When you hear “May the Force be with you,” those of you who grew up going to liturgical services might have the urge to respond: “And also with you.” My friend Jeremy Smith is both a Methodist minister and a huge Star Wars fan. This year, since May 4th falls on a Sunday, he prepared an order of worship, appropriate for either Jedi or Sith services. Of course, they’re based on Episodes 4, 5, and 6, but he does make some allowances for those who “celebrate the heresy of the Prequels.”
Whether your Star Wars Day includes a worship service or not, I hope you enjoy this alternative liturgy designed for a galaxy maybe not so far, far away.
And while you’re at it, check out this Star Wars Day playlist, put together by Rdio. You’ll have to sign in to hear the full tracks, but here’s the playlist:
- Main Title from Star Wars – John Williams
- The Imperial March (Darth Vader’s Theme) – John Williams
- Princess Leia’s Theme – John Williams
- Yoda’s Theme – John Williams
- Binary Sunset (Alternate) (Medley) – London Symphony Orchestra; John Williams
- Han Solo and the Princess – John Williams
- The Asteroid Field – John Williams
- The Throne Room/End Title (Medley) – John Williams
- Duel of the Fates from Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace – John Williams; London Voices
- The Emperor Arrives/The Death of Yoda/Obi-Wan’s Revelation (Medley) – John Williams
- Anakin’s Betrayal (Episode III – Revenge of the Sith) – Global Stage Orchestra
- Cantina Band – John Williams
- The Forest Battle (Concert Suite) – John Williams
- Victory Celebration/End Title (Medley) – John Williams
May the Fourth be with you!
