Throughout the Gospel of Luke, God is shown to be kind and loving, often beyond our expectations. Today we explore God’s kindness through Luke 15 and the Parable of the Prodigal Son.
Prelude – Jean Herrera Welcome – Adam Ericksen Lighting of the Peace Candle - Amber Kearney All: We pray for peace in our hearts, in our homes, in our communities, in our nations, and in our worlds. Scripture Readings – Luke 15 Call to Worship One: Please join us in the call to worship… One: Happy are those who experience the grace of God. All: Who find forgiveness from the Holy One. One: Happy are those who experience the steadfast love of God. All: Who find peace even in times of trial. One: Happy are those who share the grace, forgiveness, steadfast love, and peace of God with others. All: May we share those things with one another and the world. Amen. Children’s Moment Passing of the Peace Song: Amazing Grace Offering Prayers Sermon – Deconstructing Toxic Christianity with the Prodigal Son Benediction May God bless you and keep you. May God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you. May God look upon you with kindness and bring you peace. This day and forever more. Amen -Numbers 6:24-26