ORDER OF WORSHIP | NOVEMBER 13, 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
Nan Hart, Worship Associate
Katrina Landon
Prelude
Welcome & Greeting
Nan Hart
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
Steve DeLaney, Guest Worship Leader
Opening Music
“Salmo 150,” by Ernani Aguiar
WUU Choir, directed by Kim Ness, Music Director
Lighting the Chalice
Words by Katie Kandarian Morris
Nan Hart
Here we have come into this sacred space
quieter now with our readiness
Hushed voices, hoping, trusting for so many things:
For connection, for communion
For inspiration, for information
For healing, for wholeness,
For words, for music,
For celebration and consolation,
Here we have come into this space bringing all of who we are,
Let us be willing… however we are changed.
Wisdom Story
Austen Petersen, Director of Religious Education
Meditation & Prayer, Sung, Spoken & Silent
Nan Hart
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 Peninsula Agency on Aging (PAA), which has been providing services that have enabled seniors to live independently since 1974. PAA supports the independence and quality of life of Peninsula residents, primarily 60 years and over, by advocating, arranging, or providing vital human services. PAA is dedicated to increasing information and services that stand the test of time like in-home care, dining centers, transportation, and meals on wheels. Thank you so much for your generosity.
Offertory Video
“Bright Morning Stars”
Performed by the WUU Virtual Choir in November 2020 in memory of Larry Ventis
Sermon
“Day Is Breaking in My Soul: Music as a Doorway to Deeper Life”
Steve DeLaney
Closing Song
“Drift Away,” by Mentor Williams & Dobie Gray
Steve DeLaney
Extinguishing the Chalice
Nan Hart
As we extinguish this flame, we honor and remember
Those who have passed into the mystery.
Their brightness lives on in our vision;
their courage lives on in our commitments;
and their love continues to bless the world through us.
Benediction
Steve DeLaney
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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