THE COMMUNITY GATHERS TO CELEBRATE

Pastoral Invitation
In the name of the risen Christ, hello. Welcome to God's world, and everything in-between. For what purpose have you come today? (Thirty seconds of silence.) Invite people to respond. If no one responds, express for the people that they probably come for a variety of reasons, some positive, some not so positive, some healthy, some not so healthy. For whatever reason, we are here. We are here today to discover the meaning of true greatness. Welcome!

Hymn of Adoration
"Many and Great, O God, Are Thy Things"

Prayer of Adoration
Begin to focus on the Author of true greatness.

ACTS OF CONFESSION

Introduction to the Act of Confession
Linus speaks to Peppermint Patty. "A CAT? What in the world do you want a cat for?" P. P. says, "To put…