The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. Good and gracious God, we thank you for your presence among us, that … [Continue reading] about Communion: Word made flesh
dedication: every good thing
We praise you, O Lord, and everything in us proclaims your holy name. You have forgiven our sin, healed our brokenness, and redeemed us from the power of death. You satisfy us with every good thing. We celebrate your goodness in the sacrament of this … [Continue reading] about dedication: every good thing
illumination: a feast
God of all wisdom and might, send your Spirit this day that we might hear your word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believe in you. May your scripture be a feast upon our lips and a gladsome song to be sung for all eternity. … [Continue reading] about illumination: a feast
Prayer for the New Year
This is a prayer modeled after the ancient New Year prayers or "first-footing" prayers of Scotland and northern England where villagers often went house to house wishing each other a good year. It is a reciprocal prayer where the worship leader … [Continue reading] about Prayer for the New Year
dedication: surpassing gift
Almighty God, we give thanks for the surpassing gift of your Beloved, the Christ. As we welcome him again into our lives, we commit ourselves to the work of his kingdom. Receive the gifts we offer as signs of our commitment to live according to … [Continue reading] about dedication: surpassing gift
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