Order of Service
Order of Service for September 24, 2023
“Welding the Third Space: A Joys & Sorrows Service”
Gathering Music
Land Acknowledgement
Lighting the Candles of Fellowship and Chalice of Heritage
Opening Hymn: “Wake, Now, My Senses,” #298
Sing all 3 verses
Welcome
Call to Worship
Transition Music
Megnot Toggia, soprano
Dr. Erin Busch, piano
Story for All Ages / “Go Now in Peace”
Meditation / Homily
Reflective Music
Megnot Toggia, soprano
Dr. Erin Busch, piano
Joys and Sorrows
Hymn of Affirmation: “Spirit of Life,” #123
Financial Affirmation
Offertory Music: “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” from Carousel
(Rodgers & Hammerstein)
Megnot Toggia, soprano
Dr. Erin Busch, piano
Parting Words
Closing Hymn: “Go Lifted Up,” #1057
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.
Postlude
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With Thanks To:
Rev. Kim Wildszewski, Senior Minister
Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry
Dr. Erin Busch, Director of Music Ministry
Worship Associate:
Al Migdal
Special Guest Musician:
Megnot Toggia, soprano
Tech Team:
Karen Coleman, John Harvi,
Simone Niemczura, Michelle Zechner
Hosts:
Maria Baratta, Dan Lownie, Penny Rodgers
Steward:
Roberto Santiago