The Easter Prayer from the UCC Book of Worship.And I’d like to use this space to share it with you, in hopes that you will make it your prayer as well.
God of ceaseless new beginnings, we rejoice that through your powerful love Jesus Christ has risen from the dead. In the resurrection you have shown that neither trouble nor persecution, hardship nor poverty, danger nor death can separate us from your love. Free us to trust in you that we may live in the confidence of your children.
In the resurrection you were victorious over sin, violence, and oppression. Free us to risk ourselves in the struggle for justice and peace that we may be your partners in restoring all creation to your will.
In the resurrection you have opened the gates of eternal life. Free us from the fear of death that we may serve you with courage.
In the resurrection you bring new possibilities out of hopeless situations. Free us from all despair that we may bring your hope to those who have lost heart.
Through the presence of Jesus Christ among us, draw us into a community of freedom, hope, and love. Work your new creation among us that we may serve you without fear. God Most Holy, God Most Loving, God Most Knowing we praise your name forever. Through Jesus our risen Christ and Savior. Amen.
Yours in the journey, Rev. Brian
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