CENTERING PRAYER
Gracious God, you come among your people as One who fashioned all things, who, face-to-face, revealed your knowledge of our lives, and whose presence brings assurance and hope. Pour out upon us the Spirit of your love so that in hearing and seeing the gifts of this life, we may know the way to live in thanksgiving; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
CALL TO WORSHIP
God declares: “I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh.
Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy.
The young shall see visions. The elders shall dream dreams.
Both men and women shall prophesy.
And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.
We come to worship our God together.
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Holy and Merciful God, we do not know how to pray as we ought, and we know too well our constant failures to do as you command and hold fast to your word. Forgive us for the divisions we nurture, guide us to your way, keep us in your care, and lead us into faith. We trust your word that the Spirit of Truth will show us all things and grant us courage and peace. We continue to pray in Jesus’ name. (Silent Confession)
OFFERING
Invitation to the Offering
The Creator sent the Holy Spirit to increase our compassion and to make us glad. Let us spread this good news by caring for those in need and binding up that which is broken. May our giving and forgiving God grant us all the Spirit of generosity as we share our tithes, offerings, and gifts.
Prayer after Offering
Let us pray… God of mercy, we give you thanks for all your bounty creates. The gifts we bring today acknowledge our debt to you and our intent to relieve others of their burdens. Bless what we offer and bless those who will be shown deeds of power though them; in Jesus’ name. Amen.
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