Rev. Jesse Larson led today’s today’s service, which observed All Saints Day—a time to remember those family and friends who have gone before us.
The scripture reading was I Thessalonians 4:13-18.
Today’s hymns, accompanied by Natalya Guerrero, included:
Great Is Thy Faithfulness
For All the Saints
I Sing a Song of the Saints of God
Participants lit candles in memory of departed loved ones. A special prayer was read accompanied by the tolling of a bell by elder Barbara Greene.
The Bethany choir sang the anthem “Grace Alone,” accompanied by Manh Ong on guitar and Natalya Guerrero on piano:
The monthly collection of non-perishable goods for the SSIP Food Closet was taken. Communion was served.
After the service everyone viewed photos and shared memories of deceased loved ones.
