Call to Confession The one who knit us together in our mothers’ wombs searches us and knows our hearts. There is no hiding our sin from our Creator, but also no need to hide. For the Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and full of … [Continue reading] about Confession: excuses
Benediction: recognize Christ
We have heard and claimed God’s Good News in worship. Now we go into the world to serve, to forgive, to work for justice, and to give praise to God. As we go, may we be filled with the Holy Spirit, so we might recognize Jesus Christ in all … [Continue reading] about Benediction: recognize Christ
communion: loyalty
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. We give you thanks, O Lord, with all our heart; in the face of all … [Continue reading] about communion: loyalty
invitation: everyone who asks receives
Jesus promises that everyone who asks will receive. At this table, we receive the presence of Christ in the gift of bread and cup. Jesus promises that everyone who seeks will find. If you seek the presence of Christ, we pray that you will find him … [Continue reading] about invitation: everyone who asks receives
dedication: abundance
God of justice, we have received so much from you, and we gladly respond with the abundance of our giving. Receive what we offer as a sign of our commitment to do justice for all people, to seek after mercy in all things, and to walk humbly … [Continue reading] about dedication: abundance
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