Tuesday, April 14, 2015

April 19, 2015 WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH THE RISEN CHRIST--RECOGNIZE HIM!

AN EASTERTIDE AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
We trust and affirm that each of us is created in the image of God.
God’s Grace is immeasurable and God’s will for us is always Goodwill.
We believe that Jesus Christ lived to forgive, to heal the broken hearted and proclaim God’s love to the world.
We believe Jesus bore our shame carrying our sins to the cross where he surrendered his own spirit to God in order to set our spirits free.
God promised that Jesus would not be given up to death and true to that promise God raised him from the dead.
We trust in the counsel of The Holy Spirit who guides us in our efforts to live out the
commandment to love one another as Christ loved us.
We believe the Holy Spirit moves us ever onward toward perfection.
Thanks Be To God! Amen
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Wondrous and ever so gracious Lord, beloved Sovereign of the Universe, when we remember your marvelous deeds performed throughout history we are humbled by your attention to the tiniest detail. The shapes, forms, textures, and colors of your artistry inspire imitation. We are awed by your consideration of humankind and your persistent mercy. Help us be aware, and willing to acknowledge the gift of individuals who come into our lives. So many of those in our company are themselves the personification of the good news, ever hopeful, ever faithful and fully Spirited. We ask your blessing upon this body of Christ as we continue to discover all of the ways we can serve you in this time, in this community, this nation and this world. In the name of the Christ we pray. Amen.
UNISON OFFERTORY PRAYER
Gracious God, we ask your blessing upon the gifts we set before you today. Presenting these tithes and offerings is an act of worship as well as our best response to your incredible generosity. May those we minister to through these gifts come to recognize and embrace your empowering and gracious presence at work in the world. In the name of the Christ we pray. Amen.

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