Call to Worship
Let us exult in the hope of the divine splendor and even in our present suffering, knowing that endurance gives proof that we have stood the test and our hope will not be mocked.

Prayer of Confession
God of wisdom, we have difficulty accepting ourselves as we are. We sometimes act as if we know as much as you do. At other times we put ourselves down as knowing nothing. You have given us a responsible place in the order of your creation and we sometimes abdicate that responsibility for the ecology. You have given us places of responsibility in the church, and we too often push it off on others. Forgive our irresponsibility and false pride and help us find ourselves in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Declaration of God's Forgiveness
Hear the Good News! We have been justified t…