Worship in Meditation Service
January 11th, 2026
Prelude: Vespers from the opera Cavalleria Rusticana By Pietro Mascagni – Kimie Karlton, pianist
Greetings & Announcements
Opening of the Word
Contemplation I
Meditation with Music: “Moon Music” By Coldplay
Scripture Readings: Genesis 1:24-31; John 15:1-15; Secrets of Heaven #54 (Swedenborg)
Contemplation II
Reflection with Music: Theme song from the motion picture “Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence” By Ryuichi Sakamoto
Contemplation III
Meditation with Gong
Silent Meditation/Deep Prayer
Mindful Offering: “River Flows in You” By Yiruma
Blessings
Postlude: “Für Elise” By Ludvig van Beethoven