Chalice Lighting (There are many beautiful possibilities for chalice lightings. I sometimes use the opening stem below and then use one of the principles, one of the sources or the Restoration Covenant that seems to fit the service.) As we light our chalice this morning, we call to mind and reaffirm one of the principles of our free faith: the acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations. Responsive Song Here Together Congregation We are here, here together in this holy moment and we’re grateful for the winding road that brought us to this place. (repeat) Entering Reflection (One page; 450 to 700 words max, 3-5 minutes) Gathering Hymn (We moved both joys and sorrows and the offering to the front of the service so that our children and youth can participate.) Joys and Sorrows We build our community, our connections by sharing our joys and sorrows those things that brought you lifted up above the snow – in joy this morning or those burdens that weighed you down, trudging through the slush. (I’ve been saying something like below since using the stones and water.)
Chalice Lighting (There are many beautiful possibilities for chalice lightings. I sometimes use the opening stem below and then use one of the principles, one of the sources or the Restoration Covenant that seems to fit the service.) As we light our chalice this morning, we call to mind and reaffirm one of the principles of our free faith: the acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations. Responsive Song Here Together Congregation We are here, here together in this holy moment and we’re grateful for the winding road that brought us to this place. (repeat) Entering Reflection (One page; 450 to 700 words max, 3-5 minutes) Gathering Hymn (We moved both joys and sorrows and the offering to the front of the service so that our children and youth can participate.) Joys and Sorrows We build our community, our connections by sharing our joys and sorrows – those things that brought you lifted up above the snow in joy this morning or those burdens that weighed you down, trudging through the slush. (I’ve been saying something like below since using the stones and water.)
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