The use of star words, also called “star gifts,” is a prayer practice connected to Epiphany and the new year that has been growing in popularity in Protestant churches for nearly a decade now. The idea is that a list of intention words, or guiding words, are written or printed on paper. These papers are then arranged, most commonly face down, on the Communion Table or in a large basket. At some point during the Epiphany service, individuals are invited to draw a word from the basket or off the Table, and to use that word as a guiding word throughout the year.
This year, we are providing the star words on our website for those who worship with us from home. Below you’ll find a star word card for you, randomly selected from the list of words at the bottom of this page. You may print this page or write down your star word on a piece of paper and keep it somewhere you will see it regularly throughout the year to allow consistent reflection on how God has moved through, around, or in connection to that word.
Star words specific to this theme & series
- Joy
- Rest
- Bless
- Restore
- Affirm
- Connection
- Comfort
- Journey
- Wilderness
- Voice
- Awe
- Wonder
- Hope
- Room
- Hospitality
- Ritual
- Return
- Revelation
- Beloved
General star words
- Dreamer
- Resist
- Imagine
- Seek
- Dwell
- Learn
- Play
- Listen
- Draw Near
- See
- Vision
- Heal
- Generosity
- Share
- Story
- Clarity
- Confidence
- Commitment
- Friendship
- Creativity
- Stability
- Freedom
- Release
- Renew
- Leadership
- Discernment
- Intention
- Pursue
- Pray
- Tenderness
- Forgiveness
- Laughter
- Zeal
- Relationship
- Be
- Enthusiasm
- Appreciation
- Justice
- Awareness
- Reflect
- Change
- Silence
- Insight
- Patience
- Wholeness
- Health
- Invite
- Welcome
- Self-love
- Begin
- Abundance
- Home
- Community
- Integrity
- Passion
- Nurture
- Power
- Authenticity
- Build
- Language
- Empathy
- Time
- Conviction
- Education
Portions of the liturgy by Rev. Sarah (Are) Speed | A Sanctified Art LLC | sanctifiedart.org
Star words by A Sanctified Art LLC