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9/13: Rally Day!

Rally Day 🎶 

There is something exhilarating about the fresh start feel of fall! Purchasing new backpacks, a glimpse of sweater season...hot summer days turning it over to the beautiful bursts of color that emerge all around us. Let's celebrate this special time of worship together with these joyous selections!

8am Service 

Gathering Hymn:  All Are Welcome

We sang this at our combined outdoor service in June, and as we commence a new season at St. Paul's it seems fitting to start off on the right foot, as we grow in faith, serve with love, and invite into fellowship. 

Hymn of the Day:  What A Fellowship, What a Joy Divine

Speaking of fellowship...

If you know the bass part of the refrain, please sing out! 

Sending Hymn:  Sent Forth By God's Blessing

Let us depart with joy in our hearts, united by God's love. 

10:30am Service 

Gathering Song: Draw the Circle Wide

This was a new musical setting of the text for me! I'm more familiar with the version from Mark Miller. I love the practice some congregations and choirs have taken to forming an actual circle while singing this selection. (What do you think, St. Paul's? Can we try it next time? 😉 ) In my mind, the message of the text is central to what it means to be a Christian: Christ stood with and defended marginalized populations...there is no litmus test for who is worthy of our love, and casting judgement against my neighbor separates me from my purpose to live and love as Christ did. No one stands alone.

Song of the Day: Lord, I Lift Your Name on High

There can be so much to celebrate at this time of year. Whether it's being back in that familiar pew you typically occupy September through May...a loved one starting a new journey...getting back into a routine after a lovely summer slow-down...let's give thanks and praise to The One from whom all blessings flow! And if this time of year is a challenging time, with renewed responsibilities and checklists...consider the beauty of the space we hold for one another when we gather in our house of worship.

Sending Song: Go in Peace

Yes--let's!

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