Sunday, September 16, 2018
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
For Meditation and Reflection
“It is, indeed, a unique occasion at which the distinguished word qadosh is used for the first time: in the Book of Genesis at the end of the story of creation. How extremely significant is the fact that it is applied to time: “And God blessed the seventh day and made it holy.” There is no reference in the record of creation to any object in space that would be endowed with the quality of holiness.”
― Abraham Joshua Heschel
Welcome and Announcements
A warm welcome is extended to all. No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here in this safe and sacred place.
Call to Worship
Pastor: May we find it in ourselves today to work toward a better world.
People: May we make use of our energy to take part in the lifting of burdens.
Pastor: May our gratitude find expression in the care of others, both near and far.
People: May we find ways to live and grow on the margins.
Pastor: May we leave behind us a trail of encouragement and hope.
People: May ours be a faith that is more than words and ideals.
Pastor: May ours be a faith of vitality and compassion.
All: Welcome to worship.
Music by our VBS Participants:
Jesus Loves Me
This Little Light of Mine
He’s Got the Whole World In His Hands