Theme “Divine Love”
Transcendental thoughts
When we look at the world, there is that within us which orders the world, not simply observing it; an intuitive sense that transcends and comprehends the multiplicity we experience.
When we look at a physical object – be it a table, a planet, or a human being – we see its dimensions, its shape, its
Partakers of the divine
‘…whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature.’
(II Peter 1: 4)
We are products and partakers of the Divine,
whether we like it or not,
as are all things that live, all things that exist.
With our minds we explore the mystery that
A Unitarian Gloria
This reading is inspired by the words of the Gloria in the traditional Latin Mass, which is often set to music.
We rejoice in the glory of the universe
We live in the hope of peace on earth
For all people, even those who disagree with our views.
We praise the giver of life
The parent,
Spirit love prayer
We pray for those who are ill, those are burdened with worries and cares, those who are in despair, those who are suffering from loss, those caught up in personal conflict, and those who are at war.
May they feel the comfort and strength that the Spirit Divine can give them; May wisdom and faith
Chalice lighting
The flame consumes the wick,
Constantly changing and dancing,
Sharing its radiance with us.
So may our souls be aflame with divine love,
Sharing our radiance with others.