We believe in God, the creator of all things, the giver of life and breath.
We believe in Jesus Christ, born Emmanuel, God with us, baptized and revealed the most beloved Son of God. He sought to heal humanity by taking our brokenness upon himself, suffering for us and ultimately dying for us.
God raised Jesus from the dead for our sake and for the sake of all the world.
We believe that he will come again.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, continually poured forth from the Creator
as refreshment for our souls.
The Spirit leads us into the new day, ever-birthing believers, and transforming the church, the body of Christ for the healing of the world.
This Spirit is our soul companion and counselor of truth reminding us of the gift of faith, the ever presence of God, and the promise of eternal life.
By faith in the promises we are reborn, refreshed and renewed.
Thanks be to God! Amen.
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Wondrous God, our most gracious creator and sovereign of the universe, we thank you for this day, this sanctuary, and this opportunity to attend to your word. With eager hearts and minds we anticipate moments of discovery when we will discern your will for us. Remind us when we awake each morning and when we drift off to sleep at night that you are ever at work prodding our spirits onward toward your kingdom come upon the earth. Fill us with your truth, and teach us how to be merciful to one another. In a world nourished on anxiety and resentment we seek only to be filled with reverence and forgiveness. We pray in the name of the Christ. Amen.
UNISON OFFERTORY PRAYER
Wondrous and Eternal God, pour out your blessing upon the gifts we bring. We offer them with full and grateful hearts, trusting that you will guide us in our use of them. Proclaiming our belief that all things are possible with you, we offer ourselves in service, seeking always, in the name of the Christ, to do your work and will. Amen.
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