The earth is yours, O Lord, and everything in it belongs to you. We confess that we have treated “our own” as exclusive property and cut off those in need from the gift of your abundance. We have ignored orphans, widows, and foreigners, as if … [Continue reading] about confession: the earth is yours
Dedication: not to earn favor…
We thank you, God of abundance, for the privilege of sharing your blessings with others. We dedicate these gifts to you, not to earn your favor or make a point, but simply out of gratitude for the amazing goodness you pour out on … [Continue reading] about Dedication: not to earn favor…
POP: we call on your love
We praise you, God of steadfast faithfulness, and we open our souls before you now and for all our lives. Help us to put our fullest trust in you and acclaim you as our help and strength. We pray today for those whose lives are wracked by … [Continue reading] about POP: we call on your love
confession: bread alone
We proclaim you the source of every blessing, O God. We say that your breath is life and your word is nourishment. And yet so often we try to live by bread alone, while our Bibles gather dust on a shelf. Forgive us when we confine your voice to pages … [Continue reading] about confession: bread alone
great prayer: song and dance
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. It is truly right and our greatest joy to give you thanks and … [Continue reading] about great prayer: song and dance
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