As we gently begin our interim ministry, we will offer this time to meet Rev. Denise and to ask questions. We will have questions you can draw from a box or bring your curiosity about the interim ministry process.
Worship Associate: Virginia Harrison, Music: JRUUC Folk Group and Choir Members
The Share the Plate recipient for August 9th and 16th is OutReach LGBTQ+ Community Center. Outreach is a trusted gathering place in Madison and south central Wisconsin dedicated to advancing equity, connection, and well-being for LGBTQ+ people. For more than 50 years, they’ve offered supportive programs, services, and inclusive spaces where people build community and feel celebrated. They host the annual Magic Pride Festival at Warner Park happening this year on August 16. Thank you to Mary Schaper for the nomination!
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Order of Service
- Gathering Song “Come, Come, Whoever You Are” #188
- Welcome
- Prelude “Crowded Table” by The Highwomen
- Call to Worship
- Lighting the Chalice and Musical Response
- Centering in Beauty
- Shared Music “Shall We Gather at the River” #1046 (teal hymnal)
- Time for All Ages Questions from youth
- Shared Music “I Know This Rose Will Open” #396 (gray hymnal)
- Wisdom from the World’s Traditions “The Beauty of Questions” by Karen Horneffer-Ginter
- Reflection
- Offering “You’ve Got a Friend” by Carole King
- Joys and Sorrows
- Shared Music “Go Lifted Up” #1057 (teal hymnal)
- Extinguishing the Chalice and Benediction