We are gathered today on the occupied territory of the Sana and Tonkawa People who have stewarded this land for generations.
Living Room Worship
Welcome to worship. God welcomes you here, as does this community. In tonight’s worship, you will be invited to offer a song, poem, essay, reflection, photograph, story, or letter (no more than one minute) around the theme of “Free” Be brave! We are all enriched by your sharing.
GATHERING SONG
Prayer
Reforming God,
we give you thanks
for your forgiveness and your blessing.
We pray for ourselves and your church throughout the world.
Fill us with a spirit of openness to your Spirit,
to hear and receive your promises
and to keep our covenant with you.
Where we are corrupt, purify us.
Where we are in error, direct us.
Where we are in need, provide for us.
Where we are divided, reunite us.
And where we are close-minded,
reform us and make us new.
We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Reading John 8:31-36
Jesus said to the Jews who believed in him, “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teaching. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” They responded, “We are Abraham’s children; we’ve never been anyone’s slaves. How can you say that we will be set free?” Jesus answered, “I assure you that everyone who sins is a slave to sin. A slave isn’t a permanent member of the household, but a son is. Therefore, if the Son makes you free, you really will be free.
Time of Sharing
Tonight’s reading says if the Son makes you free you really will be free. How do you feel free? How are you free?
Song
Prayers
Communion
LORD’S PRAYER
Lord, remember us in your kingdom and teach us to pray.
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those
who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and forever.
Amen.
Announcements
Sending Song
Blessing
For all that God can do within us,
for all that God can do without us,
Thanks be to God!
For all in whom Christ lived before us,
for all in whom Christ lives beside us,
Thanks be to God!
For all the Spirit wants to bring us,
for where the Spirit wants to send us,
Thanks be to God!
The blessing of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit,
be with you and on your way together,
now and forever.
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