THEME The Festival of Empowerment THOUGHTS FOR REFLECTION 1. The fire from above like the image of the halo or aura is an outward manifestation that springs from the strangely warmed heart, the heart that has experienced Christ's liberation.

We praise you, God, with rousing song, we answer at your call Your Word creates the universe, We praise you, God of all Your Word creates the universe, We praise you, God of all

Spirit of all freedom, Mystery unconfined, Breaking bondage, Freeing mind, Life-force we embrace.

Long years ago the promised Holy Spirit With wind and flame, in resurrection might Inspired true love, compassion rich within it, And now as then rekindles vision’s light.

Creator God of many names, Give us your widest view; We seek your Spirit none can tame, Your visions bright and new.