O Lord our Shepherd, maker of heaven and earth, we lift up our eyes to the hills, looking for your mercy and forgiveness. You watch over us night and day, and yet our feet go astray; we slip, stumble, and fall into sin. We confess that we do … [Continue reading] about Confession: looking for mercy
Confession: Vulnerable Love
Holy and Beloved God, you are the one worthy of praise, who fills our hearts with extraordinary joy, and who weeps with us when we lash out and hurt each other. In your infinite love, you care for us, and teach us to love each other as you do. … [Continue reading] about Confession: Vulnerable Love
Illumination: Word, Light, Way
Divine Word, speak your love into our hearts. Divine Light, shine your peace into our souls. Divine Way, lead our lives in your hope. Amen. Submitted by Rev. Lucus Levy Keppel, Trinity Presbyterian Church in Bixby, Okla. … [Continue reading] about Illumination: Word, Light, Way
CTW: Scent of Bread
The scent of the Bread of Heaven has called us together For when we pray, a window to heaven is opened Let the joy of the feast to come fill you in this place For whenever we gather at this table, we are filled to overflowing with God’s … [Continue reading] about CTW: Scent of Bread
Prayer for Illumination: Freshly Baked Bread
Holy Spirit, lift these words from the pages of scripture like the aroma of freshly baked bread. Help us to hunger for these words, to be fed by your grace, and to share what you offer with all of your children on this earth. Amen. Submitted by … [Continue reading] about Prayer for Illumination: Freshly Baked Bread
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