12/19/21 Opening to Joy
Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn
Joy is medicine to our hearts and minds. But how do we find joy even when life is challenging? Today we explore the pathways to joy during this midwinter time. Join us this Sunday as we honor the Winter Solstice and explore bringing the light of joy into our midst.
Join Zoom Meeting at 10:00 am
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Meeting ID: 209 555 249
Phone: 16699009128
Password: 2020
Order Of Service:
Prelude – Anthony Concepcion
Welcome – Reverend Nica
Introduction – Shane Niebergall
Call to Worship – Reverend Nica
Chalice Lighting – Dammerell family
Opening Hymn – #361 Enter Rejoice and Come In
Time for All Ages – Video with Lea Morris – The Tiger and the Strawberry
Offering Words – Shane Niebergall
Offering Music –[Video] Ode to Joy Flash Mob https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbJcQYVtZMo
Joys and Sorrows- Reverend Nica – You may write your Joys and Sorrows in the chatbox during the service or email them in advance.
Time of Meditation – Reverend Nica
Meditation Song – #100 I’ve Got Peace Like a River verses 1 – 3
Sermon – Opening to Joy – Reverend Nica
Closing Hymn – [Video] This Joy that I Have https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TbDPwA09Bc
Benediction – Reverend Nica
Announcements – Slides
Postlude – Anthony Concepcion
Break Out Rooms:
- Service discussion
- Open discussion
- Social Justice discussion