversation on Zoom: If you enjoy the post-service conversation on Zoom and would be willing to help make it happen, please email av@wuu.org. The AV Team will continue to provide Zoom access to Cafe Conversations during the summer, including July 30 (Golden Owl). Otherwise, the Zoom feed will end after the service.
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