04-29-24

ECCLESIOLOGICAL ETCHINGS
April 29, 2024
Prayer for the Day: Holy and Ever-present God, you have called forth this body, your church, and you have given us a task—a responsibility. We are not to judge; we are not called to layer on more guilt or grief; we definitely have not been called to suggest you love and are present to some more than others. Sometimes such things are done in your name, but you have called us to the simple task of embodying Christ Jesus, who came into the world and stood alongside humanity. It is our task to bring to life your mercy for those who feel as if they stand outside your forgiveness, to manifest your compassion for those who feel as if they have been tossed to the side, and to provide a glimpse of your unconditional and relentless love to those who have convinced themselves that who they are or what they have done has left them beyond the reach of your grace. We’ve heard your calling and now seek the strength and empowered purpose that come through the Spirit. Amen.