We believe in God who in the beginning poured out grace, mercy, and love on every living creature and still does so, today.
God’s good word is ever near us, on our lips and written upon our hearts.
We believe that Jesus is the Lord of our lives. Our confession of faith in him is our salvation.
We believe that Jesus’ death on the cross was not his end, rather it was our beginning.
God raised him from the dead, as promised, the Christ to reign in us.
In Christ, there is no distinction between native or alien, male or female.
We believe that the same Lord is Lord of all, generous and gracious to all.
All who call upon the name of the Lord shall be redeemed.
We believe the Holy Spirit is poured out upon us from birth to death, and is eager to guide us through life’s maze of decisions and choices.
We believe in the Church; Christ’s body in the world.
For it is certain, that faith comes from what is heard about the Christ.
As disciples of Jesus, we are called to be and proclaim the good news.
As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news.”
Amen!
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
O most loving God, Creator of life and keeper of promises, we lift our voices in praise and thanksgiving for your abundant blessings. Thank you for the righteous faithful who have touched our lives sharing their spiritual gifts and time. We have been blessed to know them, to love them, and be loved by them. They were part of this body, an extended family of devoted disciples seeking to follow the way of Jesus. Though they are now absent from the body, present with you, their memorable faithfulness lingers, ever a part of who we are. We are grateful they chose to spend their days among us. May we do justice to their memory, in the name of the Christ we pray. Amen.
INVITATION TO THE OFFERING
Today we remember loved ones who have finished this earthly race and crossed the finish line, at last to be received into God’s waiting embrace. Let us remember, too, those saints whose faith in God shown like beacon of light, serving as an invitation for each of us to let that same light shine within us. Let us give thanks for their example. As you place your gifts in the offering plate this morning, speak the name of your faith-mentor, that special saint whose, light, love, and guidance brought you into the embrace of Christ and his church.
UNISON OFFERTORY PRAYER
Wondrous and Eternal God, bless these tithes and offerings. We offer them with grateful hearts, trusting that you will guide us to use them wisely, for the edification of Christ’s church and the good of humanity. Jesus taught us that all things are possible with you. May all our work and all our efforts serve your will. In the name of the Christ we pray. Amen.
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