Call to Worship
Love the Lord, who has heard us and listens to our prayers. God has given us a hearing whenever we have cried out to heaven.

Prayer of Confession
Living and loving God, we worship you more readily in the presence of your friends, than in the company of your detractors. We don't find much blessedness in being persecuted and avoid confessing our faith rather than expose ourselves to ridicule or suffering. We do not have the courage of our convictions and play safe much of the time. Forgive our failure to live our supposed faith and to act on our declared sympathies through your long-suffering Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Declaration of God's Forgiveness
Hear the Good News! Gracious is the Lord and righteous; our God is full of compassion. When we are brought low, God saves us. …