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Gathering and Centering Song ~
"Those Who Wait on the Lord"
Those who wait on the Lord
Shall renew their strength.
They shall mount up on wings as eagles.
They shall run and not be weary.
They shall walk and not faint.
Help us Lord, help us Lord, in thy way.
Those who love the mystery…
Welcome and Announcements
Call to Worship and Land Acknowledgement
We are on O’odham and Hohokam land.
This piece of earth that we call Shadow Rock is Indigenous land. Indigenous people are not part of the past. They continue to share their talents and gifts among us, amidst ongoing colonialism and oppression. Their contributions and their historical care of this land are worth our acknowledgment and gratitude.
Land acknowledgement is a small part of supporting Indigenous communities. We have much work left to do. This statement is part of our best efforts to stand in solidarity with our Indigenous relatives and with all oppressed people.
One: Steadfast Spirit, there is no wavering in you.
Many: We come boldly, yet uncertain and unsure.
One: Spirit of Truth, you reveal what is true and what is not.
Many: You help us to see and hear so we’ll know which road to travel.
One: Spirit of Wisdom, your mind and heart are stayed on loving us.
Many: We set our hearts and minds to love ourselves and others, the way that you do.
Singing Our Faith ~ "We Are the Family"
We are the family and we are the home,
We are the mountain where love can be known.
We are the voices and we are the hands
For bringing peace to our land. (Repeat)
And in our family all are welcome,
Doesn’t matter who you are,
In our home there’s always room so plan to stay.
On our mountain where we labor
There’s much work that’s left to do,
And your talents would be helpful if you stay. Chorus
And in our family every nation, Every planet, every race,
Everyone is always welcome to our home.
And with our voices let us tell you
That we mean just what we say,
And with our hands united, let us pray. Chorus
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