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Winter Solstice ; the moment when the Sun “stands still” and the Wheel of Life changes its course of increasing darkness to one of increasing light. That exact moment of stillness calls for attention. Stillness can be calm and comforting. and, in our service today ,we will look at a vision of stillness that also enables us to gather strength and clarify our perceptions. Our service will include a Solstice ritual.

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Order of Service
Sunday, December 20, 2020

Welcome and Board Greeting

Prelude: “Pageantry” for baritone dulcimer,
composed and performed by Tom Baehr

Lighting Our Chalice 

Opening Words 

Opening Hymn  Calm Soul of All Things     
by Matthew Arnold/Thomas Tallis
                           sung by Maisie Crowther

Story For All Ages

Reading 

Offering shared with Groundworks Collaborative

Offertory: “Reunion” for dulcimer,
composed and performed by Tom Baehr

Blessing of our Candles of Joy and Concern

Thoughts on Stillness

Hymn: Spirit of Life    by Carolyn McDade
             sung by ensemble; video, Beverly Miller

Solstice Ritual

Hymn # #1063 Winter Solstice Chant   by Phillip Palmer
                        sung by Janis Chaillou

Extinguishing Our Chalice

Closing Circle and song
“Carry the flame of peace and love until we meet again.” (sung 2X)