Call To Worship
Leader: I’m so glad you’re here! There are seats for everyone; there’s slight air movement; the windows engender tranquility and imagination and words will stimulate fresh thoughts.
People: It’s good to be here, in sanctuary. We’re glad for opportunities to gather and to express our gratitude to God and our appreciation for one another.
Leader: Set aside the remnants of last week; close the calendar for the week ahead. Be emotionally present for this hour, expecting Holy refreshment.

Prayer Of Thanksgiving
Holy One — as wild creatures search for water, so we search for you. We thirst for the living God! Thank you for being among us, for preparing refreshment for our bodies and souls. In the midst of the hassles of the world, we are eager to receive your grace and to respon…