Ringing of the Bell

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Welcome/Announcements

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Prelude Music

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Opening Words

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Lighting of the Chalice

"We gather this hour as people of faith,

With joys and sorrows, gifts and needs.

We light this beacon of hope

Sign our quest for truth and meaning,

In celebration of the life we share together."

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Opening Hymn

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Sharing of Joys and Concerns

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Responsive Reading, Story for All Ages, or First Reading

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Time of Meditation, Gratitude, and Call to Worship

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Meditation Hymn #123 "Spirit of Life"

"Spirit of Life, come unto me,

Sing in my heart all the stirrings of compassion.

Blow in the wind, rise in the sea,

Move in the hand, giving life the shape of justice.

Roots hold me close, wings set me free. 

Spirit of Life, come to me, come to me."

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Sermon

Sometimes followed by a possible discussion and interchange of thoughts

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Closing Hymn

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Extinguishing the Chalice

"We extinguish this flame but not the light of truth,

the warmth of community or the fire of commitment.

These we carry in our hearts, until we are together again."

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Closing Words

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Postlude: A Gift of Music​

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Join us after the service for coffee and conversation!

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