Call to Confession:
Leader: The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. Therefore, let us confess our sin to God and one another:
Prayer of Confession:
People: Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart. We have failed to be an obedient church. We have not done your will, we have broken your law, we have rebelled against your love, we have not loved our neighbors, and we have not heard the cry of the needy. Forgive us, we pray. Free us for joyful obedience, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Assurance of Pardon:
Leader: Friends, you are loved beyond measure. There is nothing you can do to take away that love. When we confess our sin to God and one another, the mercy of the Lord restores us in this truth. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!
People to Leader: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!
All: Glory to God. Amen!