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