CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Gracious and loving God, who makes all things new, like the kings who stood by the manger of the Christ child, we offer you thanks for all that he represents, all that he promises to be, and all that he will be for humanity. Like mother Mary, we shall treasure in our hearts all that we have seen and heard. As we venture into a new year it is true we cannot know what awaits us, but we are assured that your most Holy Spirit accompanies us all along the way. When we grow weary, lighten our burden and help us rest so that we can go on. When we grow impatient with the imbalances of societies and systems, strengthen our resolve to establish a balance. Teach us the benefits of traveling light on life’s journey, carrying only the essentials: faithful hearts, open minds and the message that the Christ has come to save us all. O Lord, may these be sufficient to our need. In the name of the Christ we pray. Amen.
OFFERTORY PRAYER
Wondrous God, we ask your blessing upon this offering. We give to support the ministries of this church. We believe in our mission to effect a transformation of the world and reaching into our pockets, purses, wallets and bank accounts is just one way we are investing in it. Take our monetary tithes and multiply them, O Lord. Take our hearts, our prayers and our presence as our spiritual tithes to make our efforts strong and enduring. In the name of the Christ we pray. Amen
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