How does a weary world rejoice? Liturgy for the Weary
How does a weary world rejoice? Liturgy for the Weary
[This resource is one of many included in our How does a weary world rejoice? Advent Bundle]
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For those who have experienced loss, the joy of the holiday season can often feel elusive and out of reach. As a result, churches around the world have adopted the practice of having a “Blue Christmas”' or a “Longest Night” service during the Advent season. These services are designed to provide space for prayer, reflection, and remembrance amidst the twinkle lights and holiday hustle and bustle. Instead of advertising this as a “Blue Christmas” or “Longest Night Service,” we are calling this a “Service for the Weary,” inspired by our Advent theme.
Both a full order of worship designed for congregational worship (in-person and/or virtually) and an at-home liturgy for individuals are included. We hope that these words and this order of worship can be a gift to individuals and communities alike, providing a space of calm, quiet, and healing.
Liturgy by Rev. Sarah Speed
SUMMARY ORDER OF THE Communal WORSHIP SERVICE:
GATHERING
Gathering Music
Welcome
Reading
Advent Candle Lighting
Opening Hymn
THE WORD
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading
Homily (with suggested alternatives)
RESPONSE
Written Prayer
Candle Lighting
Prayer of Gratitude
Hymn
SENDING
Benediction
Sending Music
DOWNLOAD INCLUDES:
10-pg PDF with the full worship script for communal worship (including all liturgy, scripture readings, music suggestions, and leadership notes)
6-pg PDF with the full worship guide for individual prayer and reflection, ready to print and distribute
CREDIT INFO:
Liturgy and service written by Sarah Speed | A Sanctified Art LLC | sanctifiedart.org
