SUNDAY BULLETIN | July 27, 2025

Celebrating the Creative Spirit with guest Ryan Lott

This Sunday, The Garden welcomes visionary composer and musician Ryan Lott, founder of the genre-defying band Son Lux. Known for his emotionally rich soundscapes and collaborations with artists like Mitski, David Byrne, and Paul Simon, Lott has scored major films including the recent Marvel blockbuster, Thunderbolts*, and the acclaimed film Everything Everywhere All at Once, earning Academy Award and BAFTA nominations. In conversation with Richard Brendan, Ryan will share insights into his creative journey as we explore the transformative power of imagination. 


Join us for a morning of inspiration, music, and meaningful conversation.

“I still believe that music can change the world.”

-Judy Collins


“Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart.”

- Pablo Casals


“The music is all around us. All you have to do is listen.”

- August Rush


“Speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and sings from the spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord.”

-Ephesians 5:19

ORDER OF SERVICE
SONG: "Sir Duke" | Written by Stevie Wonder Kimberly Morgan
Welcome and Announcements Betty Brandt
Stepping Stones LeaAnn Koekenberg
Intro to the Service Rev. Richard Brendan
Candle lighting, Centering, Words of Welcome Betty Brandt
Prayer Christina Fidone
Harvest Basket Christina Fidone
SONG: "Artist of My Soul" | Written by Rick Vale Abby Cole
Message Rev. Richard Brendan and Ryan Lott
SONG: "I've Got to Use My Imagination" | Written by Gerry Goffin & Barry Goldberg Caroline Smith
Closing Rev. Richard Brendan

DEVOTIONAL MOMENT


"Musical Meditation"

by Anonymous


There’s old music

and there’s new music;

there’s music to evoke feelings

and there’s music to lull memories out;

there’s music for moods

and there’s music for thoughts;

there’s music for whispers

and there’s music that's loud;

there’s music for words

and there’s music without;

there’s music for softness

and there’s music for hard times.


There’s music you play

and there’s music that comes out of you;

there’s music that sends chills down your spine

and there’s music that warms you deep down;

there’s music for getting things done

and there’s music for sitting alone;

there’s music that comes and goes

and there’s music that remains steady.


When everything falls away

there is music.

OUR SERVING TEAMS:
The Good Earth Band Music Director: Doran Nash; Keyboards - Michael Read; Guitar - Michael Clark; Drums - Mike Kessler
Creative Team Creative Director: Dave Bradley, Betty Brandt, Becky Cheetham, Christina Fidone, Joleen House, Kimberly Morgan, Doran Nash, Marci Struble
Hospitality Team Hospitality Director: Tricia Frye, Kevin & Jessica Young, Konnie & John Schlechte, Tom Ford, Shannon Robinson, Beth Young
Technical Team Technical Director: Scott Carroll, Matthew Vire, Tom Ford, Arcy Clark, Jaco Carroll
Stepping Stones Program Coordinator: LeaAnn Koekenberg

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