Order of Service
Order of Service for March 2, 2025
“Living the Questions”
Gathering Music
Welcome Song: “Loosen, Loosen” (Halpert)
Loosen, loosen, baby
You don’t have to carry
The weight of the world in your muscles and bones
Let go, let go, let go
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 Broken,” #38
Sing all 3 verses
Welcome
Call to Worship
Transition Music
Story for All Ages / “Go Now in Peace”
Meditation and Prayer
Hymn of Affirmation: “Spirit of Life,” #123
Sing through once
Sermon
Reflective Music
Financial Affirmation
Offertory
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.
Close of Service
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:
Anne Godlasky
Sermon Inspiration:
Kathy Frey
Tech Team:
Karen Coleman, Mike Gianella,
MJ Hansen, John Harvi
Hosts
Sunday Steward:
Roberto Santiago