Call to Worship
Pastor: God gives us faith that we may be justified through his Son.
People: That means forgiveness of sin is possible through Christ Jesus, our Lord.
Pastor: Amen! And not only are we forgiven, but we are also at peace with God, restored in our fellowship with him.
People: Praise God for our reconciliation that transforms even our troubles into reasons to rejoice!

Collect
Loving God, our heavenly Father, who has gi…