Call to Confession:
Liturgist: God upholds all who are falling and raises up those who are bowed down. Therefore let us confess our sin with every confidence we will be lifted up, as together we pray
Prayer of Confession:
Congregation: Jesus Christ, we confess to you and to each other that we are tired and weighed down by our sin and mistakes. We give this burden to you, mindful of the promise you make that you will forgive us and give us rest. Help us to be people of love, justice and mercy. We trust in you. Amen.
Assurance of Pardon:
Liturgist: Friends, hear the good news of our faith: God is gracious and merciful, showing compassion to all. 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.