CALL TO WORSHIP

The God of all shepherds has called us here. We come today, celebrating God’s love for us.

The Good Shepherd has given his life for us.We come today, thanking Jesus for his witness and his teaching. The Shepherding Spirit moves through us, bringing us new hope.We come today ready to celebrate and to praise God.

Come, walk with the Lord this day. Seek places of peace and rest from the stresses of our lives. The Shepherd will lead you to places where your soul may be restored.

We come, sometimes fearful of the hostilities of the world. In the midst of all the turmoil, The Shepherd will provide for your needs abundantly. Surely these wonders will heal and restore our spirits. AMEN.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

All: Holy God, you have called us to follow in the way of your risen Son, and to care for those who are our companions, not only with words of comfort, but with acts of love. Seeking to be true friends of all, we offer our prayers on behalf of the church and the world.

Guide us in the path of discipleship, so that, as you have blessed us, we may be a blessing for others, bringing the promise of the kingdom nearby our words and deeds. And following your Son, who taught us…

LORD’S PRAYER