Opening Prayer
God of mercy and truth, through the waters of our baptism you have made us your own. From the wandering wilderness of our existence, you lead us to the river’s shore, part the waters,
and bring us to where we can abide with you in peace. Stir our spirits in this time of worship. We pray that our lives and the work of our hands may please you and accomplish your will for creation.
Amen.
Prayer of Commitment
As we worship, we come hoping to hear a word of reassurance that you are guiding our steps. We come, asking for your help, and praying to know your hope.
Lord, at times you call us to step ahead of others, like those priests stepping into the River Jordan. You ask us to pave a way with our own footsteps, to move with you, in your way, in your time.
Help us to know that you tread the path with us, and though we may be fearful
and our steps may be reluctant and faltering, it is enough that we take one step at a time.
So Lord we commit this week to you,
and the places we will go, trusting that you go beside us each day, wherever we may find ourselves. In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
