Call to Worship
Call to Worship
God you know our questions before we even ask them, we are struggling this year, can these bones live, only you know
And you reassure us, saying that you will send us the Word we need
Give us the word of Hope, we need
Come let us gather around the Word of the Lord
Confession: God, we confess that we do not know if these bones can live. Sometimes, we cannot even ask the questions about resurrection. We are too busy struggling along. We confess that we are weary to bone. Weary of the evils of the weary, weary of injustice, weary of illness, weary of sorry. We confess that we forget to ask for hope. Forgive us, and teach us to see and know that you are already at work in the world. Amen.
Assurance of Pardon: Jesus Christ is the Hope of the World, assuring us of the truth that we can tell one another: In Jesus Christ we are forgiven
Prayer of the Day/Dedication: God, the struggle is real, because you are already here, making things happen. Remind us of your presence, from our first breath. Inspire us with your Holy Spirit, and encourage us as we need it we pray. Amen.
Hymns: See Advent Candle Suggestions
Children: Read Emily Dickon’s Hope is a many feathered Thing Poem. Discuss what kids Hope for.
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