Invocation
O Holy Light, O Wisdom, O Christ:
Lift our spirits now,
raise your servant church to life.
As night turns to day,
As night turns to day,
and dark welcomes dawn,
Open our eyes that
Open our eyes that
we may see your face
In the joys, in the wonders,
In the joys, in the wonders,
in the strange struggles
That await us this new and sacred day.
Refrain
Arrows of Light, come, pierce my soul!
Breath of the Bright Wind, make us one!
That await us this new and sacred day.
Refrain
Arrows of Light, come, pierce my soul!
Breath of the Bright Wind, make us one!
or
In the morning when I rise
In the morning when I rise
Bright the world that greets my eyes
O give me Jesus
And when the world is spinning round
When the world is spinning round
May the lost be safely found
In the arms of Jesus
For those who are sick and ailing today, for those who are anxious and frightened today, and for their caregivers--that all may know the generous spirit of grace and peace:
God, have mercy.
For all who seek racial justice, and for those committed to systemic and consequential change on the path to nonviolent and just national renewal:
God, have mercy.
For immigrants and refugees so far from home, that their hearts may be strengthened by faith and that their journeys to freedom be hastened by grace:
God, have mercy.
I invite you now to consider your own intention for the day to come: how you might face the opportunities, responsibilities and mysteries that stretch out across morning, afternoon and nighttime. How do you intend to live this day, the day you're given, on planet earth? And in a quiet moment, offer this intention to God, and receive God's promise of companionship and blessing.
Jesus' Prayer
Earth-maker, life-giver, pain-bearer,
Source of all that is and all that shall be,
Father and Mother of us all,
Loving God in whom is heaven:
May the hallowing of your name
echo through the universe!
May your heavenly will be done
by all creatures great and small!
And may your commonwealth
of peace and freedom
sustain our hope and come on earth!
With the bread we need this day, feed us.
For the hurt we inflict on one another, forgive us.
By your grace and mercy,
strengthen us through seasons of temptation,
and spare us from trials too great to endure.
Free us from bigotry and evil, for service and truth.
For you reign in the glory of the power that is Love. Amen.
Blessing
May the Shepherd who gathers the sheep
Devotion (holding candle)
Let the mind of Jesus be in us and with us:
That we might receive today's gifts with joy,
That we might bear today's sorrow in faith,
And that we might keep our eyes on the prize
Of liberation, celebration and the beloved community
Of all beings, all peoples, and all souls.
Amen and amen.
Peace to you, dear friends! When we pray together -- as we do here -- we lean into the grace of God and the beloved community that is our true home and calling. If you wish, you're welcome to put a particular prayer or intention in the comments this morning; and this gives us all a chance to hold this prayer with you through the day. However you participate, wherever you are on life's journey, please know that you are welcome, and you are cherished here among us.
Let the mind of Jesus be in us and with us:
That we might receive today's gifts with joy,
That we might bear today's sorrow in faith,
And that we might keep our eyes on the prize
Of liberation, celebration and the beloved community
Of all beings, all peoples, and all souls.
Amen and amen.
Peace to you, dear friends! When we pray together -- as we do here -- we lean into the grace of God and the beloved community that is our true home and calling. If you wish, you're welcome to put a particular prayer or intention in the comments this morning; and this gives us all a chance to hold this prayer with you through the day. However you participate, wherever you are on life's journey, please know that you are welcome, and you are cherished here among us.
So let us pray together, siblings in Christ, friends of God.
Praise
Creek Alleluya
I praise You, God, for light and for dark, for seasons and for cycles. [ALLELUIA/ALLELUIA]
I praise You, God, for the body's strength and for the body's frailty. [ALLELUIA/ALLELUIA]
I praise You, God, for the trails that make sense to me,
and for the paths that go nowhere at all. [ALLELUIA/ALLELUIA]
With words of gladness now, or silent sights,
Praise
Creek Alleluya
I praise You, God, for light and for dark, for seasons and for cycles. [ALLELUIA/ALLELUIA]
I praise You, God, for the body's strength and for the body's frailty. [ALLELUIA/ALLELUIA]
I praise You, God, for the trails that make sense to me,
and for the paths that go nowhere at all. [ALLELUIA/ALLELUIA]
With words of gladness now, or silent sights,
we praise You for the gifts and graces in our lives.
(You're invited to offer your own praise, for all that is and all that you are.)
Creek Alleluya
Seven Minutes of Silence & Meditation
You’re invited to experience the active, generous presence of God—in your body, in your soul, in our ruah. Remember that the Bible uses this one Hebrew word (ruah) for “spirit” and for “wind” and for “breath.” As we sit quietly and breath mindfully, we are aware of the Spirit’s tender and resilient movement in our lives.
If your mind wanders, do not be harsh or judgmental. Simply notice the wandering mind, and then return to your breath. Return to the Spirit who is your companion in prayer.
(You're invited to offer your own praise, for all that is and all that you are.)
Creek Alleluya
Seven Minutes of Silence & Meditation
You’re invited to experience the active, generous presence of God—in your body, in your soul, in our ruah. Remember that the Bible uses this one Hebrew word (ruah) for “spirit” and for “wind” and for “breath.” As we sit quietly and breath mindfully, we are aware of the Spirit’s tender and resilient movement in our lives.
If your mind wanders, do not be harsh or judgmental. Simply notice the wandering mind, and then return to your breath. Return to the Spirit who is your companion in prayer.
As I breathe: O Sophia -- Holy Spirit -- Christ my Teacher -- God of Mercy
The Bell Rings
Ruach: every breath I take was first drawn by You on the face of the deep.
The Bell Rings
Ruach: every breath I take was first drawn by You on the face of the deep.
Ruach: every breath I take will forever be Yours.
Prayers of the People
We are called to community and communion.
We are called to witness and service.
And we are called to compassion and prayer.
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
We are called to community and communion.
We are called to witness and service.
And we are called to compassion and prayer.
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
For those who are sick and ailing today, for those who are anxious and frightened today, and for their caregivers--that all may know the generous spirit of grace and peace:
God, have mercy.
For all who seek racial justice, and for those committed to systemic and consequential change on the path to nonviolent and just national renewal:
God, have mercy.
For immigrants and refugees so far from home, that their hearts may be strengthened by faith and that their journeys to freedom be hastened by grace:
God, have mercy.
For our friends incarcerated in institutions and jails, and for prisoners of conscience living for freedom, that holy hope rise in their hearts and mercy make them wise:
God, have mercy.
God, have mercy.
For those in the midst of significant change and discernment, that deep wisdom and courage may illuminate a pathway to newness and joy.
God, have mercy.
And for so many others, our friends, partners and antagonists,
that they too may know comfort and companionship in the daily round;
we pray for them now by name:
(You're invited to offer into prayer the names of those you hold in love or gratitude today.)
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Our Intention
And for so many others, our friends, partners and antagonists,
that they too may know comfort and companionship in the daily round;
we pray for them now by name:
(You're invited to offer into prayer the names of those you hold in love or gratitude today.)
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Our Intention
I invite you now to consider your own intention for the day to come: how you might face the opportunities, responsibilities and mysteries that stretch out across morning, afternoon and nighttime. How do you intend to live this day, the day you're given, on planet earth? And in a quiet moment, offer this intention to God, and receive God's promise of companionship and blessing.
Jesus' Prayer
Earth-maker, life-giver, pain-bearer,
Source of all that is and all that shall be,
Father and Mother of us all,
Loving God in whom is heaven:
May the hallowing of your name
echo through the universe!
May your heavenly will be done
by all creatures great and small!
And may your commonwealth
of peace and freedom
sustain our hope and come on earth!
With the bread we need this day, feed us.
For the hurt we inflict on one another, forgive us.
By your grace and mercy,
strengthen us through seasons of temptation,
and spare us from trials too great to endure.
Free us from bigotry and evil, for service and truth.
For you reign in the glory of the power that is Love. Amen.
People's Response
“Jesu Tawapano” (Jesus, we are here for you.)
“Jesu Tawapano” (Jesus, we are here for you.)
Blessing
May the Shepherd who gathers the sheep
and tends the flock with generous love--
keep watch for you today, and comfort you.
May the Guest who turns water to wine
and transforms our ordinary meals into sacred feasts--
break bread at your table, and delight you.
May the Friend and Christ of all peoples
who risks everything and bears all sorrows--
show us the ways of mercy and peace.
For this is the day God has made,
and blessed is the one who walks
in the wisdom and knowledge of eternal love.
Amen.
Until next time, my friends, in all things and in all ways, BE WELL AND LIVE INTO THE BLESSING OF YOUR LIFE!
