Celebrant: Jen Elliott
Centered on the poem by the brilliant Amanda Gorman, we will reflect together on the ways we have risen, are rising, and must continue to rise to defend and protect our precious planet.
Greeting and Announcements
Territorial Acknowledgement
Chalice Lighting and Sung Affirmation
Opening Words
Opening Hymn: #163, For the Earth Forever Turning
Time for All Ages:
First Movement: Welcoming a Friend*
Reeb Benediction
Offertory
Second Movement: Our Relationship with Animals*
Reflections
Guided Meditation
Chant: #1031, Filled with Loving Kindness
Third Movement: The Biggest Troublemakers*
Reflections
Guided Meditation
Chant: #1031, Filled with Loving Kindness
Fourth Movement: Compassionate Revolution*
Reflections
Guided Meditation
Chant: #1031, Filled with Loving Kindness
Fifth Movement: Compassionate Heart*
Reflections
Guided Meditation
Closing Hymn: #1064, Blue Boat Home
Closing Reading: Such Singing in the Wild Branches, by Mary Oliver
Musical Benediction: There Is a Love
Embodying the Flame
Spoken Benediction
Topics: Perseverance