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Monthly Archives: May 2012
Nonviolent communion liturgy
Nonviolent Communion Liturgy Invitation One: When Jesus sat at tables and broke bread with tax collectors, lawyers, rich elites, and poor peasants, he proclaimed that God’s gracious love and abiding presence know no bounds. Through these occasions of sharing food, … Continue reading
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Call to worship – general
STATIO Statio is the monastic custom of the holy pause. It’s the practice of stopping one thing before we begin another, or the moment between moments. Through statio, we intentionally pause to center ourselves and become present to the God … Continue reading
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Centering reflections to begin worship
Centering Prayer: Take from me… “Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act.” Psalm 37: 7 Lord, help me to relax. Take from me the tension that makes peace impossible. Take from me … Continue reading
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