Litanies, poems and prayers written for the local church.
ponderings... a blog sharing reflections of life and lectionary
Liturgical Season
Advent and Christmas Epiphany Lent and Easter Pentecost
Occasion
New Members - reception of New Members in progressive community. Baptism - unapologetically progressive baptism.
Communion - or the pdf version Graduation Mother's Day - for non-Hallmark families World Communion - Presentation of the Breads Totenfest - All Saints Thanksgiving (Holiday)
Subject
Healing Biblical Reference Stewardship Music Appreciation
Function
Gathering - Litanies of Call, Invocations and Collects Centering - Confession and Assurance Closing - Prayers of Dedication Hymn Verses - new words for old favorites.
Quirky Extras
UCC Story a worship service exploring the rich and varied traditions which have flowed into what we now call the United Church of Christ. Christmas Pageant - This "walk on" pageant is written for congregations who embrace the wonder of the story, the delight of children, and also the nuance of midrash. Rainbow Fish Tree - Our Rainbow Fish Tree is an Epiphany tradition for our congregation. The link provides the story and a selection of detailed prayers addressing the "isms" of our day. Tasting Tradition - Addressing basic theological topics, this pdf is the first in a series of guides (Church: The Missing Manual) for folk new (or returning) to the church. Although free use is welcome, please do not make copies without noting source. - Forgotten Women - Biblical Reflections - Poems - Comments, Etc. Links