Author: Robin.Kyd

Prayer of the Week 3 May 2020

Safe in your hand, O God,
is the flock you shepherd
through Jesus your Son.
Lead us always to living waters
where you promise respite and refreshment,
that we may be counted among those
who know and follow you.
we ask this through Jesus Christ, the resurrection and the life,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit
God for ever and ever.

Amen

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Call to Worship

Good morning, fellow pilgrims!

God is good!

All the time.

While two of the disciples were talking and discussing, Jesus himself came near and went with them, but their eyes were kept from recognising him. Lord, open our eyes, and travel with us, for you are risen indeed, hallelujah!

Alleluia! God is good.

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