MLK Day 2024: Is Spiritual Growth Possible?
Sunday, January 14, 2024, 10:25 am
Online on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/738363620
Passcode: BUF
Zoom by phone, for audio only: (346) 248-7799
Meeting ID: 738 363 620
Passcode: 306220
Gathering Music March Majestic and Reflection Rag, by Scott Joplin
Melanie Rieck, piano
Welcome
Prelude My Lord, What a Mornin’, arr. by H.T. Burleigh
Chalice Lighting Pam Graham
Covenant
Love is the spirit of this fellowship, and service gives it life.
Celebrating our diversity, and joined by a quest for truth,
We work for peace, and honor all creation.
This is our covenant.
Singing Together #298, Wake Now My Senses
Children’s Focus
Children’s Blessing
Announcements
Beloved Community Moment Naomi Gary
Milestones
Meditation
Chalice Choir Dream Keeper
Congregational Response
SEJC Collection Sarah Chan for PNW Plateful
Sharing our Gifts Ribbon in the Sky by Stevie Wonder
Testimonial Mark Allyn
Singing Together #1028, The Fire of Commitment
Benediction #610, “The Journey of Love”
Singing Together #155, Circle ‘Round
Circle ‘round for freedom, circle ‘round for peace.
For all of us imprisoned, circle for release.
Circle for the planet, circle for each soul.
For the children of our children, keep the circle whole.
Afterward
If you’re with us on Zoom today, please stay after the service for our online coffee hour. If you’re here in person, please join us downstairs for coffee and conversation. Visitors: you may wish to use a red cup — then we’ll know you’re open to a bit of orientation.
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