Order of Service

February 1, 2026

9:00 AM

Embodying Resilience

Led by Rev. Deborah Bennett 

Thank you to this morning’s Worship Team
Pianist:  Nonetta Shatakhtsian
Lay Pastoral Care Associate:  Anthony Wilson
Usher:  Paul Greenwood
Tech Host:  Lance Collins

Centering Quote:

“Only to the extent that we expose ourselves over and over to annihilation can that which is indestructible be found in us.”
Pema Chodron

 

Chime

Chalice Lighting

Welcome and Centering      Rev. Deborah          

Opening Hymn           #1008
           When Our Heart is in a Holy Place

Unison Affirmation
Love is the spirit of this church
And service our mission
This is our great covenant
To dwell together in peace
To seek the truth in love
And to help one another

Joys and Sorrows Anthony Wilson
To share your personal joy or sorrow with the congregation please fill out a joys and sorrows card located at the front door prior to service. A lay pastoral care team member will be available after service if you would like to speak with someone.

Embodied Meditation Rev. Deborah

Reflective Hymn #123
Spirit of Life

Sermon Embodying Resilience

Closing Hymn #131
Love Will Guide Us

Final Blessing Rev. Deborah

 

Share the Plate
Each month, our Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice committee chooses a values-aligned organization as our justice partner.

This month, we are proud to join forces with
Matthewson St. Church in Providence

An open door to everyone, providing vital support to the most vulnerable Rhode Islanders in the heart of the city. To donate, click HERE.

 

Order of Service

February 2, 2026

10:30 AM

Embodying Resilience

Led by Rev. Deborah Bennett 

Thank you to this morning’s Worship Team
Worship Partner:  Al Jeffries
Pianist:  Nonetta Shatakhtsian
Lay Pastoral Care Associate:  Anthony Wilson
Usher:  Sandy Norris and Beverly Ulvila
Tech Host:  Lance Collins

Centering Quote:

“Only to the extent that we expose ourselves over and over to annihilation can that which is indestructible be found in us.”
Pema Chodron

 

Chime

 Welcome       Al Jeffries

Chalice Lighting                

*Opening Hymn            #1008 When Our Heart is in a Holy Place         

*Unison Affirmation 

Love is the spirit of this church
And service our mission
This is our great covenant
To dwell together in peace
To seek the truth in love
And to help one another

Embodied Time For All Ages Bamboo in the Wind
Rev. Deborah

Children’s Recessional Sung to the tune of Frere Jacques
As you journey – As you journey
May you know – May you know
Love and hope go with you –
Love and hope go with you
Learn and grow – Learn and grow

Call for the Offering. This month, we are proud to join forces with Matthewson St. Church in Providence.  An open door to everyone, providing vital support to the most vulnerable Rhode Islanders in the heart of the city.

Offertory

Time for Centering by Marge Piercy
Rev. Deborah

Joys and Sorrows Anthony Wilson
To share your personal joy or sorrow with the congregation, please fill out a joys and sorrows card located at the front door prior to service. A lay pastoral care team member will be available after the service if you would like to speak with someone.

Sung Prayer #123
Spirit of Life

Sermon Embodying Resilience
Rev. Deborah

*Closing Hymn #131
Love Will Guide Us

Final Blessing Rev. Deborah

Extinguishing the Chalice
Carry the Flame in Peace and Love until we meet again. (repeat)