Today's joint chapel service was an introduction to unprogrammed worship, which is a Quaker form of worship in which people sit in silence waiting for God's speaking and leading. If one is led to share a message to the group, that one is encouraged to stand and speak. Sometimes people will read a scripture passage or sing a hymn.
Today we sang the hymn "Teach Me to Stop and Listen" by Ken Medema. Singing the song was a warm introduction to this form of worship. Sharing the lyrics is not the same as hearing or even singing the song, but it'll give an idea of the experience.
Teach me to stop and listen,
Teach me to center down,
Teach me the use of silence,
Teach me where peace is found.
Teach me to hear your calling.
Teach me to search your word,
Teach me to hear in silence,
Things I have never heard.
Teach me to be collected,
Teach me to be in tune.
Teach me to be directed,
Silence will end so soon.
Then when it’s time for moving,
Grant it that I may bring,
To every day and moment
Peace from a silent spring.
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