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SUMMARY:What are you Seeking? Preview Service\, August 23\, 2026 (Morning)
DESCRIPTION:Announcing a preview of our 2026-27 season\, “What are you Seeking?” All worshipers\, regardless of church affiliation\, are welcome to join us at 10:30 am August 23\, 2026 at San Gabriel Presbyterian Church\, Georgetown\, Texas for a Service of Healing and Wholeness introduced by the Songs and Prayers of Taizé. While this will take place during the church’s Sunday morning worship hour\, it will be an ecumenical service\, with focus on scripture rather than doctrine. Like our regular services of wholeness\, intercessory candles will be available and private prayer with ministers will be offered. \n\n\n\nWhat are you seeking? These first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John are a question to two young people standing in the Jordan valley. Last year\, six young adults from six countries across four continents heard the same question. They answered: \n\n\n\nSilence. A direction. Joy. Meaning. A just world. Community. Peace.\n\n\n\nWhen Jesus asks His question\, the young people reply\, “Master\, where do you live?” Jesus tells them\, “Come and you will see.” (John 1:38-39) In his January 2026 letter\, Br. Matthew\, Prior of the Community of Taizé\, reflects on the words of the six volunteers\, and then responds with the Word of God. Our focus starts there\, with inspiration from Taizé’s annual letter for 2026\, “Que cherches-tu ?” Throughout our season\, we will bring these lessons home to Central Texas. \n\n\n\nPastors and lay speakers will prepare brief homilies and written words of inspiration throughout the year. Scripture will be selected for meditation based on each of the seasonal topics. We will worship using a combination of both the Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers on various dates. Service type and location will always be noted. \n\n\n\nCongregational songs\n\n\n\nTaizé Prayer chants are congregational\, made of short phrases that are repeated for ease of participation. Because Taizé represents over 100 countries worldwide\, the songs are translated into many languages. In our services\, we usually sing these songs in English. For an idea of how the songs sound in their original languages\, please enjoy this YouTube playlist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Services\n\n\n\nOur meetings use two very special types of worship templates: the Protestant Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers. The Service of Healing and Wholeness\, found in many Protestant books of Common Worship\, is the root of our approach. Occasional evenings of pure Taizé prayer are offered throughout the year. The major difference between the two is that a Taizé Common Prayer service replaces a spoken homily with readings from the Bible. \n\n\n\nEven in the Services of Healing and Wholeness\, most congregational songs are from the Community of Taizé. In every service\, time is set aside for intercessory prayer\, candle lighting\, and private prayer with a minister. Many of our meetings offer open Communion\, with gluten-free elements available. All services are open to the public.
URL:https://wholeness-service.org/event/what-are-you-seeking-preview-service/
LOCATION:San Gabriel Presbyterian Church\, 5404 Williams Drive\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78633\, United States
CATEGORIES:What are you Seeking? 2026-2027
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SUMMARY:Seeking Silence: September 27\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:seeking silence\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJesus entered the world in silence: “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” The One who was with God and was God before the beginning of all things came to be with us through a humble and lowly birth in the silence of the night: the light which shines in the darkness.   Br. Matthew of Taizé\n\n\n\nOur 2026-27 season opens on September 27\, 2026\, with a meditation on “Seeking Silence.” During this time\, we reflect on the importance of disconnecting from input that never ends\, in an effort to truly encounter ourselves. The service will be a regular Wholeness Service at our partner church\, San Gabriel Presbyterian Church. Like all of our services\, this event is free and open to the public. \n\n\n\nWhat are you seeking? These first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John are a question to two young people standing in the Jordan valley. Last year\, six young adults from six countries across four continents heard the same question. They answered: \n\n\n\nSilence. A direction. Joy. Meaning. A just world. Community. Peace.\n\n\n\nWhen Jesus asks His question\, the young people reply\, “Master\, where do you live?” Jesus tells them\, “Come and you will see.” (John 1:38-39) In his January 2026 letter\, Br. Matthew\, Prior of the Community of Taizé\, reflects on the words of the six volunteers\, and then responds with the Word of God. Our focus starts there\, with inspiration from Taizé’s annual letter for 2026\, “Que cherches-tu ?” Throughout our season\, we will bring these lessons home to Central Texas. \n\n\n\nPastors and lay speakers will prepare brief homilies and written words of inspiration throughout the year. Scripture will be selected for meditation based on each of the seasonal topics. We will worship using a combination of both the Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers on various dates. Service type and location will always be noted. \n\n\n\nCongregational songs\n\n\n\nTaizé Prayer chants are congregational\, made of short phrases that are repeated for ease of participation. Because Taizé represents over 100 countries worldwide\, the songs are translated into many languages. In our services\, we usually sing these songs in English. For an idea of how the songs sound in their original languages\, please enjoy this YouTube playlist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Services\n\n\n\nOur meetings use two very special types of worship templates: the Protestant Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers. The Service of Healing and Wholeness\, found in many Protestant books of Common Worship\, is the root of our approach. Occasional evenings of pure Taizé prayer are offered throughout the year. The major difference between the two is that a Taizé Common Prayer service replaces a spoken homily with readings from the Bible. \n\n\n\nEven in the Services of Healing and Wholeness\, most congregational songs are from the Community of Taizé. In every service\, time is set aside for intercessory prayer\, candle lighting\, and private prayer with a minister. Many of our meetings offer open Communion\, with gluten-free elements available. All services are open to the public. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you\, our friends and neighbors\, in 2026-2027.
URL:https://wholeness-service.org/event/seeking-silence/
LOCATION:San Gabriel Presbyterian Church\, 5404 Williams Drive\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78633\, United States
CATEGORIES:What are you Seeking? 2026-2027
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SUMMARY:Seeking a Direction: Celebration of the Saints\, November 1\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Seeking a directionCelebration of the Saints\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll Saints’ Day falls on All Saints’ Sunday this year. In honor of those who have completed their baptisms\, we bring back our popular celebration of Saints with a luminaria display at San Gabriel Presbyterian Church. The lanterns are both prepared and funded by the Wholeness Community\, as a gift to the Georgetown\, Texas area. Watch for a call-out for remembrances\, which we will collect until October 29 this year.  \n\n\n\nOn this night\, we also meditate on the topic\, “Seeking a Direction.” Br. Matthew writes\, “The Jesus who invites us to ‘Come and see’ is gentle and humble of heart\, and He loves us with a love that is unconditional\, secure and unfailing.”  The evening’s homily will be prepared and spoken by Rev. Vicki Joy McClure.  \n\n\n\nLike last year\, we plan to worship outdoors in the columbarium of Partner Church San Gabriel Presbyterian Church. Surrounded by this great cloud of witnesses\, will once again collect non-perishable food for Helping Hands of Georgetown\, Texas\, as well as cash donations to support their ministry to the underserved of Georgetown\, Texas.  Since 2020\, we have celebrated Saints on All Saints’ Day. Starting in 2025\, we began to devote our entire service to the celebration. \n\n\n\nWhat are you seeking? These first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John are a question to two young people standing in the Jordan valley. Last year\, six young adults from six countries across four continents heard the same question. They answered: \n\n\n\nSilence. A direction. Joy. Meaning. A just world. Community. Peace.\n\n\n\nWhen Jesus asks His question\, the young people reply\, “Master\, where do you live?” Jesus tells them\, “Come and you will see.” (John 1:38-39) In his January 2026 letter\, Br. Matthew\, Prior of the Community of Taizé\, reflects on the words of the six volunteers\, and then responds with the Word of God. Our focus starts there\, with inspiration from Taizé’s annual letter for 2026\, “Que cherches-tu ?” Throughout our season\, we will bring these lessons home to Central Texas. \n\n\n\nPastors and lay speakers will prepare brief homilies and written words of inspiration throughout the year. Scripture will be selected for meditation based on each of the seasonal topics. We will worship using a combination of both the Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers on various dates. Service type and location will always be noted. \n\n\n\nCongregational songs\n\n\n\nTaizé Prayer chants are congregational\, made of short phrases that are repeated for ease of participation. Because Taizé represents over 100 countries worldwide\, the songs are translated into many languages. In our services\, we usually sing these songs in English. For an idea of how the songs sound in their original languages\, please enjoy this YouTube playlist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Services\n\n\n\nOur meetings use two very special types of worship templates: the Protestant Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers. The Service of Healing and Wholeness\, found in many Protestant books of Common Worship\, is the root of our approach. Occasional evenings of pure Taizé prayer are offered throughout the year. The major difference between the two is that a Taizé Common Prayer service replaces a spoken homily with readings from the Bible. \n\n\n\nEven in the Services of Healing and Wholeness\, most congregational songs are from the Community of Taizé. In every service\, time is set aside for intercessory prayer\, candle lighting\, and private prayer with a minister. Many of our meetings offer open Communion\, with gluten-free elements available. All services are open to the public. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you\, our friends and neighbors\, in 2026-2027.
URL:https://wholeness-service.org/event/celebration-of-the-saints-november-1-2026/
LOCATION:San Gabriel Presbyterian Church\, 5404 Williams Drive\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78633\, United States
CATEGORIES:What are you Seeking? 2026-2027
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SUMMARY:Taizé Evening Prayers\, November 22\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Location: TBD \n\n\n\n\nTaizé Evening Prayers \n\n\n\n\nPrayer is often first of all a desire\, a silent longing for peace in the presence of God. When we do not know how to pray\, the Holy Spirit is there\, praying in us in sighs too deep for words. As we listen to that deepest part of our heart\, we can realize that it is there that the Holy Spirit dwells. I am confronted with myself and with God\, who is breathing in me.   Br. Matthew of Taizé\n\n\n\nTwo Taizé Evening Prayer services will be offered in the year 2026-27. Each will provide curated spaces and times for contemplative prayer\, with scripture\, song\, and personal time for candlelighting and conversation with a minister. Worship movements will focus on topics in the 2026-27 season\, “What are you seeking?” \n\n\n\nWhat are you seeking? These first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John are a question to two young people standing in the Jordan valley. Last year\, six young adults from six countries across four continents heard the same question. They answered: \n\n\n\nSilence. A direction. Joy. Meaning. A just world. Community. Peace.\n\n\n\nWhen Jesus asks His question\, the young people reply\, “Master\, where do you live?” Jesus tells them\, “Come and you will see.” (John 1:38-39) In his January 2026 letter\, Br. Matthew\, Prior of the Community of Taizé\, reflects on the words of the six volunteers\, and then responds with the Word of God. Our focus starts there\, with inspiration from Taizé’s annual letter for 2026\, “Que cherches-tu ?” Throughout our season\, we will bring these lessons home to Central Texas. \n\n\n\nPastors and lay speakers will prepare brief homilies and written words of inspiration throughout the year. Scripture will be selected for meditation based on each of the seasonal topics. We will worship using a combination of both the Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers on various dates. Service type and location will always be noted. \n\n\n\nCongregational songs\n\n\n\nTaizé Prayer chants are congregational\, made of short phrases that are repeated for ease of participation. Because Taizé represents over 100 countries worldwide\, the songs are translated into many languages. In our services\, we usually sing these songs in English. For an idea of how the songs sound in their original languages\, please enjoy this YouTube playlist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Services\n\n\n\nOur meetings use two very special types of worship templates: the Protestant Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers. The Service of Healing and Wholeness\, found in many Protestant books of Common Worship\, is the root of our approach. Occasional evenings of pure Taizé prayer are offered throughout the year. The major difference between the two is that a Taizé Common Prayer service replaces a spoken homily with readings from the Bible. \n\n\n\nEven in the Services of Healing and Wholeness\, most congregational songs are from the Community of Taizé. In every service\, time is set aside for intercessory prayer\, candle lighting\, and private prayer with a minister. Many of our meetings offer open Communion\, with gluten-free elements available. All services are open to the public. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you\, our friends and neighbors\, in 2026-2027.
URL:https://wholeness-service.org/event/taize-evening-prayers-november-22-2025/
CATEGORIES:What are you Seeking? 2026-2027
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SUMMARY:Seeking Joy: Christmas by Candlelight - December 20\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Seeking Joy\n\n\n\nChristmas by Candlelight\n\n\n\n\nJoy bubbles up from deep within when we realise that we are loved for who we are. When we understand that joy is a gift and not something we can claim\, we can find we are ready to welcome it.   Br. Matthew of Taizé\n\n\n\nReprising our popular service\, “Christmas by Candlelight\,” this evening will open with shadow and light. We will welcome the Spirit of Christ Jesus\, who was and is and is to come\, with a memory of the Word made flesh. \n\n\n\nWhat are you seeking? These first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John are a question to two young people standing in the Jordan valley. Last year\, six young adults from six countries across four continents heard the same question. They answered: \n\n\n\nSilence. A direction. Joy. Meaning. A just world. Community. Peace.\n\n\n\nWhen Jesus asks His question\, the young people reply\, “Master\, where do you live?” Jesus tells them\, “Come and you will see.” (John 1:38-39) In his January 2026 letter\, Br. Matthew\, Prior of the Community of Taizé\, reflects on the words of the six volunteers\, and then responds with the Word of God. Our focus starts there\, with inspiration from Taizé’s annual letter for 2026\, “Que cherches-tu ?” Throughout our season\, we will bring these lessons home to Central Texas. \n\n\n\nPastors and lay speakers will prepare brief homilies and written words of inspiration throughout the year. Scripture will be selected for meditation based on each of the seasonal topics. We will worship using a combination of both the Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers on various dates. Service type and location will always be noted. \n\n\n\nChristmas Songs: The best part of our Christmas by Candlelight service is the candlelight procession of carols. After a brief homily and litany of intercession\, worshipers are invited to light a candle to symbolize a private prayer. The choir will lead you in our favorite songs of the season as you enjoy the candlelight and silence. For an idea of the songs we like to sing\, please enjoy this YouTube playlist.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Services\n\n\n\nOur meetings use two very special types of worship templates: the Protestant Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers. The Service of Healing and Wholeness\, found in many Protestant books of Common Worship\, is the root of our approach. Occasional evenings of pure Taizé prayer are offered throughout the year. The major difference between the two is that a Taizé Common Prayer service replaces a spoken homily with readings from the Bible. \n\n\n\nEven in the Services of Healing and Wholeness\, most congregational songs are from the Community of Taizé. In every service\, time is set aside for intercessory prayer\, candle lighting\, and private prayer with a minister. Many of our meetings offer open Communion\, with gluten-free elements available. All services are open to the public. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you\, our friends and neighbors\, in 2026-2027.
URL:https://wholeness-service.org/event/seeking-joy-christmas-by-candlelight-december-20-2025/
LOCATION:San Gabriel Presbyterian Church\, 5404 Williams Drive\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78633\, United States
CATEGORIES:What are you Seeking? 2026-2027
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SUMMARY:Taizé Evening Prayers\, January 24 2027
DESCRIPTION:Location: TBD \n\n\n\n\nTaizé Evening Prayers \n\n\n\n\nNot without reason did the Apostle say\, “Pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Do you wish never to cease praying? Then never cease desiring. Your continual desire is your continual voice.   St. Augustine\n\n\n\nTwo Taizé Evening Prayer services will be offered in the year 2026-27. Each will provide curated spaces and times for contemplative prayer\, with scripture\, song\, and personal time for candlelighting and conversation with a minister. Worship movements will focus on topics in the 2026-27 season\, “What are you seeking?” \n\n\n\nWhat are you seeking? These first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John are a question to two young people standing in the Jordan valley. Last year\, six young adults from six countries across four continents heard the same question. They answered: \n\n\n\nSilence. A direction. Joy. Meaning. A just world. Community. Peace.\n\n\n\nWhen Jesus asks His question\, the young people reply\, “Master\, where do you live?” Jesus tells them\, “Come and you will see.” (John 1:38-39) In his January 2026 letter\, Br. Matthew\, Prior of the Community of Taizé\, reflects on the words of the six volunteers\, and then responds with the Word of God. Our focus starts there\, with inspiration from Taizé’s annual letter for 2026\, “Que cherches-tu ?” Throughout our season\, we will bring these lessons home to Central Texas. \n\n\n\nPastors and lay speakers will prepare brief homilies and written words of inspiration throughout the year. Scripture will be selected for meditation based on each of the seasonal topics. We will worship using a combination of both the Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers on various dates. Service type and location will always be noted. \n\n\n\nCongregational songs\n\n\n\nTaizé Prayer chants are congregational\, made of short phrases that are repeated for ease of participation. Because Taizé represents over 100 countries worldwide\, the songs are translated into many languages. In our services\, we usually sing these songs in English. For an idea of how the songs sound in their original languages\, please enjoy this YouTube playlist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Services\n\n\n\nOur meetings use two very special types of worship templates: the Protestant Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers. The Service of Healing and Wholeness\, found in many Protestant books of Common Worship\, is the root of our approach. Occasional evenings of pure Taizé prayer are offered throughout the year. The major difference between the two is that a Taizé Common Prayer service replaces a spoken homily with readings from the Bible. \n\n\n\nEven in the Services of Healing and Wholeness\, most congregational songs are from the Community of Taizé. In every service\, time is set aside for intercessory prayer\, candle lighting\, and private prayer with a minister. Many of our meetings offer open Communion\, with gluten-free elements available. All services are open to the public. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you\, our friends and neighbors\, in 2026-2027.
URL:https://wholeness-service.org/event/taize-evening-prayers-january-24-2027/
CATEGORIES:What are you Seeking? 2026-2027
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SUMMARY:Seeking Meaning: February 28\, 2027
DESCRIPTION:Seeking Meaning \n\n\n\n\nIn each one of us there is a thirst for meaning. Where can we quench this thirst? In our busy lives\, somewhere within us there is a quiet voice which whispers that we are loved.   Br. Matthew of Taizé\n\n\n\nWhat are you seeking? These first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John are a question to two young people standing in the Jordan valley. Last year\, six young adults from six countries across four continents heard the same question. They answered: \n\n\n\nSilence. A direction. Joy. Meaning. A just world. Community. Peace.\n\n\n\nWhen Jesus asks His question\, the young people reply\, “Master\, where do you live?” Jesus tells them\, “Come and you will see.” (John 1:38-39) In his January 2026 letter\, Br. Matthew\, Prior of the Community of Taizé\, reflects on the words of the six volunteers\, and then responds with the Word of God. Our focus starts there\, with inspiration from Taizé’s annual letter for 2026\, “Que cherches-tu ?” Throughout our season\, we will bring these lessons home to Central Texas. \n\n\n\nPastors and lay speakers will prepare brief homilies and written words of inspiration throughout the year. Scripture will be selected for meditation based on each of the seasonal topics. We will worship using a combination of both the Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers on various dates. Service type and location will always be noted. \n\n\n\nAbout the Services\n\n\n\nOur meetings use two very special types of worship templates: the Protestant Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers. The Service of Healing and Wholeness\, found in many Protestant books of Common Worship\, is the root of our approach. Occasional evenings of pure Taizé prayer are offered throughout the year. The major difference between the two is that a Taizé Common Prayer service replaces a spoken homily with readings from the Bible. \n\n\n\nEven in the Services of Healing and Wholeness\, most congregational songs are from the Community of Taizé. In every service\, time is set aside for intercessory prayer\, candle lighting\, and private prayer with a minister. Many of our meetings offer open Communion\, with gluten-free elements available. All services are open to the public. \n\n\n\nCongregational songs\n\n\n\nTaizé Prayer chants are congregational\, made of short phrases that are repeated for ease of participation. Because Taizé represents over 100 countries worldwide\, the songs are translated into many languages. In our services\, we usually sing these songs in English. For an idea of how the songs sound in their original languages\, please enjoy this YouTube playlist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe hope to see you\, our friends and neighbors\, in 2026-2027.
URL:https://wholeness-service.org/event/seeking-meaning-february-28-2027/
LOCATION:San Gabriel Presbyterian Church\, 5404 Williams Drive\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78633\, United States
CATEGORIES:What are you Seeking? 2026-2027
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SUMMARY:Seeking a Just World: March 21\, 2027 (Palm Sunday)
DESCRIPTION:Seeking a Just World \n\n\n\nA service to begin Holy Week\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are you seeking? These first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John are a question to two young people standing in the Jordan valley. Last year\, six young adults from six countries across four continents heard the same question. They answered: \n\n\n\nSilence. A direction. Joy. Meaning. A just world. Community. Peace.\n\n\n\nWhen Jesus asks His question\, the young people reply\, “Master\, where do you live?” Jesus tells them\, “Come and you will see.” (John 1:38-39) In his January 2026 letter\, Br. Matthew\, Prior of the Community of Taizé\, reflects on the words of the six volunteers\, and then responds with the Word of God. Our focus starts there\, with inspiration from Taizé’s annual letter for 2026\, “Que cherches-tu ?” Throughout our season\, we will bring these lessons home to Central Texas. \n\n\n\nPastors and lay speakers will prepare brief homilies and written words of inspiration throughout the year. Scripture will be selected for meditation based on each of the seasonal topics. We will worship using a combination of both the Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers on various dates. Service type and location will always be noted. \n\n\n\nAbout the Services\n\n\n\nOur meetings use two very special types of worship templates: the Protestant Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers. The Service of Healing and Wholeness\, found in many Protestant books of Common Worship\, is the root of our approach. Occasional evenings of pure Taizé prayer are offered throughout the year. The major difference between the two is that a Taizé Common Prayer service replaces a spoken homily with readings from the Bible. \n\n\n\nEven in the Services of Healing and Wholeness\, most congregational songs are from the Community of Taizé. In every service\, time is set aside for intercessory prayer\, candle lighting\, and private prayer with a minister. Many of our meetings offer open Communion\, with gluten-free elements available. All services are open to the public. \n\n\n\nCongregational songs\n\n\n\nTaizé Prayer chants are congregational\, made of short phrases that are repeated for ease of participation. Because Taizé represents over 100 countries worldwide\, the songs are translated into many languages. In our services\, we usually sing these songs in English. For an idea of how the songs sound in their original languages\, please enjoy this YouTube playlist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe hope to see you\, our friends and neighbors\, in 2026-2027.
URL:https://wholeness-service.org/event/seeking-a-just-world-march-21-2027-palm-sunday/
LOCATION:San Gabriel Presbyterian Church\, 5404 Williams Drive\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78633\, United States
CATEGORIES:What are you Seeking? 2026-2027
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270426T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270426T194500
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SUMMARY:Seeking Community: April 26\, 2027
DESCRIPTION:Seeking Community \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are you seeking? These first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John are a question to two young people standing in the Jordan valley. Last year\, six young adults from six countries across four continents heard the same question. They answered: \n\n\n\nSilence. A direction. Joy. Meaning. A just world. Community. Peace.\n\n\n\nWhen Jesus asks His question\, the young people reply\, “Master\, where do you live?” Jesus tells them\, “Come and you will see.” (John 1:38-39) In his January 2026 letter\, Br. Matthew\, Prior of the Community of Taizé\, reflects on the words of the six volunteers\, and then responds with the Word of God. Our focus starts there\, with inspiration from Taizé’s annual letter for 2026\, “Que cherches-tu ?” Throughout our season\, we will bring these lessons home to Central Texas. \n\n\n\nPastors and lay speakers will prepare brief homilies and written words of inspiration throughout the year. Scripture will be selected for meditation based on each of the seasonal topics. We will worship using a combination of both the Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers on various dates. Service type and location will always be noted. \n\n\n\nAbout the Services\n\n\n\nOur meetings use two very special types of worship templates: the Protestant Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers. The Service of Healing and Wholeness\, found in many Protestant books of Common Worship\, is the root of our approach. Occasional evenings of pure Taizé prayer are offered throughout the year. The major difference between the two is that a Taizé Common Prayer service replaces a spoken homily with readings from the Bible. \n\n\n\nEven in the Services of Healing and Wholeness\, most congregational songs are from the Community of Taizé. In every service\, time is set aside for intercessory prayer\, candle lighting\, and private prayer with a minister. Many of our meetings offer open Communion\, with gluten-free elements available. All services are open to the public. \n\n\n\nCongregational songs\n\n\n\nTaizé Prayer chants are congregational\, made of short phrases that are repeated for ease of participation. Because Taizé represents over 100 countries worldwide\, the songs are translated into many languages. In our services\, we usually sing these songs in English. For an idea of how the songs sound in their original languages\, please enjoy this YouTube playlist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe hope to see you\, our friends and neighbors\, in 2026-2027.
URL:https://wholeness-service.org/event/seeking-community-april-26-2027/
LOCATION:San Gabriel Presbyterian Church\, 5404 Williams Drive\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78633\, United States
CATEGORIES:What are you Seeking? 2026-2027
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270524T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270524T194500
DTSTAMP:20260619T192221Z
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SUMMARY:Seeking Peace: May 24\, 2027
DESCRIPTION:Seeking Peace \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are you seeking? These first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John are a question to two young people standing in the Jordan valley. Last year\, six young adults from six countries across four continents heard the same question. They answered: \n\n\n\nSilence. A direction. Joy. Meaning. A just world. Community. Peace.\n\n\n\nWhen Jesus asks His question\, the young people reply\, “Master\, where do you live?” Jesus tells them\, “Come and you will see.” (John 1:38-39) In his January 2026 letter\, Br. Matthew\, Prior of the Community of Taizé\, reflects on the words of the six volunteers\, and then responds with the Word of God. Our focus starts there\, with inspiration from Taizé’s annual letter for 2026\, “Que cherches-tu ?” Throughout our season\, we will bring these lessons home to Central Texas. \n\n\n\nPastors and lay speakers will prepare brief homilies and written words of inspiration throughout the year. Scripture will be selected for meditation based on each of the seasonal topics. We will worship using a combination of both the Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers on various dates. Service type and location will always be noted. \n\n\n\nAbout the Services\n\n\n\nOur meetings use two very special types of worship templates: the Protestant Service of Healing and Wholeness and Taizé Common Prayers. The Service of Healing and Wholeness\, found in many Protestant books of Common Worship\, is the root of our approach. Occasional evenings of pure Taizé prayer are offered throughout the year. The major difference between the two is that a Taizé Common Prayer service replaces a spoken homily with readings from the Bible. \n\n\n\nEven in the Services of Healing and Wholeness\, most congregational songs are from the Community of Taizé. In every service\, time is set aside for intercessory prayer\, candle lighting\, and private prayer with a minister. Many of our meetings offer open Communion\, with gluten-free elements available. All services are open to the public. \n\n\n\nCongregational songs\n\n\n\nTaizé Prayer chants are congregational\, made of short phrases that are repeated for ease of participation. Because Taizé represents over 100 countries worldwide\, the songs are translated into many languages. In our services\, we usually sing these songs in English. For an idea of how the songs sound in their original languages\, please enjoy this YouTube playlist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe hope to see you\, our friends and neighbors\, in 2026-2027.
URL:https://wholeness-service.org/event/seeking-peace-may-24-2027/
LOCATION:San Gabriel Presbyterian Church\, 5404 Williams Drive\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78633\, United States
CATEGORIES:What are you Seeking? 2026-2027
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