Order of Service
September 6, 2026
Gathering Music Ian Pelot, pianist
Golden Days S. Romberg
Welcome Rev. Marsha Vollkommer, celebrant
Prelude Ian Pelot
Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea J. Hisaishi
Opening Words Rev. Sunny McMillan, worship leader
Chalice Lighting Rev. Tessie Mandeville, worship leader
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.
Hymn #128 For All That Is Our Life
Time for All Ages Lis Epperson, director of RE
Children’s Blessing:
We hold you in our love as you go as you go.
May your hearts be at peace as you go.
To nurture the spark of your precious life,
we hold you in our love as you go.
Moment of Rest
Singing Come and Find the Quiet Center
Reflection Rev. Sunny McMillan
Offertory Ian Pelot
It’s a Long Way to Tipperary J. Judge, H. Williams
Reflection Rev. Tessie Mandeville
Singing Loosen, Loosen A. Halpert
Moment of Rest
Closing Words &
Announcements Rev. Marsha Vollkommer
Benediction Rev. Sunny McMillan
Extinguishing the Chalice:
We extinguish this flame but not the light of truth,
the warmth of community, or the fire of commitment.
These we carry in our hearts until we are together again.
Closing Song #155 Circle Round for Freedom
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.
