NOTE: Page #s refer to the Book of Alternative Services
Welcome & Acknowledgment of Land
Opening Sentence: God has called us through the gospel, so that we may obtain the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. See 2 Thessalonians 2.14
Call to Worship:
The night has now passed and the day lies open before us.
Let us greet the beginning of a new day in Christ and acknowledge, with thanksgiving, the circle of life.
The Community Gathers p. 185
Glory to God p. 186
Kyrie Eleison p.186
The Collect of the Day
O God, at creation your Spirit hovered over the ancient deep in which all life was born. In the waters of baptism we are recreated as your children. Bless all oceans and waters; Let your Spirit come and renew the face of the earth. Save us from selfish use of what you have given so that men and women everywhere may give you thanks, through the Eternal Word spoken eternally by God, whose Spirit fills all things and makes us whole. Amen (Christ Church Cathedral, Indianapolis)
The Proclamation of the Word;
1st Lesson: 1 Timothy 3:14-16
PSALM 111:1-6 Refrain: Great are the works of the Lord
The Gospel: Luke 7:31-35
Homily: “Gratitude and Wonder”
Affirmation of Faith: The Nicene Creed p. 189
Prayers of the People p.190
Confession and Absolution p.191
The Peace (a nod or bow is permitted) p. 192
Offertory Prayer
God of reconciliation and forgiveness, the saving work of Christ has made our peace with you. May that work grow toward its perfection in all we offer you this day. We ask this in his name. Amen
The Celebration of the Eucharist
The Great Thanksgiving (Eucharistic Prayer 5, p. 204)
The Lord’s Prayer p. 211
The Breaking of the Bread (prayer # 2) p. 212
The Communion (all are welcome to receive communion) p. 213
Prayer after Communion
Ruler of the universe, all creation yearns for its fulfilment in your Son. May we who have shared in holy things grow into maturity in him. This we ask in the name of the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
The Blessing
The Dismissal p. 215
