slow to anger and has not dealt with us according to our sins. Instead, God has chosen the sacrifice of God’s own son on our account. It is because Jesus Christ pays the last full measure. that our sins are forgiven. This gift of forgiveness makes us able,We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. foolish and flawed though we are, we too delight in your beloved Son. As in his name we gather in the house of many praises, may the heavens be opened for us, that we may catch a glimpse of that Light and Love. that transforms our common days. with a beauty not of our making. Through Christ Jesus our Lord. Ministry Matters™ is a community of resources for church leaders. Whether your church has ten pews or a thousand seats, a praise band or a pipe organ, one-room-Sunday …Call to Worship. (based on Psalm 96) We come in reverent awe before the Lord our God—. for great is the Lord! We come, to join with all creation. in singing new songs to the Lord our God. We come in worship and praise—. for the Lord God is worthy of our praise! We come, to share together.Megachurches and prosperity gospel tell parishioners if you pray for it, it will come. HowStuffWorks asks whether it's still religion or it's fraud. Advertisement Uniquely American...Benediction: Matthew 25: 14-30. Here’s a closing benediction based on Matthew 25: 14-30, the gospel reading for November 13, 2011 (Proper 28A, Ordinary 33A). It was written by Rev. Richard J. Fairchild and posted on his Kir-Shalom website.'Here I Am To Worship / The Call' from the Hillsong Worship album 'Hope' released in July 2003.-----Watch the latest from Hillsong Worship here: http...Prayer of Invocation: Matthew 20:1-16. Here’s a prayer of invocation based on Matthew 20:1-16, one of the suggested scripture readings for September 18, 2011 (Proper 20A). Call all the laborers, O God, Call your laborers who woke early, Call your laborers who came late, Call your laborers who feel wronged, Call your laborers who feel overlooked,Bring hope and sustenance. physical and spiritual food, to hungry bodies and souls. (silence) God of compassion. Hear our prayer. The LORD is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made. May the peace, love and compassion of the Lord.The author Frederick Buechner once defined ‘vocation’ as “the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.”. I think I’m living that definition. I’ve spent the last three decades studying, pastoring, teaching and writing about worship, looking for ways to strengthen and deepen our corporate conversations with God.Closing Prayer for Transfiguration. (inspired by the events in Matthew 17:1-8, Mark 9:2-8, Luke 9:28-36) God of truth, a blessing you promised. and a blessing you give. Through deserts and up mountains we follow Jesus. and there find you... and ourselves.The Muslim place of worship is called a mosque. Before entering a mosque, Muslims remove their shoes, leaving them outside the building. In addition, they wash their hands before e...Christian hymns and songs have been an integral part of worship for centuries. They carry deep theological meanings, inspire devotion, and provide a sense of unity within Christian...In today’s digital age, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives. From smartphones to tablets, we rely on these devices for various tasks and activities. One area ...A Prayer of Adoration and Confession. you are the beginning and the end of our search. you are the alpha and omega of all discovery. you are the voice and the silence of our exploration. you are the fullness and the emptiness of all yearning. nor tire of our repetitive to-ings and fro-ings.as we forgive those who trespass against us. We know the devil seeks to destroy our souls. and the world lures us to ruin by appealing to the desires of our flesh. Guard us from the poison of misbelief. and the trap of unrepented sin.Intergenerational Litanies: Epiphany 3 B. Here are two wonderful intergenerational litanies suitable for use on the third Sunday after Epiphany—one for the opening and one for the closing of worship. They were written by Carolyn Brown, based on the scripture readings for that Sunday.Prayers for Other People. The compassion of the Spirit of God within our hearts compels us to reach out in prayer to other people. Let us pray. From around the world we hear many children crying, O God; crying for food and drink and someone to enfold them in loving arms. foolish and flawed though we are, we too delight in your beloved Son. As in his name we gather in the house of many praises, may the heavens be opened for us, that we may catch a glimpse of that Light and Love. that transforms our common days. with a beauty not of our making. Through Christ Jesus our Lord.re:Worship Scripturally-based resources for worship planners and leaders. Call to Worship & Prayer Litany Here’s a beautiful call to worship and opening prayer. They were written by Cheryl Lawrie and posted on her [hold this space] blog. Call to Worship. There is a time for celebrating,Mar 5, 2022 ... Comments6 · Affection of Your Heart (live) | COR Worship Collective · Redeemer · Lauren Daigle - Oh Lord, You're Beautiful + I Exalt Thee -...re:Worship Scripturally-based resources for worship planners and leaders. Prayers of the People: Open Your Hand Here’s a prayer of intercession which draws on Psalm 1 4 5 and Matthew 1 4: 1 3-2 1 (the feeding of the 5000). Feel free to revise it to suit your context. Prayer of Intercession (based on Matthew 14:13-21 and Psalm 145:15-16) …A Prayer of Adoration and Confession. you are the beginning and the end of our search. you are the alpha and omega of all discovery. you are the voice and the silence of our exploration. you are the fullness and the emptiness of all yearning. nor tire of our repetitive to-ings and fro-ings.Holy One, We long to be faithful stewards of your abundant grace. To serve each other in love and humility. To serve your world with wisdom and energy. Forgive us when we stumble over pride, when our words and actions are not guided by love. Turn our hearts when we act in folly. Please note: If you use material from this blog, please be careful to credit the original author and source. They are clearly identified in each blog post. (There is no need to credit the re:Worship blog itself.) Submissions: I am so grateful to those of you who send me your own material to post!We all benefit from your creativity and generosity.The Muslim place of worship is called a mosque. Before entering a mosque, Muslims remove their shoes, leaving them outside the building. In addition, they wash their hands before e...Prayers of the People: August 28, 2011. Here is a possible prayer of intercession for August 28, 2011 (Proper 17A). I’ve based it on three of the suggested scripture passages for that day: Exodus 3:1-15, where Moses encounters God at the burning bush, and is sent by God to speak on Israel’s behalf before Pharaoh; Romans 12:9-21, …Jan 22, 2024 ... Revive 1-21-2024 // Night of Worship. 175 views · Streamed 1 day ago ...more. Church of the Lakes. 632. Subscribe.Re:Worship is a worship album by Re:Zound, a band that combines modern worship with a rock edge. The album features songs with biblical lyrics, but the …Emmaus Prayer. (inspired by Luke 24:13-35) Risen One, like those disciples on the road to Emmaus, we struggle to recognize you in the everyday journey of our lives. We seek your wisdom in the midst of the questions we have. about the circumstances we find ourselves in—."Like trying to get an octopus into a paper bag." ~ survey response The re:Worship survey on pandemic worship practices has been completed. Thanks to those of you who took time to answer questions and offer comments about how your congregation navigated worship during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jun 27, 2022 ... Representing The Mission Support Team of The Salvation Army, Revolution Worship exists to inspire, equip, resource and edify the Church.Bible Verses about Worship - Worship the LORD your God, and his blessing will be on your… God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth… LORD, you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your… Let everything that has breath praise the LORD. Praise the LORD… About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing …Prayer of Invocation: Matthew 20:1-16. Here’s a prayer of invocation based on Matthew 20:1-16, one of the suggested scripture readings for September 18, 2011 (Proper 20A). Call all the laborers, O God, Call your laborers who woke early, Call your laborers who came late, Call your laborers who feel wronged, Call your laborers who feel overlooked,Please note: If you use material from this blog, please be careful to credit the original author and source. They are clearly identified in each blog post. (There is no need to credit the re:Worship blog itself.) Submissions: I am so grateful to those of you who send me your own material to post!We all benefit from your creativity and generosity.Call to Worship. (based on Micah 6: 1-8) Children of God, It's time to take off your shoes, Step out of your comfort zone, and. Wade with trust into the stream of God's mercy. Stand still for a moment, barefoot, on holy ground. Let the healing waters wash your feet. Take a deep breath as Love soaks into your soul. When it comes to worship services, many churches are constantly looking for ways to engage their congregation and bring the message of God to life. One effective way to do this is ...Please note: If you use material from this blog, please be careful to credit the original author and source. They are clearly identified in each blog post. (There is no need to credit the re:Worship blog itself.) Submissions: I am so grateful to those of you who send me your own material to post!We all benefit from your creativity and generosity.Please note: If you use material from this blog, please be careful to credit the original author and source. They are clearly identified in each blog post. (There is no need to credit the re:Worship blog itself.) Submissions: I am so grateful to those of you who send me your own material to post!We all benefit from your creativity and generosity.Gracious and loving God, forgive our lack of trust in you; Have mercy on us and forgive us. Help us when we hesitate, and strengthen us when we are weak. Breathe your Spirit afresh into our hearts and minds—our lives—. so that we have the courage to follow Jesus wherever he takes us. Confession: Hearing God's Voice. Here’s a thoughtful prayer of confession inspired by 1 Samuel 3: 1-20 and John 1: 43-51, two of the suggested scripture readings for the second Sunday after Epiphany (January 15, 2012). It was written by Moira Laidlaw on her wonderful website, Liturgies Online.The author Frederick Buechner once defined ‘vocation’ as “the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.”. I think I’m living that definition. I’ve spent the last three decades studying, pastoring, teaching and writing about worship, looking for ways to strengthen and deepen our corporate conversations with God.Offering Prayer: Matthew 14:13-21. This offering prayer was inspired by Matthew 3 - 2, the account of how Jesus uses five small loaves and two fish to feed a vast crowd of hungry people. (inspired by Matthew 4 3 1) the gifts we bring are so small in comparison to the vast needs in our world—. nowhere near enough to save the thousands dying of ... Call to Worship Litany. The kingdom of God is here, and coming. but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches. The kingdom of God is here, and coming. Yeast that a woman took and mixed in with three measures of flour. until all was leavened.Pastoral Prayer. Holy God, we come before you in prayer, lifting to you the joys and concerns, the hopes and dreams of our lives. May we also be open to your voice in our lives. that we may see with new eyes, and hear with new ears, the direction you will have us to go. Bless, we pray, this gathering of your people. Call to Worship for Lent. Lent calls us to journey, this and every day, following Jesus wherever he leads us. Lent calls us to journey: to the place where God covenants with us, to receive the new names we are given. Lent calls us to worship together, to tell future generations the good news. Lent calls us to practice justice,We are spellbound by those dry bones, terrified of the stink of death, and often too dumbfounded to call forth life in your name. We pray for your chosen people, your Church . . . We pray for the courage not just to follow you to death, but to follow you to the New Creation. Silence. O God, who always listens to us, who breathes new life into us,For more worship resources for February 5, 2012 (the fifth Sunday after Epiphany), click on Epiphany 5B in the list of “Labels” at the lower right side of the page. For more calls to worship on this blog, click on Calls to worship in the list of “Labels” at the lower right, or see the Call to Worship Index at the upper right.re:Worship Scripturally-based resources for worship planners and leaders. Reformation Day Worship Index Here’s a list of worship resources on this blog suitable for use on Reformation Day (October 31).Note that 2017 marked the 500th anniversary of Martin Luther's posting of the 95 Theses on the door of the Wittenberg Cathedral. Calls to …re:Worship Scripturally-based resources for worship planners and leaders. A Lenten Creed Here is a thoughtful affirmation of faith for Lent from the people at Patmos Abbey—The Order of Saint Columba. Lenten Creed. We believe that our lives are held within the encircling love of God,Prayers of the People: Epiphany 3B. Our gracious, eternal God, we thank you that Jesus’ call to his disciples came in such an uneventful way. Contrary to the wisdom of the world he did not start with the privileged and the wealthy and the powerful. He did not begin with those who had little need and little desire for change.re:Worship Scripturally-based resources for worship planners and leaders. Prayer of Confession Here’s is a unison prayer of confession, written by Gill Le Fevre for use on the first Sunday of Lent, Year C (though it is broad enough to …Worship leaders – now you can sound like the album without having a single professional musician. Whether you’re an individual musician, or a worship leader equipping your …Jun 10, 2022 ... ... WorshipMusic #MusicRelease #NewAlbum Lyrics: VERSE 1 In this world we all have troubles Days of joy and days of pain When you're weary Don't ...May your blessing be upon all who worship with us, give us grace to live as faithful members of your family, that we may learn each day afresh to love and serve you. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. We pray for peace: Give peace to the world. Give peace to the victims of war, the refugees, the widowed and the orphans.Prayer of Invocation: Matthew 20:1-16. Here’s a prayer of invocation based on Matthew 20:1-16, one of the suggested scripture readings for September 18, 2011 (Proper 20A). Call all the laborers, O God, Call your laborers who woke early, Call your laborers who came late, Call your laborers who feel wronged, Call your laborers who feel overlooked,We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us.In recent years, there has been a growing trend in the real estate market – small churches for sale. These historic places of worship, once bustling with congregations and filled w...Offering Prayer: Matthew 14:13-21. This offering prayer was inspired by Matthew 3 - 2, the account of how Jesus uses five small loaves and two fish to feed a vast crowd of hungry people. (inspired by Matthew 4 3 1) the gifts we bring are so small in comparison to the vast needs in our world—. nowhere near enough to save the thousands dying of ...Call to Worship for Lent. Lent calls us to journey, this and every day, following Jesus wherever he leads us. Lent calls us to journey: to the place where God covenants with us, to receive the new names we are given. Lent calls us to worship together, to tell future generations the good news. Lent calls us to practice justice,👉Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel: https://Revere.lnk.to/subscribeYT 🎼 Learn To Play: https://www.weareworship.com/song-lists/revere-unscripted-live/ …If your worship services do not follow the weekly lectionary readings, you have a few different options. If you're working with a specific scripture text, you could try looking up that scripture passage on this Reverse Lectionary to find out when it when it appears in the Revised Common Lectionary…and then follow the suggestions above.Psalm 25:1-10 Opening prayer. Psalm 25:1-10 Approach, confession. Psalm 25:1-10 Intercession. Psalm 25:1-10 Lament, petition. Psalm 25:4-5 Intercession. Psalm 25:4-5 Petition. Psalm 27 petition, centering prayer. Psalm 27 thanksgiving, commitment. Psalm 27 Pastoral prayer. re:Worship Scripturally-based resources for worship planners and leaders. Blessing: Matthew 21: 23-32 Here is a commission and benediction based on Matthew 21: 23-32 (the parable of the two sons), one of the suggested lectionary texts for September 25, 2011 (Proper 21A, Ordinary 26A). Sending Out (based on Matthew 21: 23-32) We have heard …Advent Calls to Worship. Here are a series of calls to worship for the Advent season from Harry Disher in Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada. They were inspired by the lectionary texts for Advent C, but you may find them useful for Years A and B, too. The were posted on the United Church of Canada’s website. (See below for link.) A Call to Worship for Pentecost Sunday. The wind of God, the breath of Life. Our Advocate, our Counselor. Teacher of Wisdom, Reminder of Christ. Granter of forgiveness, giver of peace. Come, Holy Spirit. May we feel God breathing through our worship. May we receive the Holy Spirit in this place. Amen."Like trying to get an octopus into a paper bag." ~ survey response The re:Worship survey on pandemic worship practices has been completed. Thanks to those of you who took time to answer questions and offer comments about how your congregation navigated worship during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Feb 14, 2024 ... Back To Rightly Ordered Worship. No views · 6 hours ago ...more. Redeemer KC. 270. Subscribe. 0. Share. Save.Gracious and loving God, forgive our lack of trust in you; Have mercy on us and forgive us. Help us when we hesitate, and strengthen us when we are weak. Breathe your Spirit afresh into our hearts and minds—our lives—. so that we have the courage to follow Jesus wherever he takes us.In recent years, there has been a significant rise in the popularity of online Catholic worship, with live streaming services becoming increasingly common. One of the main reasons ..."Like trying to get an octopus into a paper bag." ~ survey response The re:Worship survey on pandemic worship practices has been completed. Thanks to those of you who took time to answer questions and offer comments about how your congregation navigated worship during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic.We gather together to worship, knowing that God is already here among us; knowing that there is nothing that separates us. from the presence of our Lord. Wherever we are, wherever we go, God is near. So let us enter into this service of worship. with confidence and hope, knowing that God is already with us, re:Worship offers prayers, litanies, benedictions and other resources for Christian worship based on scripture and liturgical seasons. Explore the blog for prayers for others, closing litany, opening prayer, litany of confession and assurance, and more. We come fearful of sharing, fearful of losing our tenuous grip on security, fearful of touching and knowing the pain of others. We come overwhelmed by the hunger, overwhelmed by the suffering of children near and far, overwhelmed by the endless tales of senseless violence, greed, and death. We come aching from the weight of the responsibility,Re:Worship is a worship album by Re:Zound, a band that combines modern worship with a rock edge. The album features songs with biblical lyrics, but the …as we forgive those who trespass against us. We know the devil seeks to destroy our souls. and the world lures us to ruin by appealing to the desires of our flesh. Guard us from the poison of misbelief. and the trap of unrepented sin.guiding, teaching and equipping you. until Jesus Christ returns. May your love and compassion continue to grow—. a love that is full of knowledge and wise insight, so that you will be able to recognize what really matters, and live a pure and blameless life. May you live a life centered in the Holy Spirit, a life that bears rich fruit –. Holy God, God of righteousness and justice, we pray for your mercy. The words of your prophet Isaiah strike like a double edged sword—a piercing light into our darkened lives. Our rebellion is exposed. Day after day, week after week, Sunday after Sunday, we claim to seek after God. Yet we continue to serve our own interests, and in so doing ...Lent Worship Resource Index. For worship resources for Ash Wednesday, see the Ash Wednesday Resource index. This list includes more generic resources for the Lent season, or resources that could be used on more than one Sunday in Lent. If you’re looking for worship resources related to the specific scripture passages for a particular Sunday ...Advent Prayer. (based on Luke 1: 26-38) Most High God, for you nothing is impossible. Through a poor young woman in a small town. you gave birth to your realm of endless glory. By your Holy Spirit, fill us with new life and hope. and overshadow us with your power and grace. so that we, like Mary, might be your servants,Please note: If you use material from this blog, please be careful to credit the original author and source. They are clearly identified in each blog post. (There is no need to credit the re:Worship blog itself.) Submissions: I am so grateful to those of you who send me your own material to post!We all benefit from your creativity and generosity.Re worship
re:Worship is a blog that offers prayers of intercession for various occasions and seasons, such as Advent, Lent, Christmas, Easter, and more. You can find prayers by title or topic, or by scripture reference, and search for prayers by keywords or labels. May your blessing be upon all who worship with us, give us grace to live as faithful members of your family, that we may learn each day afresh to love and serve you. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. We pray for peace: Give peace to the world. Give peace to the victims of war, the refugees, the widowed and the orphans. Genesis 28:10-19 Opening prayer. Genesis 32 Petition. Genesis 32:22-31 Prayer of Commitment. Genesis 37:1-28 Confession & Commitment. Genesis 37:1-28 Intercession. Genesis 45:1-15 Affirmation & Commitment. Genesis 45:1-15 Intercession. Genesis 45:1-15 Prayer for Famine Relief Workers. Genesis 45:1-15 Offering prayer. In the silent places of my soul I turn to God, for God alone is our rock and salvation. Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the good news of God, saying the time has come, the realm of God is at hand. The realm of God is not very far from any one of us, for in God we live and, move and have our being. Jesus said: repent and believe the good news. Benediction. (based on Romans 16: 25-27) All glory to God, who gives us the strength we need. to live lives consistent with the Good News of Jesus Christ—. Good News for all people, everywhere, so that the whole world might come to know and love our God.Worship involves being —both the being of the One worshiped and the being of the one who worships. Worship touches one’s inner moral and spiritual orientation and has to do with …Prayers Of Intercession. Loving God, We ask for the gift of your Holy Spirit. to help us pray as we ought. Holy Spirit: Help Us. We ask for the energy and vision of your Spirit. for those who are tiring in the battle against injustice and oppression: for those exhausted by the struggle with poverty and hunger. Holy Spirit: Help Us."Like trying to get an octopus into a paper bag." ~ survey response The re:Worship survey on pandemic worship practices has been completed. Thanks to those of you who took time to answer questions and offer comments about how your congregation navigated worship during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic.Opening Prayer. and teaching us your ways. to see your ways anew. for all to hear. — from the Worship Elements page of the Ministry Matters website. For more worship resources for January 29, 2012 (the fourth Sunday after Epiphany), click on Epiphany 4B in the list of “Labels” at the lower right side of the page.When we see nothing but hopelessness, you surprise us with the breath of your spirit. Call us out of our complacency and routines, set us free from our self-imposed bonds, and fill us with your spirit of life, compassion, and peace, In …Worship leaders – now you can sound like the album without having a single professional musician. Whether you’re an individual musician, or a worship leader equipping your …Opening Prayer: Psalm 96. Here’s a responsive prayer litany based on Psalm 96, one of the suggested scripture readings for October 16, 2011 (Proper 24A, Ordinary 29A) and posted on the Starters for Sunday website.believing that what we have is unworthy. We come fearful of sharing, fearful of losing our tenuous grip on security, fearful of touching and knowing the pain of others. We come overwhelmed by the hunger, overwhelmed by the suffering of children near and far, overwhelmed by the endless tales of senseless violence, greed, and death. The Christian place of worship for most of its denominations is the church. Different denominations of Christianity, such as the Roman Catholic Church and the Anglican Church, typi...Prayers of the People: Epiphany 3B. Our gracious, eternal God, we thank you that Jesus’ call to his disciples came in such an uneventful way. Contrary to the wisdom of the world he did not start with the privileged and the wealthy and the powerful. He did not begin with those who had little need and little desire for change.We ask it through Christ Jesus, your only begotten son, he who is our Lord and our Saviour, our brother and our friend. Amen. — based on materials by Peter K. Perry, and posted on Richard Fairchild’s Kir-shalom website. For more worship resources for January 29, 2012 (the fourth Sunday after Epiphany), click on Epiphany 4B in the list of ...Pray for revival! We need revival!There’s no doubt that revivals, or spiritual awakenings, are extremely important for Christians. They are ignited by God Hi...Call to Worship & Prayer: Lent 2 B. Here is a call to worship and opening prayer based on the scripture passages for the second Sunday of Lent, Year B (March 4, 2012). They were written by Thom Shuman, and posted on his excellent Lectionary Liturgies blog. Call to Worship. (based on Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16; Mark 8:31-38; Romans 4:13-25) Call to Worship for Lent: Sign of the Covenant. as the sign of a covenant of God's love for all the earth. we see the sign of God's grace for all creation. between God and all of God's people. for each to live in peace with God and neighbor. God promised to place a new covenant in our hearts. we see the sign of God's promise among us. GCSE; OCR; Practices in Christianity Worship – liturgical and informal. Christians engage in a variety of practices that help them to live according to their faith. These include private …We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us.What Churches Offer That ‘Nones’ Still Long For. This is the fifth and final newsletter in a series about Americans moving away from religion. Read part one, part two, part three and part four ...The author Frederick Buechner once defined ‘vocation’ as “the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.”. I think I’m living that definition. I’ve spent the last three decades studying, pastoring, teaching and writing about worship, looking for ways to strengthen and deepen our corporate conversations with God.Prayer: Rainbows and Promises. (inspired by Genesis 9:8-17) In the damp dark uncertainty, in the ominous threat of the storm, appears a gentle arc of colours. the rainbow that remembers the light. In the silent questions of doubt, in the disturbing vertigo of Your seeming absence. whispers a silent promise.Share your videos with friends, family, and the worlddriven by selfish motives. Holy God, Saviour and Friend, we thank you that long before we face up to ourselves. and frame our confessions, your mercy in Jesus is here waiting for us. We rest our mortal lives in your immortal Life, allowing your grace, mercy and peace. to cleanse, refresh and straighten us. Breathe into our humanity, loving God,Call to Worship. (inspired by John 13, 1 Corinthians 11, Exodus 12) A table is set before us. A feast is prepared for us. A meal of bread and wine, of meat and bitter herbs. The Lord calls us to this supper of remembrance. The Lord calls us to serve and to be served. As we break the bread and share the cup,Holy God, God of righteousness and justice, we pray for your mercy. The words of your prophet Isaiah strike like a double edged sword—a piercing light into our darkened lives. Our rebellion is exposed. Day after day, week after week, Sunday after Sunday, we claim to seek after God. Yet we continue to serve our own interests, and in so doing ...In recent years, there has been a significant rise in the popularity of online Catholic worship, with live streaming services becoming increasingly common. One of the main reasons ...The author Frederick Buechner once defined ‘vocation’ as “the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.”. I think I’m living that definition. I’ve spent the last three decades studying, pastoring, teaching and writing about worship, looking for ways to strengthen and deepen our corporate conversations with God.Pastoral Prayer for Epiphany. Lord of bright and abiding Light, you have shown us, in the person of Jesus your Son, a new way to live. You have poured your light into the world and have asked us to live in the light rather than run and hide in the darkness of doubt and despair. You promise to be our light all of our days and ask us to place our ...Feb 1, 2016 · re:Worship is a blog by Christine Longhurst that provides scripturally-based prayers and worship resources for worship planners and leaders. The blog aims to help them access some of the prayers and resources on the internet and to deepen their corporate conversations with God. In recent years, the world has witnessed a significant shift in the way people participate in religious services. With advancements in technology and the widespread availability of...Prayer of Intercession for Lent. and lifts up all who are bowed down. (Psalm 145:14) neglected, unwanted, alone. exploited, ill-treated, broken. he heard my cry for mercy. I will call on him as long as I live. (Psalm 116:1, 2) — written by John Birch, and posted on his Faith and Worship website.In recent years, there has been a growing trend in the real estate market – small churches for sale. These historic places of worship, once bustling with congregations and filled w...For New Testament-inspired prayers of confession/words of assurance, see Confession & Assurance Index: New Testament instead. Genesis 1. Genesis 1:31. Genesis 3:1-7 Assurance. Genesis 9:8-17 Confession & assurance. Genesis 9:8-17 Confession & assurance. Genesis 15:1-18 Confession & assurance. Find prayers inspired by texts from Luke and John's gospels for different occasions and purposes. The prayers are organized by themes such as opening prayer, invocation, …Easter Worship Resource Index. Below is a list of the worship resources on this blog suitable for use on Easter Sunday. Hymns and Songs. Another new hymn for Easter. Contemporary Song for Easter. Contemporary Songs for Easter. Easter Hymn. Hymn for Easter: What Wondrous Love. New Contemporary Song for Easter."Like trying to get an octopus into a paper bag." ~ survey response The re:Worship survey on pandemic worship practices has been completed. Thanks to those of you who took time to answer questions and offer comments about how your congregation navigated worship during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic.Please note: If you use material from this blog, please be careful to credit the original author and source. They are clearly identified in each blog post. (There is no need to credit the re:Worship blog itself.) Submissions: I am so grateful to those of you who send me your own material to post!We all benefit from your creativity and generosity.Re:Worship is a worship album by Re:Zound, a band that combines modern worship with a rock edge. The album features songs with biblical lyrics, but the …Share your videos with friends, family, and the worldfor Advent 2. Gracious God help us to meet you as you come to us. and to announce your coming in love to others. Take, O God, what we give and transform it, to your glory. Take, O God, what we do and transform it to your acting. Take, O God, what we say and transform it to your singing.Let your intimate love be known today by all who feel forgotten or lost, and all who are walking in the dark valley of despair. Loving God, bring wholeness to all. Let your fierce love this day redress the wrongs of all who suffer exploitation, injustice, abuse, neglect, violence or unwarranted imprisonment. Loving God, bring wholeness to all.Are you in the market for a unique property with a rich history? Look no further than foreclosed churches for sale. These majestic structures, once vibrant places of worship, are n...Prayer of Commitment: Matthew 22: 34-40. Let us pray that our love of God. may become real and tangible. in our love of our neighbor. (pause) God, you display your almighty power. in loving us without regret. In the human heart of Jesus your Son. you have shown us how far love can go."Like trying to get an octopus into a paper bag." ~ survey response The re:Worship survey on pandemic worship practices has been completed. Thanks to those of you who took time to answer questions and offer comments about how your congregation navigated worship during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Share your videos with friends, family, and the worldJun 18, 2021 ... 304K views · 2 years ago #MorningWorship #RevivalWorship #BeStill ...more. Revival Worship. 1.64K. Subscribe.Call to Worship & Prayer: Lent 2 B. Here is a call to worship and opening prayer based on the scripture passages for the second Sunday of Lent, Year B (March 4, 2012). They were written by Thom Shuman, and posted on his excellent Lectionary Liturgies blog. Call to Worship. (based on Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16; Mark 8:31-38; Romans 4:13-25) PANDEMIC WORSHIP SURVEY RESULTS. "Like trying to get an octopus into a paper bag." ~ survey response The re:Worship survey on pandemic worship practices has been completed. Thanks to those of you who took time to answer questions and offer comments about how your congregation navigated worship during the early months of the COVID …Benediction: Epiphany. Go in peace; love and care for one another in the name of Christ; and may the Spirit of God which filled John and Jesus, fill your hearts, souls and minds; may the power of God which upheld them, strengthen you for each day; and may the love of God which directed their every action. be your guiding light and your shining ...Lent Worship Resource Index. For worship resources for Ash Wednesday, see the Ash Wednesday Resource index. This list includes more generic resources for the Lent season, or resources that could be used on more than one Sunday in Lent. If you’re looking for worship resources related to the specific scripture passages for a particular Sunday ...Intergenerational Litanies: Epiphany 3 B. Here are two wonderful intergenerational litanies suitable for use on the third Sunday after Epiphany—one for the opening and one for the closing of worship. They were written by Carolyn Brown, based on the scripture readings for that Sunday.Call to Worship. (inspired by John 13, 1 Corinthians 11, Exodus 12) A table is set before us. A feast is prepared for us. A meal of bread and wine, of meat and bitter herbs. The Lord calls us to this supper of remembrance. The Lord calls us to serve and to be served. As we break the bread and share the cup,. Dosage of sermorelin