Call to Worship ‘Tenebrae’ means darkness or shadows.As we come to the end of Lent, we begin a journey into darkness to a place of deep shadows.Today we accompany Jesus in his last hours.We witness the cruelties and the suffering he endures.We listen to the words of condemnation and ridicule. In all this he is innocent.He is the faithful servant of … Read More
For Palm Sunday liturgy today, bring a house plant to use as a palm branch, or cut and color this palm frond coloring page. We will have Eucharist together, so be sure to have bread and wine (or juice, tortillas, chips, etc.) if you wish to participate. Arise Shine For Your Light Has Come by Jerred McKennaArise shine for your … Read More
For the fifth week of Lent Madelynn Marlow shared from Ezekiel 37. She encouraged us to remember God’s healing, life giving presence among us even when things feel dry and lifeless, like the valley of dry bones. Scripture and quotes: Ezekiel 37:1-1437 The hand of the Lord came upon me, and he brought me out by the spirit of the Lord … Read More
King of Glory (You Restore My Soul) (All Sons & Daughters) I know a place where I can find You Here in the valley of the shadow Give me eyes to see where You’re leading me I know a place where I can feel you Here in the freedom of forgiveness Give me strength to hold fast to what I … Read More
Opening Prayer May God grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end. Amen. Our help is in the Name of the Lord;The maker of heaven and earth. Confession Confession allows us a moment to honestly reveal our hopes and pains.Let us take a moment to reflect on the day and examine our conscience.We’ll and cry out to God as … Read More
On Sunday we had a digital liturgy via Zoom. April shared thoughts from Psalm 23 about God’s presence and blessing with us even in the darkest valleys.Scripture and quotes: Psalm 23The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures;he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul.He leads me in right paths for his … Read More
Our very own Karen Jordan wrote this song after 9/11. At the time she and Kevin were living in New York. The words are an encouragement in dark times. She created this video for everyone in our community and added images (including some of familiar faces!). We hope the words of the song and accompanying video will encourage you and … Read More
I Saw The Light I wandered so aimless life filled with sin, I wouldn’t let my dear Saviour in Then Jesus came like a stranger in the night Praise the Lord, I saw the light! I saw the Light, I saw the Light No more darkness, no more night Now I’m so happy, no sorrow in sight Praise the Lord! … Read More
Tomorrow we will gather for liturgy at 10:30am. Out of love for the health and safety of our neighbors we cannot gather physically. But, as God’s family we know that our connection remains even when we’re apart. Much of our liturgy will be familiar. We have chosen Zoom so that we can see each other’s faces and give opportunity to … Read More
Out of a desire to love our neighbors well, and to limit the number of opportunities for exposure to the Covid19 virus, we have decided not to gather for liturgy this Sunday, March 15. We are discussing plans for how to best love and stay connected to you, our Austin Mustard Seed community, throughout the duration of the crisis. In … Read More