Call To Worship
(Includes the lighting of the Advent Wreath)
Leader: Already, the year is behind us and we are counting the days until Christmas — the eldering for one set of reasons and the young for another. We’ve come here to enjoy the festivities of December and to tell again the stories that encourage us to be God-bearers in our world.
People: The scriptures say that God has made promises of safety and prosperity to people who are willing to be loyal bearers of goodness and grace, mercy and hospitality.
Leader: In every generation, leaders emerge who love the Holy One and promote righteousness and beauty.
People: When events of living seem overwhelming, we are glad for the reminder that God is near and will not desert us during political upheaval, natural disasters, and family disput…