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.”
He was baptized by John, and anointed the most beloved Son of God.
Jesus sought to heal humanity by taking our brokenness upon himself.
Suffering for us, he was crucified, died and was buried.
God raised him from the dead for our sake and for the sake of the whole world.
We believe he will come again, one day.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, who is poured out upon us, refreshing our lives.
We believe in the church, the Body of Christ in the world.
The Spirit leads us ever onward, into a new day, and always toward the kingdom of God.
This Spirit is our soul companion, and counselor of truth, speaking to us of the power of faith,
the ever presence of God and the promise of eternal life.
Thanks be to God! Amen.
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
O most loving and eternal God, we offer this prayer of thanks and praise, uniting our many voices as one, for we are one body in Christ, Jesus. Through the sanctuary window, we behold the glory of all your seasons. We are calmed by the sway of the palm trees, as the fluttering fronds wave their greeting to the snow covered mountains beyond. The air is crisp, the skies are clear and the sun is shining. We are blessed to be here. May our spirits be refreshed in worship, enlivened for ministry, and energized for mission. Let us be life-long learners, stepping out in faith like Jesus’ first followers. Help us discover all the ways we can invest the gifts you have given us in the work of the gospel. We ask as servants of your Christ, in whose name we pray. Amen.
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