Discernment 1 Kings 2:10-12 & 3:3-14

This special service was to be held outdoors but due to rain the night before and the soggy field, we chose to do "Church in the Wild" in the sanctuary. The sanctuary was decorated with plants and throughout the service were references to Creation and Nature. The message written by Lauren and delivered by Rev. Kerry Child revolved around the topic of Discernment. As the new King of Israel, God invites Solomon to ask for something and God will grant whatever Solomon asks for. Solomon recognizing the enormous task of leading God's people and following the legacy of his Dad, the great King David, asks for Wisdom. God is pleased and grants Solomon great wisdom as promised along with long life and prosperity as well (which Solomon did not ask for but is receiving as a gift because of his faithfulness and heart to please God). 

Special Guest Musicians Gilmore Park United Church, Ukelele Strummers.  "Like a Rock" and "Let it Shine". Like a Rock (More Voices #92). Words: Kerri K. Wehlander, 1998. Adapted to Music: Linnea Good, 1999. Words & Music copyright Borealis Music, 1999.  Let it Shine, traditional spiritual with Arrangement by Moses Hogan. Podcast/Streamed with Permission under One License Number: A-607425 & CCLI 2453477