Spirit, you show your power and mercy. You cast out evil, tear down walls of division, comfort and challenge your people, and show signs of your kingdom coming into the world. Grant that we may lift up the discouraged, strengthen the doubting, and join with all who seek to thank you for your goodness. Glory be to you, O God, who, with the Holy Spirit and the Holy Son, together is worshipped and praised; One God forever. Amen.
CALL TO WORSHIP
When forces in the world threaten us,
when our bodies and spirits turn against us,
there is One who seeks us,
One who heals us,
One whose love washes over us
and sets us free for joy.
This One is the Lord.
We come to worship God together.
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Holy One, God Most High, grant us faith to confess our sins and seek your mercy. There are barren places in our lives where we wander far from you. We listen to voices who distract us from your call. We do not take your helping hand. Savior, forgive us, quench our thirst for you, and let your love well up in us unto eternal life. Speak tenderly to us of your presence, and deliver us from evil so we might serve you. We pray this by the power of the Holy Spirit, in the name of your Son, Jesus Christ. (Silent Confession)
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH – The Apostles’ Creed
OFFERING
God gives us more than enough for our journey of faith. Let us present our tithes and offerings so that others may know their blessings and give thanks to God. Let us pray…
Almighty God, through Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit, you bring hope to the despairing, healing to the sick, and release from bondage to all who are oppressed by sin and evil. We thank you for the new life you offer. Direct these gifts to fulfill your purpose as we work together to live into your kingdom’s promise. Amen.
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