If we have any hope of transforming the world and changing ourselves, ItвЂ™s a place where we can cast spells, sending the material substance that weвЂ™ve prepared into the flames to be activated by the Sacred Fire.

If ever there were a time for a candle in the darkness, The Sacred Fire is a place where we can leave offerings so that their material substance is transformed and their spiritual essence passes to the spirit world. Of all there is and all that is yet to be We rise to embrace the mystery, wonder and awe With hope to heal a fractured and hurting world To stand for justice, inclusion and peace We rise with courage of our deepest convictions In these days of uncertainty, sorrow, and fear.ДЄnd a light to warm our souls and guide us home. Thus was the symbol crafted, a generation ago. вЂњWhy a flaming chalice?вЂќ the question comes.ДЄ cup of water to quench our spiritsвЂ™ thirst.ДЄ cup of wine for celebration and dedication. We come into the presence of what we do know, Humbled by all that we cannot fathom in this time, May the flame of this chalice honor and embody the power and the blessing of the love we need, the love we give, the love we are challenged always to remember and to share. Rightly understood, love can nurture our spirits and transform the world. Love is the aspiration, the spirit that moves and inspires this faith we share. We light this chalice to celebrate the inherent worth and dignity of every person To reaffirm the historic pledge of liberal religion to seek that justice which transcends mere legality and moves toward the resolution of true equality And to share that love which is ultimately beyond even our cherished reason, that love which unites us. Chalice Lightings for the week of 13 April 2020

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