ORDER OF WORSHIP | OCTOBER 13, 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 Song
STJ #1029 “Love Knocks and Waits for Us to Hear”
Opening Words
from Oriah Mountain Dreamer
Leslie Fabian, Guest Worship Leader
Opening Welcome
Deborah Fabian, Worship Associate
Announcements
Prelude
“Song of the Phoenix,” by Chris Lobdell
Heidi Souza, piano
Opening Greeting
Deborah Fabian
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.
Lighting the Chalice
Deborah Fabian
As we light this chalice today,
let us share our united message of love,
trusting that this message will become a
massive beacon of divine light in the world.
Communal Spiritual Practice
Meditation from Staying Well with Guided Imagery, by Belleruth Naparstek
Leslie Fabian
Opening Hymn
STJ #1053 “How Could Anyone”
Meditation & Prayer
Words by John Morton
Leslie Fabian
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.
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 we will be extending our reach a bit farther to help refresh the UUA Disaster Relief Fund that supports UU congregations and their wider communities in need after a disaster. They are receiving requests from impacted areas right now and the fund is at historically low levels. Thank you so much for your generosity.
Offertory Music
“Peace Prelude,” by Michael Scott
Heidi Souza, piano
Reading
Words by Emily McDowell
Deborah Fabian
Reflection
“Who Do You Think You Are?”
Leslie Fabian
Closing Hymn
SLT #6 “Just as Long as I Have Breath”
Extinguishing the Chalice
Deborah Fabian
As we extinguish this flame,
Let us hold in our hearts the warmth of this fellowship,
Carrying with us the glow of courage and inspiration
With which we always depart.
Closing Words
by Paulo Coelho
Leslie Fabian
SLT=Gray Hymnal | STJ=Teal Hymnal
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