There are points along the trajectory of being welcoming that we’ve come to understand, like tolerance, acceptance, and inclusion- and “radical welcome” is a phrase that’s surfaced to describe a point beyond inclusion. This morning, we’ll explore what radical welcome might mean.
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Order of Service
- Gathering Song “Come, Come, Whoever You Are” #188
- Welcome
- Prelude “You’ve Got a Friend” by Carole King
- Call to Worship
- Lighting the Chalice and Musical Response
- Shared Music “Shall We Gather at the River” Hymn #1046 (teal hymnal) – Hymn of the Month
- Dedication Ceremony for Emmy Livingston-DeTienne
- Shared Music “We Are” Hymn #1051 (teal hymnal)
- Time for All Ages “A Pillow Full of Feathers” by Shoshannah Brombacher
- Shared Music “We Would Be One” Hymn #318 (gray hymnal)
- Wisdom from the World’s Traditions “Bring Me Home” by Sean Parker Dennison
- Reflection
- Offering “Swimming to the Other Side” by Pat Humphries
- Joys and Sorrows
- Shared Music “Break Not the Circle” Hymn #323 (gray hymnal)
- Extinguishing the Chalice and Benediction
Topics: Welcome