Generous God, one and only God of refreshing newness, we rejoice in the abundance of your provision. Our whole life is built upon the foundation that you have created for us.
We rejoice that you have made us for each other even as you have made us for yourself. We share faith, hope, and baptism in our one calling to be your people. We rejoice that in the mystery of our reconciled unity we find amazing richness, a life watered, blessed and brightened by your constant presence.
You have given us to each other for strength and encouragement. You have enriched us with so many gifts, that each of us is able to give and receive with gladness, so that together we grow more fully into your grace and love. You have multiplied the resources that we might amass for ourselves by enabling us to share all things in you.
God of all, you have chosen us as your own. You have intertwined our lives with yours. We have no meaning; we have no life apart from you. Thank you for the great family of mothers and fathers, brothers and sisters, daughters and sons you have given us in your great mercy.
May your glory be reflected upon the world through the faithful unity you enable among us. Amen.
This prayer was used in the same worship celebration and is based on the same texts as the prayer of confession posted earlier.
Thoughts, and prayers from Pastor David Antieau at St. Nicolai United Church of Christ
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