Moments of Stillness

By Johanna O’Dell
Readings for March 15, 2024: Preparing for the Fifth Sunday in Lent

There are many moments of stillness in our daily lives that, more often than not, pass by completely unnoticed: the pause between each breath, each sip of coffee, each passing thought. We experience such moments as well during our worship service, when we transition from one participatory element of the liturgy to the next. Those “in-between” moments are often accompanied by thoughtfully improvised musical selections that help us to stay connected to the continuous flow of the service. Rather than anticipate the next active element in the order of service, enjoy each of those brief moments of beauty for their own sake.