Let the fire of your Spirit shed light on your word, O God. As we open these pages, may we find a breath of fresh air, a word for our hearts, a light for our path. Amen. Submitted by Rev. Teri Peterson, the Presbyterian Church of … [Continue reading] about illumination: a breath of fresh air
dedication: the Spirit’s vision
Spirit of life, you long for the world’s transformation. Your vision is grander than anything we can imagine, and so we thank you for the privilege of participating in your mission. May these gifts be a blessing that speaks the language of this … [Continue reading] about dedication: the Spirit’s vision
Pentecost Prayer: freed for
On this day of Pentecost, the church is born and re-born. The Holy Spirit is poured out and sends us out together, aflame with new life. God, we pray that your Spirit would set us free from the prisons of pettiness, jealousy, and … [Continue reading] about Pentecost Prayer: freed for
confession: we explain away
Call to Confession When we come together to confess our sin, we find that the closed room of our minds and the locked door of our spirits burst open, making room for the Spirit of God to run wild. When we think we can contain God, we deceive only … [Continue reading] about confession: we explain away
CTW: come together
We come together from many places— from north and south, from east and west, just as God calls. We come together in one place— piece by piece, becoming the Body of Christ. We come together in one place— not always understanding, not … [Continue reading] about CTW: come together
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