God of inspiration, break into the wilderness of our lives — the uncertainty, the confusion, and the distractions from your Word with a moment of clarity, grace and understanding that encourages us, and molds us through your Word and by your Spirit … [Continue reading] about Illumination: break into the wilderness
a prayer for the new year
Creator God, the year turns, and we find ourselves uncertain which way to look... Back, at the blessings you have bestowed upon us— friends and family, wonderful summer weather, beautiful music and theatre, times for fun and laughter, new … [Continue reading] about a prayer for the new year
Advent Candles: God-With-Us
Week 1 (Ezekiel 34) One: Immanuel, God-with-us One: Incarnate, taking-on-flesh All: Right here, right now. One: Light in the shadows, One: Flickering yet strong, All: Leading us in the way. One: We light a candle of hope, that we might … [Continue reading] about Advent Candles: God-With-Us
Advent Wreath Prayers (Any Year)
Week 1: Hope Candle Reader: The first candle on the Advent wreath reminds us to think of hope. We hope for many things. We hope to finish what we start. We hope that the sermon is short. We hope for long lives for people we love. We hope … [Continue reading] about Advent Wreath Prayers (Any Year)
Dedication: draw us into your kingdom
Faithful God, your promises are sure. Receive the gifts we present to you as signs of our hope. Draw us into your kingdom, which comes in Jesus Christ. Amen. Submitted by Rev. Nathan Williams, Covenant Presbyterian Church, West Des … [Continue reading] about Dedication: draw us into your kingdom
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