They apparently change worship formats during a given month to "mix it up" and do something different. This worship was contained an Interactive Sermon. Instead of a sermon about the Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids the children present were given flashlights rather than oil lamps and to shine them on scrolls that were hidden around the sanctuary. They brought them back up to the front and looked at what was drawn inside the scrolls. The images all where a person might see God. They portrayed acts of kindness, forgiveness, service. caring for the earth, caring for others among others.
There were obviously similarities and differences in how Creator and King of Kings worship. The sanctuary at King of Kings is a more intimate space with a large wooden relief of Jesus behind the altar. Primary instrument was organ rather than piano. Choir had more members.
Similarities are both Creator and King Of Kings being Reconciling In Christ congregations. Both are engaged in Social Justice projects which were subtly reflected in the prayers, words and music presented this Sunday.
In talking with the congregation members it was clear our two congregations faced many of the same challenges and opportunities. There was a good exchange of ideas and approaches which made me thankful for the chance to be a part of the King of Kings visitation.
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