Here’s some liturgical inspiration for this Sunday! If you have written any words for worship, feel free to share in the comments, or for future weeks email them to revgalblogpals(at)gmail.com. Call to worship by Sarah EricksonWe come to worship to draw near to you, Triune God.To learn what is means to be happy, to… Read More
Worship Words for 12 September 2021
Somehow it’s the middle of September already! I know in North America this could be a complex weekend, with the anniversary of 9/11, but also many places kicking off the program year / having Rally Day. The Narrative Lectionary begins year 4 this Sunday. In the Southern Hemisphere we have friends whose lockdowns have been… Read More
Ordiversary Party — September!
Happy Ordiversary, September-ordained friends! It’s a time for new beginnings in many northern-hemisphere churches, so what a great time for ordinations. (okay, anytime is a good time for an ordination, and for a party!) We celebrate your ministry, whether it’s been one year or forty since that first step! Today I’m so excited that the… Read More
Worship Words for 22 August
In some places it’s back-to-school time, so we are super grateful today for Jessica Hainley sharing some ideas for back-to-school Sunday! In other places it’s the one millionth week in John 6, or in the story of David, or in the letter to the Ephesians, and Sarah Agnew has you covered! Whether you are having… Read More
Worship Words for 15 August
Invitation TO and BY Wisdom — by Dawn RouckaI’ve been watching hummingbirds all this summer. Birds fascinate me. Sometimes they flock together to the feeder. I have learned that these are the females. Their wings beating furiously and so gracefully. Images of birds invoke the presence of the Holy Spirit for me.In that spirit, I… Read More
Ordiversary Party — Awesome August
The first Friday of the month is a FANTASTIC time for a party. (okay, I’m an Enneagram 7, anytime is a fantastic time for a party. But I especially love a Friday party!) This month we are celebrating those of you ordained in August — happy ordiversary! Longtime RevGal Marci Glass is kicking off the… Read More
worship words for 8 August
How are you holding up through the bread weeks of year B? Whether you’re in need of a little sustenance for yet another John 6 week, or something a little different, here are a few pieces for worship you are welcome to use, adapt, or simply be inspired by. If you use them, please credit… Read More
Worship Words for 18 July
I don’t know about you, but I’m in that slump time when it feels like words have failed me. I have a holiday coming up but until then I need some liturgi-help! If you do too, here’s some from your friends and colleagues. Feel free to use or adapt or be inspired. If you use… Read More
Worship Words: Wedding Edition
One of the great joys of ministry is to participate in life’s milestone moments with people. A wedding can be a beautiful occasion and we are always striving to make the language we use both consistent with our faith traditions and personal for each couple. Sometimes it can be a challenge! Here are some words… Read More
July Ordiversary Party
Happy Ordiversary, July-Ordained friends! This month we have the Rev. Jo Anne Taylor kicking off the party! 1. Tell us a bit about your journey into ministry.My first calling was to be a music teacher and singer. I did that for 25 years and loved it. One Sunday, my pastor asked me to step in… Read More
