Order of Service for June 29, 2025
“Life-Saving Church”

Gathering Music

Welcome Song: “Enter, Rejoice, and Come In” (Hymn  #361)

Land Acknowledgment

Lighting the Candles of Fellowship and Chalice of Heritage
Let us open our eyes to see what is beautiful.
Let us open our minds to learn what is true.
Let us open our hearts to love one another.

Opening Hymn: “Blessed Spirit of My Life,” #86
Sing both verses

Welcome

Call to Worship

Story for All Ages / “Go Now in Peace”

Prayer / Meditation

 Hymn of Affirmation: “Spirit of Life,” #123
Sing through once

Sermon

Reflective Music

Financial Affirmation

Offertory 

Parting Words

Closing Hymn: “We Give Thanks,” #1010
Sing twice through

Extinguishing the Chalice
We extinguish this chalice, but not the light of truth,
The warmth of community, or the fire of commitment.
These remain kindled until we meet again.

Close of Service

Postlude

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With thanks to:
Rev. Lisa Schilansky, Minister for Justice and Pastoral Care
Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry
Dr. Erin Busch, Director of Music Ministry

Worship Associate:
Andrew Condouris

Tech Team:
Ariel Schwartz, Colin Campbell, Karen Coleman,
MJ Hansen, John Harvi, Simone Niemczura

Hosts:
Linda Hahola, Karen Kent, Debbie West

Sunday Steward:
Roberto Santiago