ORDER OF WORSHIP | MAY 5, 2024 | 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.
Opening Music
Arthur Hinds & others, drums
Welcome & Announcements
Susan Fournier, Worship Associate
Land Acknowledgement Statement
Susan Fournier
Chalice Lighting & Call to Celebrate
Liz Wiley, Worship Committee Chair
As we light this chalice, may it symbolize the vibrant dance of life.
The flames of Beltane ignite renewal in our hearts,
celebrating growth, creativity, and the blossoming unity of our beloved community.
Explaining the Invitation for the Elements
Rev. Michelle Collins, Interim Minister
Inviting the Directions & Elements
Members of the Wheel of the Year Group
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.
The collection this week goes to our general operating fund to help cover all of those essential things like staff salaries and building maintenance, as well as the activities that are so important to all of us, from programming to crayons for our RE children. A recorded contribution to the general operating fund also fulfills the annual financial contribution requirement for WUU membership (WUU Bylaws). Thank you for your support!
Offertory Music
“Merry Mayfolk,” written & performed by Arthur Hinds
Teaching about Beltane
Susan Fournier
Interactive Question
Rev. Michelle Collins
Explaining What Is to Come
Liz Wiley
Crownings of Many
Rev. Michelle Collins
Song
“Fires of the Sun,” by Fred Strong
Mayday Singers Ensemble
Dancing the Maypole
Directed by Liz Wiley
Closing Ceremony
Liz Wiley
Thanking the Elements
Members of the Wheel of the Year Group
SLT=Gray Hymnal | STJ=Teal Hymnal
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