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Dignity
Tempted to slide back into mud: vigil/service outline The pilgrims gather outside the building, carrying candles, torches, and/or other appropriate symbols. The rest of the congregation wait inside. The leader invites the pilgrims to process inside with the following words: I was glad when they said to me Let us go to the house of the Lord Now our feet are standing Within your gates, O Jerusalem Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: May they prosper who love you From Psalm 122, adapted by Christopher Irvine
In response, all sing ‘Christ, be our light’. A large candle or lampstand is brought in and placed in a prominent position. Let us be aware of God’s presence … (Silence) Opening prayer Jesus says, “I am the Way for you” And so we come to follow Christ Jesus says, “I am the Truth for you” And so we come to dwell in the light Jesus says, “I am the Life for you” And so we come, leaving behind all else to which we cling
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