John 6:1-21
“Crust and Crumbs”
Hymns:
#260 – “Alleluia! Sing to Jesus”
#772 – “Live into Hope”
CENTERING PRAYER
Triune God, shepherd of your people Israel, you provide for us far more than we expect or imagine possible. Calm our fears; speak peace to us; lead us beyond ourselves. Gather us with all the saints in the church to glorify you for your mighty deeds. We pray this in the strong name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
CALL TO WORSHIP
God created all things visible and invisible.
God provides bread for the stomach and food for the spirit.
God is able to accomplish abundantly more than we could ask or imagine.
Let us worship our giving and forgiving God together.
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
God of wonder, we confess our sins and pray for your help. Deliver us from the temptation to hide from you, to lie to you, or to excuse the harm we cause to others. Forgive us the curse we bring upon the earth. Restore your creation to full health and feed the multitudes from the abundance of your merciful power. Grow in us a deeper desire to love Christ with the fullness of your love. (Silent Confession)
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH – The Apostles’ Creed
OFFERING
God provides seed for the sower and bread for the hungry; the Lord provides enough for us to share. Let us give God thanks and praise as we present our tithes and offerings. Please pray with me.
O God, creator of rain, sun, and soil, we thank you for the abundance of the earth. We know there is more than enough for everyone. Help us to recognize our abundant blessings and share freely with those in need. Fill the world with the Spirit of Christ so food, medicine, and peace flow freely. Bless these offerings, we pray. Amen.
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