Liturgy Loving God, let there be: A way of walking that harms not the earth, A way of having that leaves plenty for others, A time for tears that dissolves grief, A time for kindness that heals many wounds, A path of peacemaking that settles strife, A path of justice-seeking that creates hope. Loving God, let there be: A season […]

Liturgy Every generation has found its home in you, God our provider, and we discover that every moment spent in your holy presence lasts beyond all imaginable time. You watch over us in the night, protecting and leading, encouraging us to trust and to take courage in following your Son’s teachings. Full of wisdom, Creator of grace, you humbled yourself […]

Liturgy The invitation is given to every person by Jesus Christ: “Come to me. Follow me. Be my disciples.” We come to this place, to this time, at the invitation of Jesus Christ. In the name of Jesus the Christ, we accept the invitation to discipleship. In the name of Jesus the Messiah, as his disciples, we worship and praise […]

Liturgy We give you thanks, our Father in heaven, and we praise you through our Lord Jesus Christ. You promised him as our Savior to a humanity gone astray. His truth is a light for those who seek, his power gives strength to the weak, his holiness brings forgiveness to sinners. For he is the Savior of the world whom […]

Liturgy The people walking in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine. For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and all authority will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. […]

Liturgy Holy One, be the light in our darkness today. As we light the candle of hope, we pray for those who feel hopeless . . . As we light the candle of peace, we pray for all victims of violence . . . As we light the candle of joy, we pray for those whose hearts are weighed down […]

Liturgy In his days justice and peace will flourish till the moon fails. In his days justice shall flourish, and the voice of those who are oppressed will be heard. The poor will receive enough on which to live, and the rich will share gladly the abundance they have received at the hand of God. O come, O come, Emmanuel. […]