Calamity and God II Feb. 25th

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READING Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16

CALL TO WORSHIP

Pilgrims, we are invited to journey through this season of Lent towards the One who calls us each by a new name.

All: Disciples, we walk with Jesus wherever he leads us, pulling our fears, our doubts, our longings behind us.

Believers, we seek to trust the God who always surprises us, whose promises take on flesh and blood in the good news called Jesus.

All: Though people may turn their backs on us, you do not hide your face from us.

Though others may try to take away our hope, you assure us of that future waiting for us.

All: You speak your name, Inscrutable Creator, and it is enough.

READING Romans 4:13-25

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

When we try to dictate our fears to you, you invite us to follow you into self-denial and service.

All: As we struggle to shape our lifestyle to yours, you carry us with you wherever we go. You speak your good news, Teacher of open hearts, and it is enough.

Though we have done nothing to earn them, you pour out the gifts of grace and mercy upon us. When we stumble over our lack of trust, you set us back on our feet, to follow you into the kingdom.

All: You speak your peace, Breath of Holiness, and it is enough.

LORD’S PRAYER

READING Mark 8:31-38

REFLECTION: Calamity & God II

BENEDICTION

Like an eagle lifting up her weary children, God will carry you. Like a mother hen gathering her brood, Jesus Christ will shelter you. “Like the murmur of the dove's song,” the Holy Spirit will dwell with you. Amen.