Risen Christ, fill us with your Spirit and speak peace to us through these words of scripture. As we hear you, let our love overflow with knowledge and insight, and teach us to live in you, to the glory and praise of God. Amen. Rev. … [Continue reading] about Illumination: teach us to live
Dedication—claiming resurrection
God of grace, you are the source of all we have gained, but your greatest gift is the new life we receive in Christ. We offer these gifts as signs of our commitment to claim Christ’s resurrection as your gift, for you have claimed us in his … [Continue reading] about Dedication—claiming resurrection
confession: after the parade
God of our salvation… we grasp our coveted, once-a-year, palm branches… we sing and shout, “Hosanna!”... we proclaim in those moments that we want you to save us... but we’re not always sure you understand what we mean. You have come to … [Continue reading] about confession: after the parade
Closing Liturgy for Evening Prayer
Based on Luke 2:29-32, The Benedictus Source of all rest and peace, dismiss now into my evening’s quiet, You have promised no less and so much more. We are witnesses to your salvation, Which You did for all people and continue … [Continue reading] about Closing Liturgy for Evening Prayer
POP: you are our light
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE (based on Psalm 27) O Lord, you are our light and our salvation; we are not afraid of anyone or anything. When terrible things happen, we put our trust in you, and we know you are always with us. Help us to see you at … [Continue reading] about POP: you are our light
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