NOTE:  Pg #s refer to the BAS

A single sunbeam is enough to drive away many shadows. -St. Francis

Processional Hymn: #378 Crown him with Many Crowns

Crown him with many crowns,
the Lamb upon his throne.
Hark! how the heavenly anthem drowns
all music but its own.
Awake, my soul, and sing
of him who died for thee,
and hail him as thy matchless king
through all eternity.

Crown him the Lord of life,
who triumphed o'er the grave,
and rose victorious in the strife
for those he came to save;
his glories now we sing
who died and rose on high,
who died eternal life to bring,
and lives that death may die.

Crown him the Lord of peace,
whose power a sceptre sways,
from pole to pole, that wars may cease,
absorbed in prayer and praise.
His reign shall know no end;
and round his pierced feet
flair flowers of paradise extend
their fragrance ever sweet.

Crown him the Lord of love;
behold his hands and side,
rich wounds, yet visible above,
in beauty glorified;
All hail, Redeemer, hail!
for thou hast died for me;
thy praise shall never, never fail
throughout eternity.

Welcome & Acknowledgment of Land

Call to Worship: 
Divine One, your Holy Spirit gives breath to all living beings; renew us by the same Spirit that we may learn to respect what you have given and care for what you have made, through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God your Son Jesus Christ taught us to love even the least among us; give us the courage to care for all living creatures and the strength to defend even the weakest of all.
Loving God, your Son Jesus Christ is the reconciler of all things in heaven and on earth; send us your Spirit that we may be made one with all your creatures, and know that all things come from you, and belong to you, now and forever.
Living God, you sustain all of creation and feed each living thing by the complex ecosystem of this land; may we live well in this place as your sons and daughters, honoring all who make it their home. Amen.

The Gathering of the Community (Service begins on p. 185) 

Glory to God p.186
 
Kyrie Eleison p. 186 

Collect: Source and Sustainer of life, we cherish the myriad works of your hands. Water, earth, and sky are yours, as are all their inhabitants, wild and tame. We thank you for creatures that serve, befriend, enrich, entertain, nourish and protect us. May we, who are made in your image, care for them well. And may your groaning, yet wondrous creation rally and thrive, revealing to all who come after us your wise, redemptive, transfiguring love; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

The Proclamation of the Word   (Led by Doug Shantz)

First Reading:    Genesis 2:18-20a
Psalm 84:1–4    R:  How lovely is your dwelling place
Second Reading:    Romans 8:18-25

Gradual Hymn: #439 Blest are the Pure of Heart     (vs 1&2)

Blest are the pure in heart,
for they shall see our God;
the secret of the Lord is theirs,
their soul is Christ's abode.

The Lord, who left the heavens
our life and peace to bring,
to dwell in lowliness with us,
our pattern and our King,

The Gospel:    Matthew 6:25-34

Gradual Hymn: #439 Blest are the Pure of Heart     (vs 3&4)

Still to the lowly soul
his presence doth impart
and for a dwelling and a throne
chooseth the pure in heart.

Lord, we thy presence seek;
may ours this blessing be:
give us a pure and lowly heart,
a temple fit for thee.

Homily:  

Affirmation of Faith: (Apostles Creed p. 189)

Prayers of the People    (Led by Nancy Booth)

Blessing of Pets

Confession and Absolution p. 191

The Peace    p. 192

Offertory Hymn: #414  God of the Sparrow 

God of the sparrow
God of the whale
God of the swirling stars
How does the creature say Awe
How does the creature say Praise

God of the earthquake
God of the storm
God of the trumpet blast
How does the creature cry Woe
How does the creature cry Save

God of the rainbow
God of the cross
God of the empty grave
How does the creature say Grace
How does the creature say Thanks

God of the hungry
God of the sick
God of the prodigal
How does the creature say Care
How does the creature say Life

God of the neighbor
God of the foe
God of the pruning hook
How does the creature say Love
How does the creature say Peace

God of the ages
God near at hand
God of the loving heart
How do your children say Joy
How do your children say Home

Prayer over the Gifts: Gracious God, we offer these gifts to you in thanksgiving for the beauty of your creation and the blessings of all living creatures. As we bring our offerings before you, help us to be good stewards of your gifts, caring for the earth and all its inhabitants. May these offerings be used to bring healing, hope, and compassion to a world in need, reflecting the love of Christ in all that we do. We ask this in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen

The Celebration of the Eucharist (Eucharistic Prayer #4, p. 201)

The Lord’s Prayer (sung)        p. 211

The Breaking of the Bread (prayer # 3)     p. 212

¬ Agnes Dei (sung) O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world, have mercy upon us… Grant us Thy peace.

The Communion  (all are welcome to receive communion, or to 
come up to the altar for a blessing)

Communion Hymn: #MV 154 Deep in our Hearts  (see insert)

Deep in our hearts there is a common vision;
Deep in our hearts there is a common song;
Deep in our hearts there is a common story,
telling Creation that we are one.

Deep in our hearts there is a common purpose;
Deep in our hearts there is a common goal;
Deep in our hearts there is a sacred message,
justice and peace in harmony.

Deep in our hearts there is a common longing;
Deep in our hearts there is a common theme;
Deep in our hearts there is a common current,
flowing to freedom like a stream.

Deep in our hearts there is a common vision;
Deep in our hearts there is a common song;
Deep in our hearts there is a common story,
telling Creation that we are one.

Prayer after Communion:  Almighty and ever-living God, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. We thank you for the example of St. Francis, who showed us the beauty of creation and the depth of your love for all living things. Grant that we may go forth from this table in peace and in the spirit of love, caring for your creation and all its creatures as faithful stewards of your gifts. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and forever. Amen

Doxology: (sung) Praise God through whom all blessings flow! Praise him all creatures here below. Praise him above ye heavenly hosts. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen

The Blessing

Closing Hymn: #312 Sing a New Song   

Refrain
Sing a new song unto the Lord;
let your song be sung from mountains high.
Sing a new song unto the Lord,
singing alleluia.

Yahweh's people dance for joy.
O come before the Lord
and play for him on glad tambourines,
and let your trumpet sound. Refrain

Rise, O children, from your sleep;
your Saviour now has come.
He has turned your sorrow to joy,
and filled your soul with song. Refrain

Glad my soul for I have seen
the glory of the Lord.
The trumpet sounds; the dead shall be raised.
I know my Savior lives. Refrain

The Dismissal    p. 215