Order of Service for June 14, 2026
“Flower Ceremony”

Gathering Music

Welcome Song: “This Joy”
(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: “Morning Has Come,” #1000
Sing all 3 verses

Welcome

Story of the Flower Ceremony, Part 1

Hymn: “Though I May Speak with Bravest Fire”
(words on screen)

Story, Part 2

Transition Music: “River of Dreams” (Joel, arr. Busch)
Chelsea Reed, vocals; Jake Kelberman, guitar;
Sam Harris, bass; Austin Wagner, drums;
Dr. Erin Busch, piano; Crossing Chorale

Story, Part 3

Dedication of Flowers

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

Story, Part 4

Reflective Music: “Comfort Me” (Hymn #1002)
Chelsea Reed, vocals
Dr. Erin Busch, piano

Financial Affirmation

Offertory: “Shower the People” (Taylor, arr. Busch)
Chelsea Reed, vocals; Jake Kelberman, guitar;
Sam Harris, bass; Austin Wagner, drums;
Dr. Erin Busch, piano; Crossing Chorale

Flower Ceremony

Parting Words 

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. Kim Wildszewski, Senior Minister (she/her)
Dr. Erin Busch, Director of Music Ministry (she/her)
Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry (she & they)

Worship Associates:
Greg Pontier (he/him)
Sylvia Light (she/her)

Musicians:
Chelsea Reed, vocals
Jake Kelberman, guitar
Sam Harris, bass
Austin Wagner, drums
Crossing Chorale

Tech Team:
Colin Campbell (he/him), Karen Coleman (she/her),
Simone Niemczura (she/her)

Hosts:
Linda Hahola (she/her), Loren McAlister (she/her),
Denny Rodgers (he/him), Penny Rodgers (she/her)

Sunday Steward:
Roberto Santiago (he/him)