Holy and Beloved God, you call us by name, declaring us precious, honored, and loved. Yet we confess that we often fail to see ourselves as you see us. We cling to the chaff in our lives—fear, selfishness, and pride—instead of releasing it to you. We … [Continue reading] about Confession and Pardon: Precious, Honored, and Loved
Dedication: Abundance Through Sacrifice
Holy God,you upend the wisdom of the worldby raising as your scepterthe cross of Jesus Christ.You offer abundance through sacrificeand call us to hold fast to your loveby giving ourselves to one another.Receive these gifts as signs of our … [Continue reading] about Dedication: Abundance Through Sacrifice
POP: Shelter from Harm
God Most High,in the shadow of Jesus’ crossyou have sheltered all creation from harm.You have entrusted us with the good news of salvation. We lift up to you all those in need,who suffer sickness or danger,who live in fear of violence or … [Continue reading] about POP: Shelter from Harm
Dedication: Full-hearted Devotion
Lord God, your truth endures from age to age,and you provide for your people’s needsfar beyond what we can imagine.Bless this offering we make in your nameas a portion of our full-hearted devotion.Send your Spirit upon those who will guide its usefor … [Continue reading] about Dedication: Full-hearted Devotion
Dedication: No Extra Credit
God, you do not demand sacrificeor give us extra credit for our offerings.We present these gifts as a grateful response to your graceand a commitment to livesthat reflect your forgiving and transforming love,in Jesus’ name. Amen. Submitted by … [Continue reading] about Dedication: No Extra Credit
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