My beloved brother-in-law, Bruce, died in May 2024.  His camera accompanied him on several of his final adventures capturing the wonder of God’s creation.  His lens also captured the events in his garden in which Bruce delighted.  May this selection of photos taken by Bruce bring wonder and delight to you, also. The post Wonder & delight, photos — Bruce Shotland, USA first appeared on Worship Words ..read more

As we contemplate our final journey We face our deepest fears And recognise all that we long for. The whole of our lives has been bringing us to this point; The point of departure A threshold. Do not be afraid of the darkness. Let it enfold you like a blanket. Your ancestors have gone ahead […] The post Our Final Journey — Cara Heafey, UK first appeared on Worship Words ..read more

God of my breath, may the leaves of your trees in their billions open in me. The waves of the sea eternally bowing in prayer move in me. The cry of the hawk echoing in the canyon resound in me. The blessing rain coming down like tears, like hair, like a mother’s milk, come down […] The post Move in me — Steve Garnaas-Holmes first appeared on Worship Words ..read more

Note: Choose one or more church leaders (blend of ordained and laity) to participate as per your congregation’s custom or tradition.  Number the ‘Leader’ sections to match the number of leaders involved. Introduction: Leader: Today we celebrate, bless and commission [Student’s name]. We lift up their journey and commitment declaring ourselves to be their supporting […] The post Commissioning Service for Ministry Student – Barb Wilkins-Crowder first appeared on Worship Words ..read more

This hymn might be used for welcoming new church members or in any service highlighting our call to discipleship. Tune: Aurelia (The Church’s One Foundation) Disciples here with Jesus In solidarity We now affirm each other Within our liturgy; In God we come together; In God we are as one; In God we can continue […] The post We pledge our lives, hymn — George Stuart, Australia first appeared on Worship Words ..read more

O God, You have birthed the world And us. You have washed us, Dressed us, Fed us, Set us on our way in the school of life. Give us courage to stand strong, To meet all that comes our way with kindness, Learn from all with an open heart, And remember always That the love […] The post Day’s beginning — Christina White, UK first appeared on Worship Words ..read more

A picture is worth a thousand words. These images aim to both raise awareness about the urgency to care for creation as a response to the ecological crisis. When using an image, please acknowledge the photographer or artist.  If no name is provided, please acknowledge ‘Worship Words’.     The post Eco-crisis Images first appeared on Worship Words ..read more

Gather, God’s people! We seek to be here, fully and completely! Yet often we find ourselves distracted by questions: How can I be successful? How can I be wealthy? How can I get more ‘likes’? We get caught up wanting answers: Why me?  Why not me? Who is the greatest? We seek, to be here, God, fully […] The post Gather, God’s people! — Thandiwe Dale-Ferguson, USA first appeared on Worship Words ..read more

Inspired by Genesis 9:8-17, Mark 1:9-15 and Micah 6:8 God our creator, thank you for those moments when the natural world surprises, delights, and stops us in wonder. The brilliant blue flash of a kingfisher. Rose-gold sunlight on bare-limbed trees. A rainbow, radiant against dark grey clouds. May we notice and appreciate these shining gifts. […] The post Rainbow Prayer, thanksgiving & intercession — Cara Heafey, UK first appeared on Worship Words ..read more

What words do we use to celebrate years of worship together? What words do we use when we are an aging congregation? What words signify the hope of new life in our church? Songs for Church Anniversaries: Prayers and worship resources for Church Anniversaries: The post Church Anniversaries first appeared on Worship Words ..read more