Call to Confession:
Leader: Liturgist: As we gather before the One who promises mercy, let us confess our sins before God and one another as together we pray
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: The Lord is slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. Therefore, I declare to you in the name of Jesus Christ you are forgiven!
Congregation: In the name of Jesus Christ you are forgiven.
All: Glory to God. Amen