CALL TO WORSHIP
(Responsively)Praise the name of the Eternal One,for God's name alone is exalted;Praise God you who are God's people,Young men and women alike,old and young together!

PRAYER OF CONFESSION
God of hope, you promise to make all things new, to make a new heaven and a new earth. You have been patient in your desire to restore your world to its original perfection. You have shown great forbearance to belligerent and stubborn humanity. Forgive our unwillingness to be changed, to be open to others, to open the doors of the church to those quite different from ourselves. We are sorry for the petty quarrels that spoil the resemblance the church should have to a warm and loving family. Continue your patience with us until we are mature in your love and peace, through Jesus Christ our…