Order of Service for August 16, 2026
“Perfect Enough”

Gathering Music

Welcome Song: “Loosen, Loosen”
Words on screen 

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: “Peace Like a River,” #100
Sing verses 1-3

Welcome

Call to Worship

Transition Music

Story for All Ages: “Red Bubble Letters” by Rev. Misha Sanders

“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: “How Could Anyone,” #1053
Sing through twice

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. Dr. Mary Early-Zald, Guest Preacher (she/her)
Silas Irvine, Interim Director of Music Ministry (he/him)

Worship Associate:
Chelsea Gardiner (she/her)

Board Welcome:
Jess Tavlaris (she/her)

Hymn Leader:
Marcia Wittmann (she/her)

Chalice Lighters:
Javi and Isabel Gardiner

Tech Team:
Colin Campbell (he/him), Mike Gianella (he/him),
John Harvi (he/him), Simone Niemczura (she/her)

Hosts:
Maria Baratta (she/her), Loren McAlister (she/her),
Connie Schofer (she/her), Ivan Winegar (he/him)

Sunday Steward:
Roberto Santiago (he/him)