CALL TO WORSHIP
Relax. You have heard the invitation of the Christ to come to this quiet place for rest and renewal.

PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Divine Shepherd, you seek to gather your scattered flock and bring them back to the way of righteousness. We are sorry for whatever we have done or failed to do that has estranged others from you rather than entreating them to come back to your fold. Forgive our own wandering and ungodly actions through Jesus Christ, who laid down his life as our Good Shepherd. Amen.

DECLARATION OF GOD'S FORGIVENESS
Hear the Good News! Christ proclaims peace to you who were far off and now are made near by the blood of his cross. Friends, believe the Good News! In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.

EXHORTATION
Share the concern of Christ for his flock, that none may be wi…