Music As We Gather
Welcome
May this time of worship be an Oasis on your journey.
Announcements
“Wherever You Go” (Acknowledging November birthdays and
anniversaries)
Sacred Pause
Lighting the Christ Candle
Land Acknowledgment
Lighting the Candle of Reconciliation
Hymn: “Let Us Build a House” – MV #1 (verses 1, 2 & 5)
Call to Worship
One: We remember the ancestors of our faith,
From Sarah and Abraham to Paul and Phoebe:
All: Ancestors of the faith, we remember you.
One: We remember the prophets and teachers,
The ministers and communities that have taught us the way of Jesus:
All: Teachers of the faith, we remember you.
One: We remember all those we have lost and whose presence we
mourn:
All: Those close in our hearts, we remember you.
One: We remember all those we name as our relations, whether by
blood or marriage or friendship:
All: Community of love, we remember you.
One: We remember in every time and place the saints of God
who have embodied love, grace and wisdom:
All: Saints of God, we are grateful for you. Amen!
Hymn: “River Running in You and Me” – MV #163
Theme Conversation
Candle for Children and Youth
Hymn: “Where Two or Three Are Gathered” – MV #14
Scripture Readings: Hebrews 12:1-2
One: These words come from the scriptures of our tradition.
All: May we find wisdom for our daily living.
Reflection: “Infinitely Loved”
Hymn: “Give Thanks for Life” – VU #706
Prayers of the People
Lord’s Prayer
Offering
Prayer of Dedication
Hymn: “Bread for the Journey” MV #202
Holy Communion
Prayer after Communion
Hymn: “Oh a Song Must Rise” – MV #142
Blessing
Closing Circle Song: “Walk with Me” (refrain) – VU #649