Love

                                                                               

AND LIGHTING THE ADVENT WREATH                                                     

Reader 1    Last Sunday we lit the candle of Hope, remembering the hope which comes in Christ, the candle of Peace, remembering God’s dream of a peaceful world, and the candle of Joy, remembering the Spirit within us who brings joy.).  Today we light the fourth candle of Advent, the candle of Love.

Reader 2    Scripture tells us “There is no fear in love, for perfect love casts out fear.”  God created    this world in love and this world will end in the love of God.  God’s love pervades all aspects of this life.  From birth to death, pain to delight, strangers to lovers, God’s love is there.  We light this candle remembering that God is Love.  Let us pray.

All             Merciful God, we give thanks that you send messengers to call us to greater faith. Lead us to lives of prayer and acts of holy compassion.  Teach us your ways of love and grace that we might touch others in your holy name.  Amen