CENTERING PRAYER
Holy God, you alone are worthy of honor and praise. Open our eyes to see the world as you see it. Give us the wisdom to witness your presence in all people. Transform us in love, grow us in our faith, call us to love with a full heart and to share your promises with all people. Amen.
CALL TO WORSHIP
God calls us to service,
rather than honor.
God calls us to love the unknown,
rather than the familiar.
We come to this time of worship,
trusting in the grace of Jesus Christ,
who is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Merciful God, forgive us for we exalt ourselves and mock the humble. We choose to believe we are self-sufficient rather than trust in your strength. Open us to your Spirit, that we might serve all people without regard to the outcome, devoting ourselves to your honor alone. We continue to pray in Jesus’ name. (Silent Confession)
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH – The Apostles’ Creed
OFFERING
Invitation to the Offering
God gives us endless grace and sustains us in ways we cannot imagine. With a spirit of generosity, let us free offer ourselves and our gifts for the world.
Prayer after Offering
Let us pray...
God of grace, we give thanks for your faithfulness to us and your hope in us. We rejoice in the knowledge of your steadfast love. Please accept these offerings we return to you. Amen
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