With whom we are connected in the web of life. When we become concerned with our well-being onlyĪnd so fail to see the consequences of our choices upon the lives of others: Holy God, when we seek security only in military and economic forces Jesus challenges us to seek forgiveness for ourselves and to forgive those who have sinned against us. In the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. We pray in the name of Christ who lives and reigns with you Strengthen us for the challenges of justice, forgiveness and community building Ĭhallenge us when we veer off course, guide our feet as you lead us on the journey into abundant life for all. Your word tells us that we go on “not by might, nor by power, but by your Spirit.” We grieve the loss of life, the families that have been torn apart,Īnd the wars which continue to wreak havoc upon your global community. We know how the mere mention of that date affects us still. We remember how we felt as we witnessed those attacks. God of smoke by day and fire by night, we gather to worshipĮven as we continue to respond and recoverįrom the events of September 11, 2001, and its aftermath.
The path God leads us on may not (probably will not) be easy, but God remains with us on the journey.Ĭome if you are convinced in the strength of your convictions.Ĭome so that you might be strengthened and challenged.Ĭome if you are chased by the demands of others.Ĭome if you feel threatened by a loss of security.Ĭome if you need strength to forgive others. We need to know ourselves rooted in God so that we can be secure enough to be generous. The Romans passage admonishes us against narrow interpretation of what it is to follow Jesus, suggesting a wideness of toleration and radical openness. If you’ve been focusing on the semi-continuous reading of Genesis, the theme of forgiveness is there as Joseph reconciles with his brothers. In preparing this liturgy for the anniversary of 9-11, I was struck by the contrast between the destruction of Pharoah’s army, and subsequent celebration, so that the Israelites could escape oppression and Jesus’ demand that his followers learn the difficult discipline of forgiveness. September 11 Prayer and Candle Lighting Prayers Created for the 10th Anniversary Remembrance Sunday, September 11, 2011
Statement of Faith of the United Church of Christ – La Declaración de Fe de la Iglesia Unida de Cristo.The Council for Health and Human Services Ministries.
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