a community creating for the relentless return of Sunday
Lord, you have planted us in your world
and given us the ability to bear fruit
according to your will.
Receive these offerings
as a part of the service and sharing
you intend for your people.
We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Submitted by Rev. Nathan Williams, Covenant Presbyterian Church, West Des Moines, IA
Holy and Triune God, we find eternal life and security in you, not in the treasure we accumulate. Thank you for your steadfast love and providence. Receive the gifts we return to you today. Help us live as selflessly as the Samaritan, sharing our resources and caring for others because you first cared for us. Amen.
Submitted by Jerie Lukefahr, Commissioned Ruling Elder, First Presbyterian Church, Fernandina Beach, FL
Forgiving God, everything we receive is a gift of your love.
Following your call, we return to you a portion of what we have received.
Let it become food for those who are hungry,
blessings for those who need care,
and good news for all people.
We give of ourselves for your glory. Amen.
Submitted by Rev. Nathan Williams, Covenant Presbyterian Church, West Des Moines, IA
God of redemption,
you have raised Jesus from death,
vindicating his mighty words and deeds.
Now clothe these gifts with your heavenly power,
and make our lives part of your gospel,
in Jesus’ name. Amen.
submitted by Rev. Nathan Williams (he/him), Covenant Presbyterian Church, West Des Moines, IA
Lord, receive our offerings of substance and service.
May we be found faithful with the little things of this world,
and let us serve you with the greater things of the world to come.
We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
submitted by Rev. Nathan Williams (he/him), Covenant Presbyterian Church, West Des Moines, IA
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