CENTERING PRAYER Rev. Pedro S. Silva II

Zoe and SophiaAugust 8, 2021 | 10:30 am

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PRELUDE Vexilla Regis J. Demessieux WELCOME Linda Kowatch

CALL TO WORSHIP “Every great dream begins with a dreamer.Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.”This is why, "We cannot live in a world that is not our own, in a world that is interpreted for us by others. An interpreted world is not a home. Part of the terror is to take back our own listening, to use our own voice, to see our own light."“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house.” -Harriet Tubman -Hildegard of Bingen -Jesus

HYMN O God the Creator

From New Century Hymnal, Copyright 1995, Pilgrim Press. Lyrics: E. Haile and C. Corbett, 1977. Music: O GOD THE CREATOR. CCLI copyright license no 11415391 Size C, CCLI streaming license CSPL181210 Size C

CENTERING PRAYER Rev. Pedro S. Silva II

SONG When God Imagined Me Work of the People Alana Levandoski

READING WOMAN Linda Kowatch Nikki Giovanni

SCRIPTURE Proverbs 4:1-13

SERMON Zoe and Sophia

SUNG PRAYER At the Altar T. Green Music by Tracey Green and Kajsa Teitelbaum

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Linda Kowatch

LORD’S PRAYER (New Zealand Version)Eternal Spirit,Earth-maker, Pain bearer, Life-giver,Source of all that is and that shall be,Father and Mother of us all,Loving God, in whom is heaven:

The hallowing of your name echo through the universe;The way of your justice be followed by the peoples of the world;Your heavenly will be done by all created beings;Your commonwealth of peace and freedomsustain our hope and come on earth.

With the bread we need for today, feed us.In the hurts we absorb from one another, forgive us.In times of temptation and test, strengthen us.From trial too great to endure, spare us.From the grip of all that is evil, free us.For you reign in the glory of the power that is love,now and forever. Amen.

SOLO Blessed Assurance P. Palmer Knapp Ekaterina Kotcherguina

INVITATION TO COMMUNITY LIFE

PRAYER OF DEDICATIONGod, who is the giver of every good and perfect gift. Thank you for this opportunity to practice Your nature. As we pour out these blessings, we come into deeper contact with the Spirit of Christ who poured himself out for the joy of the world. May these gifts serve as a further extension of that joy. Amen.

HYMN Strengthen All the Weary Hands

From New Century Hymnal, Copyright 1995, Pilgrim Press. Lyrics: Martie McMane, 1991. Music: STRENGTHEN ALL THE WEARY HANDS. CCLI copyright license no 11415391 Size C, CCLI streaming license CSPL181210 Size C

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POSTLUDE Romanze I C. Schumann

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YOUR GIVINGOnline or in-person, you can count on the nurturing ministry of FCC Boulder Church. Each one of us plays an important part, including your financial support. Thank you! Write a check to the church and mail it to:First Congregational Church Boulder, 1128 Pine St. Boulder, CO 80302

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VIRTUAL FELLOWSHIP HOURFollowing worship, meet church members and friends on Zoom for a time of fellowship. (Bring yourown coffee). https://us02web.zoom.us/j/349641499?pwd=OXZkYk0wVnpZU2hZdGxQeXY1TmN6Zz09#success

VISIONING CONVERSATIONS | SIGN-UP NOW TO PARTICIPATE!https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4daeae28aaffc16-visioningLet us hear from you! The Visioning Conversations are underway, and we want to hear from everyone. This isan opportune time to reflect on what we have experienced in the last year—pandemic, social upheaval, and everything else--and about where we would like the congregation to go next. Sign up to participate in two sessions of Visioning Conversations in small, facilitated groups, either in person or via Zoom. Let us know ifyou can’t find a time that works. Questions? Contact Karen Cumbo - [email protected]

SUMMER SERIES OF CONTEMPLATIVE PRACTICES | SUNDAYS, 9:30 TO 10:15 AM IN THE CHAPEL (AND ON ZOOM)Join us for a time of quiet contemplation in community on Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15 am.Registration is no longer required, but there will be a sign-in sheet, and a limit of 15 in the chapel.Zoom - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82949233148?pwd=anhZV1ZQTTdTcGdsZ3RxR2srcGdZUT09#success

MUSIC & MEDITATION | THURSDAYS AT 6 PM OUTDOORS ON THE PLAZAJoin us this coming Thursday for a Meditation, music, and hymn singing by the congregation!Registration is no longer required, but there will be a sign-in sheet. Bring your mask and a chair.

ALL CHURCH CAMPING TRIP 2021 | AUGUST 27-29We’re excited to announce our 4th (almost) Annual All Church Camping Trip. Last year’s trip was cancelled due to Covid and it is unlikely that RMNP will open group sites this year. But Deb Voss's family has a private, forested 3 acre property in Coal Creek Canyon just 30 minutes from Boulder that is perfect! There is room for 20 tents and a camper van or two (no trailers). There are several areas to congregate in small groups, internet for homework if necessary, and hiking/fishing 4.5 miles away. Registration Link For additional info contact [email protected]

DO YOU GET THE PICTURE - NEW DIRECTORY 1.0Check your email for a private link to the latest iteration of our directory. In our effort to get the most up to date information in our directory, we are asking that you look at the PDF of the directory and let us know if you like what you see. If so, there’s nothing for you to do. If you did not receive the link or need help updating your picture or other information, please contact Pedro [email protected] or Julie [email protected]

BOOK DISCUSSION - JESUS AND JOHN WAYNE | MONDAYS STARTING 8/23 FROM 5 PM TO 6 PM - ZOOMKirk Nordstrom and Jane Thomas will be leading a book discussion group on Kristin Kobes Du Mez's book Jesus and John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation. Professor Du Mez is ”a leading scholar of American Christianity" , professor of history and gender studies at Calvin University, and will be our MacKenzie lecturer this September. The group will meet for 4 weeks, excluding the Labor Day holiday. Copies have been pre-ordered and are available at the Boulder Bookstore on the Book Club shelf in the Chil-dren's area on the first floor. Contact Jane Thomas [email protected]

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CENTERING PRAYER Rev. Pedro S. Silva II